Associate Director, Civil Space - ISS (Onsite)

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Date Posted: 2026-08-25 Country: United States of America Location: US-CT-WINDSOR LOCKS-B1 ~ 1 Hamilton Rd ~ BLDG 1 Position Role Type: Onsite U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access certain necessary systems. Security Clearance Type: None/Not Required Security Clearance Status: Not Required At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world. Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense. The Associate Director, Civil Space – ISS will lead a team of Value Stream Managers to support program execution, pursuit, and order capture across a cross-functional team responsible for the design, development, integration, testing, and support of the ISS Civil Space portfolio. This position emphasizes meeting program commitments, leading program recovery efforts, assisting in the development of a business plan for strategic growth in the space segment, and achieving results aligned with contract requirements as well as all internal and external deliverables. The role also provides the opportunity to foster and maintain positive relationships with NASA and other external customers. • This is a fully onsite role in Windsor Locks, CT. • This role is eligible for relocation. • Position will require approximately 25% travel. What You Will Do • Lead and manage a team of Program Managers and programs through their life cycle, creating cross-business product synergies to support business objectives. • Assist and support the General Manager in providing day-to-day business oversight to deliver on business commitments. • Develop a pipeline of talent in Program Management. • Execute strategic focus to meet delivery commitments, exceed customer satisfaction, and achieve growth plans. • Lead bidding efforts and responses to winning proposals. • Execute and oversee program responsibilities, including cost, schedule, risk management, product support, manufacturing, and quality for all assigned programs. • Identify and address program challenges, developing solutions such as resource allocation or changes to contractual specifications. • Ensure customer commitments are met or exceeded, maintaining a high level of customer satisfaction. • Consolidate and present progress reports at customer, program, or product reviews. • Manage supplier relationships in coordination with Subcontracts Management. • Establish cost-focused performance targets and work with teams to achieve these goals. • Manage significant risks with financial, schedule, and strategic implications for the enterprise. • Influence and negotiate elements with customers to achieve enterprise commitments while improving customer satisfaction. • Establish high-level OEM/customer relationships to foster long-term collaboration. • Communicate a vision to Integrated Project Teams (IPTs) and internal/external stakeholders, connecting how the vision aligns with the Space market. • Plan, direct, and monitor collateral budgets, while leading key strategic value streams with long-term revenue potential and an impact lasting 5-10 years. Leadership Responsibilities • Communicate effectively with executives through clear, concise presentations. • Influence cross‑functional teams and drive outcomes without direct authority. • Establish accountability and create urgency across IPTs. • Lead teams successfully through ambiguity and high‑pressure situations. • Make sound decisions and prioritize actions to meet program objectives. • Coach, mentor, and develop team members and future leaders. Program Execution Responsibilities • Manage Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) and oversee risk, opportunity, and configuration management. • Lead supply chain recovery efforts and ensure production readiness. • Prepare for and execute customer reviews, including PMRs, TIMs, and M2Ms. • Identify critical path drivers and develop realistic, executable recovery plans. • Maintain strong operational discipline and execution rigor across all program activities. Customer and Business Responsibilities • Engage directly with executive‑level customers and suppliers. • Build and maintain trusted relationships with internal and external stakeholders. • Interpret and align work with strategic business objectives and customer priorities. • Balance customer commitments, financial performance targets, and workforce needs. Qualifications You Must Have • Typically requires a University Degree (preferably in Engineering, Business, Program Management, Operations, or related field) or equivalent experience and minimum 12 years prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 10 years experience. • 5+ years of progressive experience in program management, operations, engineering, or aerospace/defense programs. • Experience leading complex cross-functional teams in a matrix organization. • Proven experience managing cost, schedule, technical execution, and customer commitments. • Experience leading recovery plans, critical-path execution, and risk mitigation efforts. • Financial and contract management experience (FFP, CPFF, etc.) Qualifications We Prefer • Experience with government contracts and customers such as NASA, Boeing, Lockheed Martin, or DoD customers preferred. Role Type *Please ensure the role type defined below is appro