Associate Director, Compact Terminal Program Manager (Onsite)

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Date Posted: 2026-08-28 Country: United States of America Location: US-MA-MARLBOROUGH-MA1 ~ 1001 Boston Post Rd ~ BLDG 1 Position Role Type: Onsite U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date.​ U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance​ Security Clearance Type: DoD Clearance: Top Secret Security Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required on day 1 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. At Collins Aerospace, by combining our vast resources and investments, we are able to dedicate ourselves to solving mission-level vs. product-level customer challenges – together we can anticipate more, move faster and make a bigger impact on the big picture. This role is onsite. Preferred location is Marlborough MA however Largo FL may be an alternative location for eligible candidates (requiring travel to Marlborough MA 2-3 weeks/month). Approximately 30% domestic travel required. What You Will Do • The Airborne & Sustainment portfolio in the Strategic Communications business area has an immediate need for a highly-experienced Program Manager to lead a high complexity program effort that encompasses both development and production activities simultaneously. • Lead all phases of a high‑complexity program, integrating simultaneous development, qualification, production, and engineering change efforts. • Ensure full execution of cost, schedule, technical performance, and contractual commitments using program leadership best practices. • Establish, monitor, and drive adherence to program schedules, budgets, milestones, critical paths, and key performance metrics. • Apply Earned Value Management to assess program health, develop EACs, and recommend corrective actions. • Direct cross‑functional Integrated Program Teams (contracts, finance, supply chain, operations, quality, engineering) to achieve flawless execution. • Serve as the primary customer interface, maintaining strong relationships and a collaborative “One Team” culture. • Lead and deliver Annual Operating Plans, long‑term financial outlooks, PMRs, and business forecasting reviews. • Manage communication and coordination across multiple internal and geographically dispersed stakeholders. • Guide and support engineering change proposals (ECPs), new business capture, and proposal activities. • Lead proposal and baseline efforts for new product development as required. Qualifications You Must Have • Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 12 years of prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 10 years of experience • Program or project management experience in government, defense, aerospace or related industry • 5+ years of experience in Program Management OR Related Project Management experience to include leading teams managing cost, schedule and technical performance • 10+ years of experience in leading organizations closely aligned with a program management office (Supply Chain, Engineering, Operations) • Experience leading engineering development programs with both hardware and software • Self-directed leader capable of executing Change Management and handling ambiguity • Engineering and manufacturing development (EMD) phase experience with DoD programs • Customer-facing program leadership experience, with excellent oral, written, and presentation skills • Ability to travel for customers, company, and program-related activities (up to 10%) • Active and transferable U.S. government issued Top Secret security clearance is required prior to start date • U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S citizens are eligible for security clearance • Demonstrated experience in Earned Value Management • Strong communication skills and experience presenting to customers • Strong working knowledge of and demonstrated experience with business and project management tools and processes such as EVMS, IMS/IMP, Risk Management, Financial Forecasting, EAC Qualifications We Prefer • Specific experience with RF products or custom electronics • Proven experience leading all phases of programs, ensuring adherence to program plans, schedules, and budgets • Specific Experience with Nuclear Command & Control (NC3) programs and/or other Strategic initiatives • Capture phase experience with DoD programs What We Offer​ • Medical, dental, and vision insurance ​ • Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees ​ • Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option ​ • Tuition reimbursement program ​ • Student Loan Repayment Program ​ • Life insurance and disability coverage ​ • Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection ​ • Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits ​ • Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning ​ • Adoption Assistance ​ • Autism Benefit ​ • Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions ​ • Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program ​ • Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visit