Senior Program Manager – Cyber - Connected Battlespace Emerging Capabilities (CBEC) (Onsite)

Company: RTX
Location: Cedar Rapids
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

Date Posted: 2026-03-11 Country: United States of America Location: US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-166 ~ 855 35Th St NE ~ BLDG 166 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: Top Secret - Current Security Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required on day 1 Collins Aerospace, an RTX company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio, and expertise to solve customers’ toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market. The Emerging Capabilities portfolio in the Front End of the Business/Connected Battlespace Emerging Capabilities (FEOTB/CBEC) business has an immediate need for a Program Manager (PM) in our growing Integrated Sensing & Cyber (IS&C) portfolio. This Program Manager will lead and have profit and loss responsibility for Research & Development programs in the IS&C portfolio, both internally and externally funded. The PM will also lead and organize pursuit and proposal efforts to capture new programs within the Department of Defense and other Agencies. The PM will interface with a cross functional team of other PMs, business development, strategy, and engineering, manufacturing and operations personnel to develop transition plans for new technologies and capabilities to business units across Collins Aerospace. This role will fuel future business growth and solve the most challenging and emerging customer mission problems. This position is located in Cedar Rapids, IA. What You Will Do Lead and manage multiple external program efforts & internally funded technology efforts simultaneously Lead cross functional teams across local and remote locations and time zones Lead and be accountable for Pursuit, Order, Capture activities as part of growing the business, leveraging business development and engineering partners Interface with one or more DOD S&T customers (e.g., DARPA, AFRL, NRL, NSA, Prime Contractors, etc.) during program execution Responsible for meeting contractual commitments including financial, technical, and schedule performance of assigned programs Perform regular program EACs and PMRs Possess current U.S. Top Secret Clearance Required. (Requires US Citizenship) Travel up to 25% of the time Qualifications You Must Have Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 10 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 7 years of experience 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 a security clearance Experience with EVMS program management and R&O management Qualifications We Prefer Possess or have the ability to possess a clearance up to the TS/SCI level Experience with products and systems in the following areas: Cyber, communications, datalinks, AI/ML, Autonomy Have demonstrated ability to recognize, pursue, and capture discretionary offset opportunities (i.e. customer funded R&D) that directly supports business strategies via direct government support or through other contractors Experience with leveraging efforts and technologies from other Collins Aerospace organizations or RTX organizations (e.g., BBN, RTRC, Raytheon AT) PMP certified, or demonstrated project and/or program management experience 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 visits ? Bright Horizons, child and elder care services ? Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program ? And more! Learn More & Apply Now! ? Do you want to be a part of something bigger? A team whose impact stretches across the world, and even beyond? At Collins Aerospace, our Mission Systems team helps civilian, military and government customers complete their most complex missions — whatever and wherever they may be. Our customers depend on us for intelligent and secure communications, missionized systems for specialized aircraft and spacecraft and collaborative space solutions. By joining our team, you’ll have your own critical part to play in ensuring our customer succeeds today while anticipating their needs for tomorrow. Are you up for the challenge? Join our mission today. ? *Please ensure the role type (defined below) is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role. ? Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products. ? At Collins, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibility. And the bonds we form – with our customers and with each other propel us all higher, again and again. ? ? Apply now and be part of the team that’s redefining aerospace, every day. As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote. The salary range for this role is 132,400 USD - 251,600 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills. Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance. This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply. RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window. RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act. Privacy Policy and Terms: Click on this link to read the Policy and Terms

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