Manager, Ground Station Production, Implementation (Onsite)

Date Posted:

2025-08-19

Country:

United States of America

Location:

HMD31: Annapolis, MD 2551 Riva Road , Annapolis, MD, 21401-7435 USA

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 information under this program/contract.

Security Clearance:

None/Not Required

Collins Aerospace’s Connected Aviation (CA) business is looking for a dynamic leader to drive our Americas Ground Station Production & Implementation team. This is more than just a leadership role — it’s your opportunity to inspire a high-performing team, shape the future of connected aviation, and directly impact the success of our business. If you bring passion, vision, and a commitment to excellence, you’ll find yourself part of a close-knit group that takes our mission personally — and celebrates the wins together.

You will provide leadership and guidance to a skilled group of team members responsible for the production and implementation of remote VHF ground stations. You will also coordinate with supporting groups and business leaders to ensure the ARINC ACARS network remains operational.  

If you are passionate about people development and execution excellence, this is the role for you!

 What You Will Do  

• Provide leadership and professional development to your team  
• Accountability for estimating and executing the following implementation projects: 
  • Ground Station Expansions 
  • Ground Station Alternate Frequency  
  • Ground Station Modernizations 
  • Ground Station Relocations 
  • Ground Station Performance Investigations 

• Support team members by developing resolution strategies for complex projects 
• Production Facility Supervisory Responsibility: investigate issues with builds & shipments, provide direction on builds 
• Oversee the financial aspects of projects, ensuring they are completed on time and within budget.  Responsibilities include creating budgets, monitoring expenses, analyzing financial data, and preparing reports for stakeholders.
• Liaison with business stakeholders to ensure expectations are met 
• Assist in the annual 5 year Long Rang Plan (LRP) specific to VHF ground stations – helping to identify areas of coverage expansion and key technology refreshes needed for the long-term success of VHF preparation and management of project reports  
• Facilitate cross-functional collaboration throughout the business 
• Drive the creation of standard processes and contribute to continued improvement of procedures  
• Drive the creation of training and knowledge management documentation  
• Management of program priorities, schedules, and deliverables 

 Qualifications You Must Have  

• Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience or in absence of a degree, 12 years of relevant experience 
• Highly motivated self-starter with proven ability to work both as an individual and as a member of a high-performance team 
• Experience in data link communications   
• Prior experience in aviation systems   

Qualifications We Prefer  

• PMP certification
• Prior leadership experience 
• Proven experience in process improvement
• Well-developed interpersonal skills and able to influence stakeholders at an operational level 
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and the desire to provide outstanding support to internal and external customers. 

What We Offer

 Some of our competitive benefits package includes:  

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance 

•  Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees 

•  Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds 

•  Tuition reimbursement  

•  Life insurance and disability coverage 

•  Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning 

•  Employee Assistance Plan 

•  Incentives for a Healthy You 

•  Autism Benefit  

•  Doctor on Demand  

•  Adoption Assistance  

•  Second Opinion program  

•  And more!  

Learn More & Apply Now!

Avionics delivers advanced cockpit displays, vision systems, and comprehensive digital solutions for global government, commercial and business aviation customers. We provide connectivity and managed data services to ensure safety and seamless communication for passengers,