Program Manager - Galley Inserts (Onsite)

Date Posted:

2024-04-24

Country:

United States of America

Location:

HKS31: US041-Lenexa, KS 15701 W 95th Street , Lenexa, KS, 66219 USA

Position Role Type:

Onsite

Collins Aerospace is growing rapidly and has an exciting position available now as a Program Manager at our brand new, state of the art, Lenexa, KS facility. The Program Manger will lead product development and product improvement programs within our industry leading galley inserts family of products.

This position is for a Program Manager who works independently, leads small/medium programs and integrated product teams (IPTs) to successfully deliver projects on time and on budget. The position manages the customer interface and relationship, analyzes data, leads risk and opportunity management, identifies and implements resolutions for program problems, interfaces with vendors, maintains progress reports, and participates in contract negotiation. The Program Manager develops program plans, Statements of Work, schedules, milestones, and budgets. Supports strategic planning efforts, contract negotiations, and manages important vendors.  

This is an onsite position located in Lenexa, KS. Eligible for relocation.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Lead Integrated Project Teams to deliver Galley Insert development programs in accordance with Collins Management System (CMS) guidelines
• Develop Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) for authorized work.  Establishes and communicates overall priorities and changing program requirements to functional areas.
• Conduct and chair internal team meetings to review progress and identify issues.
• Participate in Customer meetings to address progress, questions, and concerns.
• Facilitate working sessions to resolve unplanned anomalies.
• Identify, track and close action items resulting from meetings and reviews.
• Track and report on the status of key programs including internal monthly Program Health Reviews and reviews with the customers.

Qualifications/Experience Needed:

• Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience or in absence of a degree, 9 years of relevant experienc
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship now or in the future. RTX will not offer sponsorship for this position

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certified Project Management Professional
• Program management experience leading cross functional teams.
• Experience working in the Aerospace/Defense/Military industry preferred.
• Previous experience working with operations/manufacturing engineering organizations.
• Experience using Integrated Project Scheduling software
• Ability to manage multiple programs running at different product development stages.

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.

At Collins Aerospace, our Interiors team is focused on innovation, safety and cost efficiency. But we don’t just get people from point A to point B. We’re committed to making air travel more comfortable, connected and secure. As a leader in aviation interior products and services, we’re helping airlines and original equipment manufacturers create a positive experience for their customers. With offices and manufacturing facilities in more than 12 states across the U.S. and more than 10 countries around the globe, we’re changing the game of aircraft interiors. Are you ready to join our team?

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Minimum Program Qualifications

• Be on a career break of one or more year at time of application
• Have prior experience in functional area of interest