Sr. Program Manager (Onsite)

Date Posted:

2026-06-04

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-MD-ABERDEEN-APG ~ 6260 Guardian Gtwy ~ APG

Position Role Type:

Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required.​ U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Security Clearance Type:

DoD Clearance: Secret

Security Clearance Status:

Active and existing security clearance required after 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.

Raytheon, Managed by Collins Aerospace

The IFF Directorate, Identification Friend or Foe, within the Collins Aerospace Mission Systems team, is seeking a Sr. Program Manager to lead our Production Programs and Platform Integration efforts across multiple domestic and international platforms.  Immediate responsibilities include managing multiple production contracts and supporting existing product deliveries, including customer communications and DMS management. Duties include management of all cost, schedule, and technical execution of assigned programs.  The individual will work closely with multiple customers and will require solid interpersonal /relationship skills to secure new business in support of the IFF Annual Operating Plan (AOP) commitments. 

The Sr. Program Manager will communicate with senior management (and/or customers) through briefing packages, EACs, and technical proposals, Gate Reviews and present Program Plans that accurately reflect the program's health and must be achievable.  Since there are generally no direct reports to the PM in a matrixed organization, the PM must have good communication skills to engage the team and functional management to achieve results.  This will include working with section and department managers to ensure the team members have the correct technical skills to execute the program.  The PM must continue to evaluate the needed skills and develop high performing teams. Given the size and complexity of these efforts, delegation and supervision of work products is necessary to ensure technical results as well as cost and schedule.

This position can sit at either our Aberdeen, MD or Largo, FL locations. Relocation is not provided.  Travel between both locations is expected to support management reviews.

What You Will Do:

• Accountable for the full lifecycle of products and services from inception through completion, inclusive of pursuit and order capture, design and development, produce to deliver, service/support, and long-term strategic business plans.  Support new product launch and production start up for Next Generation products.
• Assigned as the chair of the Program Management Team (PMT) accountable for managing the contract lifecycle, cost schedule, performance and on-time delivery of company programs
• Serves as the face of the organization to clients and customers
• Has Profit & Loss (P&L) responsibility for a specified value stream or group of value streams within a business segment or portfolio

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Minimum of 8 years’ experience leading multi-disciplined teams, experience creating/pursuing leads and winning military and/or commercial contract awards
• Typically requires: Bachelor’s degree and 10 years of prior relevant experience OR  Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 7 years of experience
• The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.
• PM experience for programs valued up to $25M
• Experience working in the defense and/or aerospace market with U.S. Department of Defense or other Government agencies and OEMs
• Demonstrated experience in leading development programs and Capture/proposals
• Demonstrated ability to initiate and sustain positive customer relationships