Job Description

Date Posted:

2026-04-02

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-IA-REMOTE

Position Role Type:

Remote

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: Secret

Security Clearance Status:

Active and existing security clearance required on day 1

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.

Collins Digital Technology is seeking an experienced and influential Associate Director to lead and develop a high‑performing team of Program Engagement Leads (PELs). In this role, you will provide strategic direction and decisive leadership in establishing and supporting secure program work environments (PWEs) that enable engineering teams to meet critical contractual commitments.

**This is a Remote position that requires a DoD Security Clearance with 25% Travel**

What YOU will do:

• You will oversee team operations and implement performance‑driven processes to ensure on‑time delivery, financial accuracy, and effective risk management aligned with customer and business objectives.

• You will partner closely with senior leadership and cross‑functional teams to shape planning, drive process and technology improvement.

• You will guide people‑management initiatives across all phases of the PWE lifecycle.

• This position requires a strong leadership presence, demonstrated business acumen, and the ability to influence and communicate.

• You will collaborate effectively across all levels of the organization to advance innovation and continuous improvement.

Qualifications YOU Must Have:

• Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 12 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 10 years of experience.

• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

• Active Secret/Top Secret Clearance demonstrating readiness to lead within secured program environments.

• Experience managing digital technology initiatives and leading project management teams in secured program environments, with a record of improving delivery performance, operational efficiency, and cross‑functional coordination.

• Effective executive presence and influential leadership capabilities with the ability to interact with senior levels of leadership including customer, teammates, and stakeholders.  

• Proven ability to build and lead high‑performing teams through strong organizational skills, strategic problem‑solving, and the ability to anticipate needs and implement solutions that drive measurable improvement.

• Demonstrated expertise in managing project financials and workforce planning, ensuring accurate forecasting, optimized resource allocation, and accountability across teams.

• Strong leadership presence with the ability to earn stakeholder trust quickly, motivate diverse teams, and drive scope, schedule, and financial alignment across programs.

• Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to influence at all organizational levels and clearly convey strategy, expectations, and performance outcomes.

• Advanced critical‑thinking and innovation‑driven problem‑solving skills, applied to improve processes, reduce operational barriers, and achieve organizational performance targets.

• Experience with waterfall and agile delivery methodologies, applying the appropriate project frameworks to improve predictability, adaptability, and team performance.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Experience leading teams or programs in government, engineering, or manufacturing environments, demonstrating the ability to navigate complex, regulated operational landscapes.

• Success managing cross‑functional initiatives across Operations, Engineering, and other domains, influencing diverse stakeholder groups to achieve shared goals.

• Expertise in financial planning, business case analysis, Earned Value Management, and ROI evaluation to guide decisions that strengthen program health and organizational performance.

• Knowledge of SOWs, BOEs, ROMs, and contract‑related processes, enabling effective leadership of program planning, estimation, and execution strategy.

• Experience applying process‑improvement methodologies (Six Sigma, TQM, Lean, CORE) to reduce waste, enhance productivity, and deliver measurable operational improvements.

• Active PMP certification highlighting strong program leadership discipline and professional rigor.

What We Offer:

Some of our competitive benefits packages include:

• 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 part of a new, exciting initiative to combine foundational IT with new digital technologies?  Our Digital Technology team is driving business efficiencies and a better customer experience by connecting technologies, people, information and processes. From making aircraft more electric, intelligent and integrated to building new software platforms such as Internet of Things, big data, artificial intelligence, and blockchain, there’s no better place to be right now than in digital. If you’re an agile thinker who enjoys utilizing modern technology to make big improvements, then you’re a perfect fit for this team. Join Collins Aerospace to help us revolutionize the aerospace industry today!

WE ARE REDEFINING AEROSPACE.

* Please consider the following role type definitions as you apply for this role.

Remote: Employees who are working in Remote roles will work primarily offsite (from home). An employee may be expected to travel to the site location as needed.

Regardless of your role type, collaboration and innovation are critical to our business and all employees will have access to digital tools so they can work with colleagues around the world – and access to Collins sites when their work requires in-person meetings.

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 157,200 USD - 298,800 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.

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