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The Military Avionics and Helicopters (MA&H) Subcontracts organization, part of Collins Aerospace Avionics business unit, is searching for a Subcontract Program Manager to join our team in Cedar Rapids, IA. This is your opportunity to become part of an organization that supports exciting military airborne programs and product line building block development. In this position you will have the opportunity to work with a highly motivated cross functional team managing some of Collins Aerospace’s most innovative domestic and international suppliers. Subcontracts Program Managers (SPMs) are accountable for subcontracted scope, schedule and budget; own the performance of subcontractors; lead the Subcontracts Management Team (SMT) and act as the “one Collins voice to the Subcontractor. Come join the Collins Aerospace team and help redefine the future of aerospace.

What You Will Do:

Activities and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Oversee the planning, release and management of all aspects of subcontracts and procurement activities with annual spend up to $20M.
• Establish and maintain professional relationships with global suppliers. Effectively communicate with all levels of suppliers’ staff.
• Actively manage supply chain-related program risk, evaluate supplier performance, propose and initiate corrective actions.
• Brief program management, customer, functional and business leadership on status and issues affecting contract performance, cost and program risk.
• Review and evaluate Supplier Statements of Work (SSOW), prepare Request for Information(RFI) and Request for Proposals (RFP) in support of program requirements.
• Lead the review and evaluation of supplier proposals, perform fact-finding and manage cost and pricing analysis.
• Develop supplier negotiation strategies and lead negotiations.
• On-board new hires and Mentor and lead junior staff members.
• Help develop standard work and champion process improvements.
• Draft and/or review documents containing contractual or technical terminology
• Ensure compliance with federal regulatory requirements and Raytheon policy and procedures, including Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR/DFAR) and import/export requirements.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally
• Willingness to support calls with international suppliers outside of core business hours

Qualifications You Must Have: 

• U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or granted refugee or asylee status) as defined here:  https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-22/chapter-I/subchapter-M/part-120/subpart-C/section-120.62
• 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
• Familiarity with SAP or other ERP systems and program management tools

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Demonstrated ability to prioritize activities, manage conflicting priorities and urgently respond to unforeseen developments
• Excellent presentation, oral and written skills
• Ability to successfully execute tactical activities
• This position requires demonstrated leadership and organizational skills with a proven track record of meeting objectives and satisfying customer requirements.  
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant Aerospace and Defense industry experience in program management, subcontracts management, material program management or related roles, preferably on U.S. Government or Dept. of Defense programs
• Working knowledge of applicable Government regulations and laws (e.g. – FAR/DFAR, export control)
• Familiarity with various types of contracting arrangements – e.g. Firm Fixed Price, Time & Material, Cost Plus, Services, etc.
• Strong leadership, interpersonal and team-building skills
• Experienced with formal risk management and program management methods
• Proven negotiation skills with the ability to define strategies and lead complex negotiations
• Experience working with cross functional teams.
• Proficient with all MS Office products.
• Understanding and experience with Collins Management System structure

What We Offer:

Some of our competitive benefits package includes:   

• May be eligible for relocation

Learn More & Apply Now!

Diversity drives innovation; inclusion drives success. We believe a multitude of approaches and ideas enable us to deliver the best results for our workforce, workplace, and customers. We are committed to fostering a culture where all employees can share their passions and ideas so we can tackle the toughest challenges in our industry and pave new paths to limitless possibility.  

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This role is also eligible for the Re-Empower Program.  The Re-Empower Program helps support talented and committed professionals as they rebuild their capabilities, enhance leadership skills, and continue their professional journey.  Over the course of the 14-week program, experienced professionals will gain paid, on-the-job experience, have an opportunity to participate in sessions with leadership, develop personalized plans for success and receive coaching to guide their return-to-work experience.  Upon completion of the program, based on performance and contributions participants will be eligible for a career at RTX.  

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 
• Have interest in returning in either a full-time or part-time position 

Our Avionics team advances flight deck solutions, airborne communications, vision systems, sensors and fire protection for commercial and military customers around the world. That means we’re helping people reach their destination safely and keeping pilots, passengers, flight crews, airlines, airports and military personnel connected and informed. And we’re providing industry-leading fire protection and safety systems that our customers can count on when it matters most. Are you ready to learn from the most knowledgeable experts in the industry, develop the technologies of tomorrow and reach new heights in your career? Join our Avionics team 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. 

The salary range for this role is 96,000 USD - 200,000 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/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.

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