Senior Manager, Product Line Program Management (Onsite)

Date Posted:

2026-06-03



Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-FL-MELBOURNE-307 ~ 1100 W Hibiscus Blvd ~ BLDG 307

Position Role Type:

Onsite

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

This job requires a U.S. Person. A U.S. Person is a lawful permanent resident as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) or who is a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, U.S. permanent residents, or individuals granted refugee or asylee status in the U.S. are considered U.S. persons. For a complete definition of “U.S. Person” go here. https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-22/chapter-I/subchapter-M/part-120/subpart-C/section-120.62

Security Clearance Type:

None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status:

Not Required

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.

Are you ready to lead at the forefront of cutting-edge avionics innovation?

Join our high-performing team in Melbourne, FL—where innovation, collaboration, and excellence are at the core of everything we do. As a Program Manager, you will play a pivotal leadership role, driving the success of some of the most advanced avionics solutions in the industry while shaping the future of aerospace technology.

As a Program Manager, you will lead end-to-end program execution across the full product lifecycle—from concept through delivery and sustainment. You will be responsible for setting strategic direction, ensuring flawless execution, and leading cross-functional teams to achieve business and customer objectives.

What You Will Do

• Leading cross-functional teams to deliver innovative products and services with new market capabilities
• Managing programs across their lifecycle while driving alignment and synergy across business units
• Owning execution across cost, schedule, technical performance, risk management, manufacturing, product support, and quality
• Developing program investment strategies, business cases, and growth plans aligned with organizational objectives
• Identifying and mitigating risks with robust financial and schedule recovery plans
• Driving supply chain resilience and ensuring delivery assurance targets are consistently achieved
• This role reports directly to the Portfolio Director and serves as a key member of the leadership team.

What You Will Learn

• Expand your leadership capabilities as the central driver of cross-functional program success
• Gain end-to-end exposure to the full lifecycle across strategy, engineering, manufacturing, quality, and customer engagement
• Build strong visibility with senior leadership as the accountable leader for your program portfolio
• Develop deep expertise in advanced avionics technologies and next-generation navigation systems
• Strengthen relationships across commercial, business, and military aerospace customers
• Grow a broad and influential internal and external professional network

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 10 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 7 years of experience
• Proven leadership experience, directly or through matrixed teams
• Ability to travel up to 10%

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience in manufacturing, engineering program planning, and program execution
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrated strength in both strategic thinking and operational execution
• Experience with continuous improvement methodologies

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 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! 

May be eligible for relocation.

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, crews, and militaries, from aircraft and airports to air traffic management. Join us in creating solutions that connect the world, one flight at a time. Start your application 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.

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 132,400 USD - 251,600 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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