Senior Manager, Subcontracts Program Management (Remote)

Date Posted:

2026-06-19



Country:

United States of America



Location:

US-TX-REMOTE



Position Role Type:

Remote



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

U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.



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.

As a Senior Manager, Subcontracts Program Manager supporting Collins Aerospace’s Civil Space programs, you will oversee critical subcontract efforts that enable the delivery of advanced MissionSystems solutions. This role exists at the intersection of program execution, supply chain strategy, and government contracting, ensuring suppliers meet the cost, schedule, quality, and compliance expectations required in a highly regulated aerospace and defense environment. You will contribute from early capture and proposal development through production and sustainment, serving as a trusted partner to Program Management, Engineering, and Supply Chain teams.

In this position, you will take ownership of complex, high‑value subcontracts and lead activities such as acquisition planning, supplier evaluations, negotiations, and performance oversight. You’ll manage subcontract execution using FAR/DFARS and earned value principles, drive risk mitigation, and maintain strong relationships with supplier leadership and internal stakeholders. The role offers the opportunity to influence program outcomes through sound judgment, disciplined subcontract management, and close collaboration across functions. This is an individual contributor position with visibility to senior leadership and meaningful impact on programs with significant subcontract content.

What You Will Do :

• Lead subcontract planning, proposal review, supplier evaluations, and overall subcontract strategy development

• Provide business guidance to internal teams by offering market insight and supply chain support

• Lead supplier negotiations and partner with the Supply Chain Contract Manager to prepare and negotiate contractual documents

• Manage proposal preparation and oversee the execution and performance of complex subcontracts

• Monitor subcontract performance, manage Cost Account Manager duties, and provide regular updates to internal stakeholders and senior leadership

• Oversee subcontract products and services, including obsolete parts, production needs, on time delivery, and future product or service roadmaps

• Conduct supplier visits and maintain strong working relationships with supplier leadership and L4 program management

• Represent the company on matters involving legal requirements, customer specifications, and government regulations

• Provide direction for subcontract activities and oversee work performed by Subcontract Administrators, Buyers, and Supply Chain Contract Managers

• Lead internal department cadence reviews and internal customer cadence reviews

• Manage program cost, schedule, and risk and support the execution of programs with significant subcontract content and total values above fifty million dollars or critical to mission success

• Develop and execute subcontract plans, identify qualified suppliers, prepare the Supplier Statement of Work, and develop new supply sources as needed

• Support programs with moderate to high risk and complexity while working independently and applying sound judgment in subcontract and compliance activities

• Must be willing and able to travel up to 25% of the time

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

• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract 

• 2+ years experience managing subcontracts projects using Earned Value Management System (EVMS) methodology or Cost Account Management (CAM) activities

• 3+ years experience applying acquisition policies and procedures, including the Truth in Negotiations Act (TINA), within a government contracting environment

• 5+ years prior experience working with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) requirements

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience with NASA FAR Supplement (NFS)

• Experience identifying, assessing, and mitigating program and subcontract risk throughout the lifecycle

• Experience working within the RTX Lifecycle Program Management (RLPM) or similar enterprise operating frameworks, including familiarity with product lifecycle value streams

• Experience supporting U.S. Government subcontracting efforts within a regulated aerospace and defense environment

• Experience partnering with Program Management teams to support execution of complex development or production programs

• Prior experience in Supply Chain, Subcontracts, or Procurement functions, with exposure to supplier performance management and subcontract execution

What We Offer:

 Medical, dental, and vision insurance  

Some of our competitive benefits package includes:   

• 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 and Apply Now:

The next chapter of our future as an aerospace company is here, and we are excited about what this means for our employees and customers! Get onboard the Collins Aerospace Operations team and play a part in managing our innovative products from inception to delivery. The Operations team continues to grow and aims to strengthen the connection of Manufacturing Operations, Supply Chain and Environment, Health & Safety (EH&S) across Collins Aerospace. In this dynamic environment, you will have the opportunity to network across our businesses and functions, all while improving the productivity, quality and efficiency of our operations worldwide

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.  

*This position is remote; however, if you live within a reasonable commute of a Collins site with other colleagues you interact with, your manager will discuss whether there is a degree of onsite presence associated with this role

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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