Program Manager - Terminal Modernization (Onsite)

Date Posted:

2026-10-02

 Country:

United States of America

 Location:

US-MA-MARLBOROUGH-MA1 ~ 1001 Boston Post Rd ~ BLDG 1

 Position Role Type:

Onsite

 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

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.

We are seeking a skilled individual to join our Program team supporting the Withheld Program A Terminal Modernization programs.

The Ground & Maritime Program Manager (PM) plays a pivotal role in overseeing and supporting the comprehensive execution of Withheld Programs. This responsibility encompasses managing various elements such as cost, schedule adherence, technical performance, and ensuring customer satisfaction. The PM will also be tasked with handling priced options, pre-planned engineering modifications, and identifying potential growth avenues. A key aspect of this role is the ability to cultivate and maintain strong business relationships, promptly address customer requirements, and effectively lead a team to meet organizational goals.

In this position, the PM will hold full accountability for critical components of the program, which includes the management of a viable program baseline, implementation of earned value management techniques, and the identification and mitigation of risks and opportunities. The PM must ensure that all contractual obligations and financial commitments are met, thereby guaranteeing the program’s success. This role demands a proactive approach to problem-solving and strategic planning, as well as the capacity to juggle multiple priorities while driving the team towards achieving the desired business outcomes.

This is an Onsite position at either our Marlborough, MA or Largo, FL site. Relocation is not provided.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• •Project & Program Methodologies: Familiarity with Agile (Scrum, Kanban), Waterfall, and basic program frameworks
• •Typically requires: Bachelor’s degree and 8 years of prior relevant experience OR Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience
• •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.
• •Planning & Scheduling: Work Breakdown Structures (WBS), Gantt charts, timeline and milestone creation
• •Tools Proficiency: Experience with MS Project, Excel, Word, PowerPoint
• •Risk & Quality Management: Ability to identify, assess, mitigate risks and ensure project standards
• •Budget & Resource Planning: Basic budgeting and cost tracking using spreadsheets or PM software, understanding of Earned Valued Management methodologies
• •Reporting & Analytics: Preparing status updates, dashboards, and performance reports

Qualifications We Prefer:

• •Certifications: CAPM, PMP, PMI-ACP, or equivalent demonstrate commitment and PM knowledge
• •Tools Proficiency: JIRA
• •Technical/Domain Knowledge: DoD prime contracting, system integration, sustainment
• •Communication & Stakeholder Management: Clear oral/written communication, active listening, stakeholder alignment
• •Leadership & Teamwork: Leading team members, motivating, conflict resolution, consensus-building
• •Problem-Solving & Adaptability: Handling unexpected challenges, staying flexible, pivoting approaches
• •Time Management: Managing multiple priorities, deadlines, self-starting tasks
• •Organization & Attention to Detail: Maintaining documentation, schedules, precision in deliverables
• •Negotiation & Conflict Resolution: Aligning resources, resolving disagreements, balancing stakeholder needs
• •Strategic Thinking: Aligning projects with bigger organizational goals
• •Business Acumen: Basic understanding of ROI, cost-benefit, organizational processes

What We Offer :

Collins Aerospace, an RTX company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio and expertise to solve customers’ toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market.

Do you want to be a part of something bigger? A team whose impact stretches across the world, and even beyond? At Collins Aerospace, our Mission Systems team helps civilian, military and government customers complete their most complex missions — whatever and wherever they may be. Our customers depend on us for intelligent and secure communications, missionized systems for specialized aircraft and spacecraft and collaborative space solutions. By joining our team, you’ll have your own critical part to play in ensuring our customer succeeds today while anticipating their needs for tomorrow. Are you up for the challenge? Join our mission today.

WE ARE REDEFINING AEROSPACE.

*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.

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.

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!

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 107,500 USD - 204,500 USD. The s