Senior Manager, Program Management (Onsite)

Date Posted:

2026-10-14

 Country:

United States of America

 Location:

US-FL-LARGO-382SS ~ 7887 Bryan Dairy Rd. ~ BLDG 100

 Position Role Type:

Onsite

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

The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required.​ 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 after day 1

Collins Aerospace is seeking a Senior Program Manager to lead the execution of complex, classified communication systems programs supporting critical national defense missions. This position will have direct ownership of multiple contracts spanning hardware and software development, production, and sustainment, with accountability for cost, schedule, technical performance, and customer commitments. Working at the intersection of advanced engineering and program leadership, you will guide multidisciplinary teams through challenging technical and operational decisions while ensuring programs deliver against demanding mission requirements.

As the primary program leader and customer interface, you will align Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, and other functional partners to manage execution, resolve technical and programmatic challenges, and maintain disciplined financial and performance controls. You will also lead customer engagements, contract negotiations, and proposal efforts supporting program extensions and future business opportunities. This position combines hands-on program execution with meaningful influence over customer relationships, technical outcomes, and the continued development of advanced defense communication capabilities.

This is an onsite role in Largo, FL.

What You Will Do:

• •Lead the execution of multiple complex, classified communication systems programs, ensuring successful delivery against contractual commitments, technical requirements, cost, and schedule objectives
• •Provide overall program leadership and accountability across hardware and software development, production, and sustainment activities, aligning execution with customer expectations and business priorities
• •Lead multidisciplinary Program Management Teams (PMTs), partnering with Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, Finance, Contracts, and other functional organizations to coordinate resources, resolve challenges, and deliver program objectives
• •Establish and maintain program baselines, performance metrics, and execution controls, including Earned Value Management (EVM), Estimates at Completion (EACs), and cost and schedule performance tracking
• •Identify, assess, and manage program risks, opportunities, and technical challenges, developing mitigation strategies and driving timely resolution of issues that could affect program performance
• •Serve as the primary customer interface throughout the program lifecycle, managing customer communications, addressing escalations, and maintaining alignment on technical performance, deliverables, and contractual expectations
• •Lead program planning and execution reviews, communicating performance, financial status, risks, and recovery strategies to business leadership and key stakeholders
• •Partner with Engineering leadership to align technical resources, staffing, and program priorities with execution requirements and financial commitments
• •Manage contract scope, configuration changes, and customer-directed modifications, ensuring disciplined change control and alignment with contractual requirements
• •Lead the development of technical and cost proposals for contract modifications, follow-on work, and new business opportunities, coordinating inputs across engineering and functional teams
• •Support and lead contract negotiations within established business authority, balancing customer requirements, program objectives, and financial considerations
• •Ensure program execution complies with applicable government contracting requirements, export controls, cybersecurity standards, and internal program management processes

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
• •The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required
• •U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance
• •Minimum of 7 years’ experience leading hardware and software development programs within the aerospace, defense, or government contracting environment
• •Demonstrated experience managing the execution of programs using Agile methodologies
• •Demonstrated experience delivering programs using Earned Value Management processes compliant with the EIA 748 EVMS Standard

Qualifications We Prefer:

• •Active and transferable U.S. Top Secret security clearance
• •Experience leading complex, classified defense programs or Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) spanning engineering development, production, and sustainment
• •Knowledge of secure communications technologies, including secure voice, VoIP, IP-based communications, and multi-level secure networking architectures
• •Experience supporting Nuclear Command and Control (NC3) programs, including STRATCOM, E-4B, E-6B, or other strategic defense initiatives
• •Experience managing technology refresh, sustainment, or obsolescence-driven redesign efforts for complex defense systems
• •Demonstrated experience leading multidisciplinary teams, managing program financial performance, and navigating complex contractual requirements
• •Familiarity with Department of Defense (DoD) cybersecurity requirements, including Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) and the Risk Management Framework (RMF)
• •Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent program management training

What We Offer​

• •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!

Relocation Eligibility

Eligible for relocation

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Learn More & Apply Now!​

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. ​

*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 th