Sr. Program Manager- IFF (Onsite)

Date Posted:

2026-09-18

 Country:

United States of America

 Location:

US-MD-ABERDEEN-APG ~ 6260 Guardian Gtwy ~ APG

 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

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.

Raytheon, Managed by Collins Aerospace

The IFF Directorate, Identification Friend or Foe, within the Collins Aerospace Mission Systems team, is seeking a Sr. Program Manager to lead our Production Programs and Platform Integration efforts across multiple domestic and international platforms. Immediate responsibilities include managing multiple production contracts and supporting existing product deliveries, including customer communications and DMS management. Duties include management of all cost, schedule, and technical execution of assigned programs. The individual will work closely with multiple customers and will require solid interpersonal /relationship skills to secure new business in support of the IFF Annual Operating Plan (AOP) commitments.

The Sr. Program Manager will communicate with senior management (and/or customers) through briefing packages, EACs, and technical proposals, Gate Reviews and present Program Plans that accurately reflect the program's health and must be achievable. Since there are generally no direct reports to the PM in a matrixed organization, the PM must have good communication skills to engage the team and functional management to achieve results. This will include working with section and department managers to ensure the team members have the correct technical skills to execute the program. The PM must continue to evaluate the needed skills and develop high performing teams. Given the size and complexity of these efforts, delegation and supervision of work products is necessary to ensure technical results as well as cost and schedule.

This is an Onsite position at our Aberdeen, MD location. Relocation is not provided.

What You Will Do:

• •Accountable for the full lifecycle of products and services from inception through completion, inclusive of pursuit and order capture, design and development, produce to deliver, service/support, and long-term strategic business plans. Support new product launch and production start up for Next Generation products.
• •Assigned as the chair of the Program Management Team (PMT) accountable for managing the contract lifecycle, cost schedule, performance and on-time delivery of company programs
• •Serves as the face of the organization to clients and customers
• •Has Profit & Loss (P&L) responsibility for a specified value stream or group of value streams within a business segment or portfolio

Qualifications You Must Have:

• •Minimum of 8 years’ experience leading multi-disciplined teams, experience creating/pursuing leads and winning military and/or commercial contract awards
• •Typically requires: Bachelor’s degree and 10 years of prior relevant experience OR 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.
• •PM experience for programs valued up to $25M
• •Experience working in the defense and/or aerospace market with U.S. Department of Defense or other Government agencies and OEMs
• •Demonstrated experience in leading development programs and Capture/proposals
• •Demonstrated ability to initiate and sustain positive customer relationships
• •Demonstrated understanding and proficient use of program management tools such as Earned Value Management System (EVMS), Integrated Master Plan (IMP) / Integrated Master Schedule (IMS), Risk and Opportunity Management or similar business processes
• •Proficient in managing multiple contract types (CPFF, FFP, DCS, FMS)
• •Effective communication/presentation, analytical and problem-solving skills
• •Willingness to engage foreign customers and travel both domestically and internationally as required, (~25%)

Qualifications We Prefer:

• •Knowledge of IFF, Airborne Radio or Radar Systems, Production systems
• •Avionics development, certification, and prime mission system integration support
• •Strong experience and relationships within US DoD and Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) aviation community
• •Experience leading larger production scope contracts including post delivery customer support
• •Experience with International Direct Commercial Sales and Foreign Military Sales (FMS)
• •Direct involvement working through ITAR, Export/Import and licensing regulations
• •Subcontractor management for technical development efforts.
• •EV Certified / PM Certification
• •Preference for a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Management or similar field

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.

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, wel