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Principal Program Manager UVHF Airborne Products

Requisition ID: 15366

Want to work with some of the most talented, dedicated people on the planet? Do you value relationships, commitment, innovation and integrity? Want to be a part of a company that has been named numerous times as America’s Best Employer in Aerospace and Defense by Forbes magazine?

Then Collins Aerospace is the place for you. Join our team and build a rewarding career while helping to deliver the most trusted source of aviation and high-integrity solutions in the world.

We are currently searching for a Principal Program Manager – U/VHF Airborne Products to join our team in Cedar Rapids, IA (1000). A comprehensive relocation package is available for qualified candidates. Employing some of the most talented, dedicated people on the planet is not by chance. People from all over the globe choose Collins Aerospace as the place to build a rewarding career, while helping create and deliver communications, integration, and engineering solutions that our global customers demand so that our world keeps moving and stays connected. It’s an exciting time to become a part of our team. Join us and discover how high your career can soar at Collins Aerospace.

Job Summary

This position provides leadership for Air V/UHF Programs within the Communications, Navigation and Electronic Warfare (CNE) Products Business Area. Primary responsibilities will be in the areas of program execution, roadmap planning and organization, and coordination of all functional departments necessary to support the execution of customer contractual commitments for the next generation of software defined tactical airborne radios. This position will be responsible for planning, program management, and profit and loss. You will serve as one of the Tactical Airborne Communications Program Managers, working as a team to managing customer expectations, coordinate with Business Development and International partners on product requirements, and managing the progress and delivery of customer funded product developments. The assigned work tasks will be performed under limited supervision of the Air V/UHF Programs Manager

Job Responsibilities

The individual must exhibit the leadership and management skills to monitor, manage, and deliver a product that meets the customer expectations. You will be expected to ensure adherence to customer schedules and serve as the primary customer point of contact in communication of program status. You will maintain responsibility for schedule, performance, cost attainment while entrusting the product development to the PLM. You will also be asked to provide/present proposals, status reports, and customer status to senior management.

The position requires:

1) The ability to translate customer requirements into creative, executable, affordable solutions,

2) The ability to quickly assess the costs, benefits, and risks of a decision while using sound logic to ultimately make well-informed decisions,

3) The ability to work with all levels and disciplines within the organization, as well as across business areas,

4) The ability to develop and lead high performing teams, 5) an understanding of financial business practices and experience with Earned Value.

In Addition, understanding of U.S. Government, foreign military sales (FMS), and international procurement practices.

Prior experience in U.S. DoD acquisition areas is desirable. Strong communications skills and business acumen are extremely important. Travel will be required within the United States and possibly international.

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in appropriate discipline, and eight years of related
experience, or, in the absence of a bachelor’s degree, fourteen years
of related experience.

Applicant must be capable of obtaining a US Department of Defense (DoD) Security Clearance.

US Citizenship is required.

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

At Collins Aerospace, we believe a solid work-life balance creates a healthy lifestyle and inspires creativity and innovation. We value our people and invest in their development, growth and success at our company by providing development opportunities through Collins Aerospace University, networking, mentoring, and tuition reimbursement.

And that’s just for starters.

Some of our competitive benefits package includes:

* Medical, dental, and vision insurance

* Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees

* Company-paid winter holiday shutdown for most locations

* Generous 401(k) plan that matches 62.5 percent of the first 8 percent of eligible compensation you contribute (or 5 percent if you save 8 percent)

* An Incentive Pay Plan based upon company performance

* Tuition reimbursement

* And more

Interested yet? Apply now and embark on your next worthwhile adventure!

Collins Aerospace is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other protected status.

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