Modernization Senior Program Manager (Onsite)

Date Posted:2026-06-08 Country:United States of AmericaLocation:US-MA-MARLBOROUGH-MA2 ~ 1001 Boston Post Rd ~ BLDG 2Position Role Type:OnsiteU.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: SecretSecurity Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required on day 1Raytheon Company, Managed by Collins AerospaceAt 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.The Ground and Maritime Systems portfolio in the Strategic Communications business area is seeking a Senior Program Manager to play a key role in the Strategic Communications terminal crypto modernization.  This Senior Program Manager will be responsible for overseeing program execution and proposal activities. The Senior Program Manager must determine priorities, interpret and apply company policies, ensure risk mitigation activities are successfully managed and establish and execute long-term strategic goals. This role requires a leader with a strong command of PM best practices to enhance program execution. The leader must have an executive leadership presence, confidently lead across complex cross functional teams, foster a culture of accountability and execution excellence and role model RTX values and leadership behaviors. The Senior Program Manager sets strategy, vision and tactical direction and meets contractual commitments and company expectations. This role is responsible for downward communication of top-level project goals, objectives and decisions and upward communication of program performance to senior management. The role is onsite in Marlborough, MA, and you can expect up to 10% travel domestically. Relocation is not provided.What you will do:Assures on-time execution of contracts and proposal submittals through empowerment, communication, setting expectations, and building teams.Requirements and contract change management.Acts as empowered authority to accomplish objectives.Drives tactical execution while meeting strategic objectives. Establishes and maintains key programmatic metrics, defines milestones, critical path and monitors adherence to program budgets and schedules.Develops and presents the program Annual Operating Plan (AOP) and long term financial outlook and commits to specific financial goals and obligations.Leads the collaboration necessary across functional groups, broader RTX organizations and subcontractors to ensure program success. Ensures that functional resources, tools, and processes are utilized in a consistent way.Establishes roadmaps to drive down cost, improve performance, and win competitions.Maintains an energetic and productive work force. Provides leadership to direct and indirect reports, multi-functional teams and key partners with abilities to organize and prioritize to ensure successful execution of all commitments.Establishes strong and purposeful relationships with customer. Maintains lines of communications with the customer to assure timely awareness and customer trust.Establishes growth strategies, with a significant focus on growing the business for both existing capabilities and future capabilities.Briefs leadership and customer stakeholder to maintain budgets and influence to attain future funding.Qualifications You Must Have:Typically requires: Bachelor’s degree and 10 years of prior relevant experience OR  Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 7 years of experienceMinimum of 10 years of leadership experience in government, defense, aerospace or related industry.Experience with Government contracting requirements and the DoD acquisition management process.Experience leading development and production programs.A strong command of PM best practices to enhance program execution with demonstrated experience managing and overseeing program management tools such as R/O Management, Cost and Schedule Management and Earned Value Management.Active and transferable U.S. government issued Secret security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance Ability to obtain a Top Secret security clearance in the near future.Demonstrated understanding of the Estimate at Complete (EAC) processQualifications We Prefer:Master’s degree from an accredited university.RTX PM Certification Level 4 minimum.Experience submitting compliant proposals and establishing systems requirements and funding allocations.Demonstrated knowledge of Strategic Communications Systems and satellite communications technologies and software development.Experience managing a budget over $25M.Specific Experience with Nuclear Command & Control (NC3) programs and/or other Strategic initiativesExperience working with DCMA.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