Principal Specialist, Integrated Program Specialist (Remote)

Date Posted:2026-06-22 Country:United States of America Location:US-MS-REMOTE Position Role Type:Remote U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract. Security Clearance Type: None/Not Required Security Clearance Status: Not RequiredAt 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.Joining Collins Aerospace isn’t just about finding a job; it’s about embarking on a journey to redefine the future of aerospace technology. 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. The Strategic Communications group is seeking a Program Schedule Analyst to support multiple programs within our Airborne & Sustainment portfolio. In this role, the candidate will provide guidance and analysis in the areas of Project Management, Budgeting, Scheduling, and Variance Analysis. The candidate will become an integral part of the Program Management Team providing advice, consultation, and analysis with regard to creation and execution of the program plan. What You Will Do Responsible for supporting scheduling activities on multiple programsMonitors and reports performance against plans to ensure the contractual, cost and schedule objectives are met (working closely with the cost analyst.) Understanding of earned value management practices and procedures, which includes scheduling fundamentals and system tool usage, such as SAP and Microsoft products Contributes to the completion of organizational projects and goals. Develops solutions to a variety of problemsFrequent use of technical knowledge and industry scheduling practices, techniques, and standardsWorks with senior specialists to prepare, develop and coordinate the integrated master plan and integrated master schedule to meet program objectives. Ensures major projects are integrated across company functional groups including Finance, Engineering, Manufacturing, Logistics, Quality, etc. Tracks plans and schedules, solicits regular updates, identifies and resolves critical path and network logic conflicts. Utilizes milestone charts, earned value management, and other project management techniques to gauge progress and identify performance variances Work in parallel with the cost analyst of the program to ensure the cost and schedule are reconciled. Take steps to correct any mismatched items and address root cause. Contributes ideas for training materials. Offers suggestions for areas in processes or tools that need enhancement Experience with integrated schedules and logic networks using Microsoft Project software or have the ability to learn this tool. Background with Microsoft Office applications: Excel, Word, Powerpoint Understands and complies with requirements in DI-MGMT-81861A, DCMA Schedule Assessment Guide and Planning and Scheduling Excellence Guide Abides by company policies and procedures, with special attention to ethics and standards of business conduct Strong interpersonal, communication and presentation skills Qualifications You Must Have Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experienceProficient with Microsoft Project Experience with Earned Value Concepts Qualifications We PreferAerospace & Defense Experience PreferredWhat 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!  ​Learn More & Apply Now!​When you join our finance team, you’re joining a team whose impact stretches across the world, and even beyond. Our team supports 70,000 employees across the U.S. and around the globe. As an RTX subsidiary, we operate with our own business reporting structure, financial dashboards and earnings metrics. This reporting relationship allows finance team members to implement innovative tools for the aerospace market in a stand-alone business environment. At Collins Aerospace, you’ll be not only be advancing your career, you’ll be leaving your mark on the future of advanced technologies.*Please ensure the role type (defined below) is appropriate for your needs before applyi