Sr. Manager, Project Manager – Connected Factory Transformation (hybrid)

• 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

• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract 

• 5+ years of project or program management experience in operations, engineering, or enterprise transformation

• Experience with Microsoft Project; including schedule development, resource planning, interdependency mapping, and critical path management

• Experience reviewing cost‑savings analyses, developing business cases, supporting cost forecasting, managing project budgets, and communicating financial impacts to stakeholders

• Experience partnering directly with Manufacturing/Operations on process changes, equipment upgrades, capital projects, or operational readiness activities.
   

• Advanced degree in business, engineering, or operations.

• Experience leading large, cross‑functional initiatives in complex operating environments

• Ability to lead teams, influence stakeholders, and manage senior‑level communications

• Hands‑on knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies used in operational environments

• Experience working with manufacturing KPIs (safety, people, quality, delivery, cost) and understanding how project outcomes affect them

• Familiarity with regulatory, quality, or safety requirements relevant to manufacturing operations

• Experience with digital manufacturing, automation, or connected factory technologies

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.

The Sr. Manager, Project Manager leads complex, cross‑functional programs and major strategic initiatives that support business objectives, operational excellence, and long‑range planning. This role provides leadership across project teams, ensures consistent project delivery practices, and partners closely with Manufacturing/Operations, Engineering, Quality, IT, and Supply Chain to drive results across multiple sites within the Connected Factory program.

This individual will be responsible for the Connected Factory implementation at both Cheshire, CT and Foley, AL locations.

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  Lead enterprise‑level or high‑complexity projects involving multiple functions, digital systems, or manufacturing sites.

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  Serve as the primary owner of project scope, schedule, risks, and stakeholder communication.

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  Build and actively manage detailed project schedules using Microsoft Project, including dependencies, resource plans, critical path activities, and progress reporting.

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  Review, validate, and clearly communicate cost‑savings analyses linked to project activities, ensuring financial impacts align with business objectives.

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  Serve as the primary point of contact for site teams, supporting execution of their Connected Factory project plans and ensuring alignment with the broader enterprise transformation roadmap.

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  Develop, maintain, and report against program governance, milestones, KPIs, and resource plans, project intake processes, and alignment with strategic business objectives.

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  Lead issue resolution and cross‑functional decision‑making to keep deliverables on track.

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  Coordinate closely with Manufacturing/Operations to support operational readiness, capacity alignment, and successful implementation of equipment, system, or process changes.

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  Present program updates, risks, financial implications, and recommendations to leadership and executive stakeholders.

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  Must be willing and able to travel up to 50% of the time.

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The next chapter of our future as an aerospace company is here, and we are excited about what this means for our employees and customers! Get onboard the Collins Aerospace Operations team and play a part in managing our innovative products from inception to delivery. The Operations team continues to grow and aims to strengthen the connection of Manufacturing Operations, Supply Chain and Environment, Health & Safety (EH&S) across Collins Aerospace. In this dynamic environment, you will have the opportunity to network across our businesses and functions, all while improving the productivity, quality and efficiency of our operations worldwide.