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Job Details

Date Posted: 2026-09-30

Country: United States of America

Location: US-CT-EAST HARTFORD-ETC ~ 400 Main St ~ BLDG ETC

Position Role Type: Onsite

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 Required

Company Overview

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. Pratt & Whitney is a world leader in the design, manufacture and service of aircraft engines and auxiliary power systems and has been revolutionizing modern flight for over 100 years. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

The F135 Program Management Office for Production and Development is seeking a qualified candidate to serve as the Collins Partner Program ECU Business Manager. This position is a member of the F135 Collins Partner Program Management Team and will be responsible for the management and program integration of the F135 Collins ECU portfolio, including contracting, financial performance, planning, proposal, and negotiation activities, risk management, and cross-functional execution.

What You Will Do

• Lead cross‑function teams across P&W and Collins to ensure Collins is contracted in a timely manner, determining strategies, setting clear team goals, monitoring progress, providing motivation, delegating responsibility, and ensuring the schedule and business commitments are met.
• Lead development, implementation and change management of inter‑entity contractual requirements including contract flow‑downs, terms and conditions, and funding.
• Execute contracting actions to facilitate program support, including managing Inter‑Divisional Work Authorizations, Purchase Orders, Engineering Coordination Memos, Letters of Intent, and other contractual mechanisms.
• Facilitate SOW development and refinement across cross‑functional teams.
• Execute quoting activities, proposal development, and overall proposal management.
• Develop and coordinate negotiation strategies and business positions with Contracts, Finance, Engineering, and Program Leadership and support negotiations through agreement and implementation.
• Coordinate with Contracts and cross‑functional stakeholders to interpret contractual flow‑downs, T&C, SDRLs, EVMS, and other requirements for Collins execution.
• Manage program financial performance, including forecasting, funding requirements, contract values, risks and opportunities, baseline changes, and reconciliation/closeout activities; drive forecast accuracy and timely resolution of financial issues.
• Strategically assist L3/CAMs with development of inputs to properly baseline statement of work (SOW) and track schedule performance and budgets under their responsibility.
• Responsible for overseeing the management of budgets, cost, and schedules.
• Sustain robust monthly forecast and risk/opportunity process and drive forecasting accuracy.
• Involvement in special assignments and ad hoc analysis.
• Primary liaison between the F135 Program Management Office and Collins, building alignment across organizations and ensuring timely resolution of business and program execution issues.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Bachelor’s degree in business or technical discipline is required.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in customer/product support, project or program management, business management, or strategic planning, or advanced degree with 5+ years’ experience in program, business, operations, or project management.
• Minimum of 4 years’ experience in leading continuous improvement projects.
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Working SAP knowledge.
• Ability to clearly communicate at all organizational levels.
• Experience with Earned Value Management (EVM) is a plus.
• Demonstrated impactful leadership that builds high‑performing, collaborative teams and drives consistent achievement of business objectives.
• Experienced in building strong relationships with internal and external customers through commitment, credibility, and transparency.

Compensation and Benefits

The salary range for this role is 132,400 USD - 251,600 USD.

RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life insurance
• Short‑term disability
• Long‑term disability
• 401(k) match
• Flexible spending accounts
• Flexible work schedules
• Employee assistance program
• Employee Scholar Program
• Parental leave
• Paid time off
• Holidays

Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short‑term and/or long‑term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective‑bargaining agreement.

Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.

The role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.

Equal Opportunity Employer

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class.

RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

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