Associate Director, Program Manager Assured Position, Navigation, and Timing (APNT)

Job Description Date Posted:

2026-03-27

Country:

United States of America Location:

US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-121

~ 350 Collins Rd NE ~

BLDG 121

Position Role Type:

Onsite U.S. Citizen, U.S.

Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Security Clearance Type:

DoD Clearance:

Secret Security Clearance Status:

Active and existing security clearance required after day 1 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 Associate Director of Program Management for Assured Position, Navigation, and Timing (A-PNT) leads a portfolio of programs with a strong focus on driving customer demand, expanding mission adoption, and delivering resilient PNT solutions. This role is responsible for aligning program execution with evolving customer needs, identifying growth opportunities, and translating operational requirements into scalable, high-impact capabilities for contested and degraded environments. The Associate Director works closely with government stakeholders, technical leaders, and cross-functional teams to shape customer engagement strategies, influence requirements, and position A-PNT capabilities to meet emerging mission challenges. In addition to overseeing program performance, schedule, risk, and financial objectives, this role plays a critical part in advancing market adoption, strengthening customer relationships, and ensuring solutions deliver measurable mission value. Your Responsibilities Lead and oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of A-PNT programs across multiple projects and teams. Leads Department of War (DOW) and prime contract pursuit activities for competitive and sole-sources activities Lead the negotiation of contracts and contractual changes, including business plans, proposal work statements, operation budgets, specifications, and financial conditions of contracts to ensure legal compliance and protect Collins' interests Develop and implement portfolio management strategies that align with organizational and customer objectives Coordinate with engineering, research, and operational teams to ensure technical milestones and program deliverables are achieved Manage program budgets, schedules, and resource allocation to ensure efficient and successful program execution Identify, assess, and mitigate program risks while maintaining compliance with contractual and regulatory requirements Serve as a primary liaison with government sponsors, partners, and stakeholders, ensuring clear communication of program status, risks, and opportunities Mentor and guide program managers and project teams to strengthen program execution and leadership capability Ensure programs adhere to security, safety, and quality standards applicable to advanced navigation and timing systems What 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! Job Details Function Corporate Sub-Function Project Management Work Type onsite Contract Full-Time Location Cedar Rapids, United States Job

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