Senior Program Manager, Compute & Production IPT (Onsite)

Date Posted:
2026-10-20


Country:
United States of America


Location:
US-FL-LARGO-382SS ~ 7887 Bryan Dairy Rd. ~ BLDG 100


Position Role Type:
Onsite


U.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: Secret


Security Clearance Status:
Active and existing security clearance required on day 1
Collins Aerospace is seeking a Senior Program Manager, Compute & Production Integrated Product Team (IPT) Lead to oversee hardware development and production delivery for a major U.S. Navy program. This position carries direct accountability for the IPT’s technical performance, financial results, schedule, and contractual commitments, with a strong focus on modified commercial equipment and internal production activities. You will lead the coordination of engineering development, vendor hardware, and manufacturing execution, balancing technical challenges with the cost and schedule demands of a complex defense program.
In this role, you will guide geographically dispersed, cross-functional teams through program execution, using Agile development practices and Earned Value Management to track performance, manage risks, and keep deliveries on course. You will partner with functional leaders to align resources and technical expertise with program priorities while providing leadership with clear visibility into progress, financial forecasts, and emerging challenges. Beyond day-to-day execution, you will contribute to program strategy and business planning, combining hands-on delivery leadership with meaningful influence over the technical and operational outcomes of a major Navy program.
This position is required to work onsite at our Largo, FL location with the ability to travel up to 15% of the time.
What You Will Do:
Lead all phases of execution for the Compute & Production IPT, ensuring delivery against contractual commitments, technical requirements, program schedules, and budgets
Direct cross-functional teams responsible for engineering development, vendor hardware activities, and internal production to achieve program milestones and delivery commitments
Manage IPT financial and schedule performance using Earned Value Management (EVM), identifying variances, evaluating risks, and implementing corrective actions to maintain program performance
Apply Agile development methodologies and planning practices to coordinate activities, manage priorities, and support iterative product delivery
Identify and resolve technical, operational, and program execution challenges while developing solutions that improve performance and deliver value to the customer and business
Develop and present program plans, performance updates, financial status, and risk and opportunity assessments to program and business leadership
Prepare and maintain IPT Estimates at Completion (EACs), providing accurate financial forecasts and performance inputs for program management reviews and business planning
Partner with functional leadership to identify staffing needs, align technical expertise, and coordinate resources across geographically dispersed teams to support program execution
Contribute to program strategy, business planning, and execution priorities, helping align IPT activities with broader program and organizational objectives
Qualifications You Must Have:
Typically requires a University Degree and a minimum of 10 years of prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field and a minimum of 7 years of relevant experience.
Experience leading engineering development and vendor hardware development activities, including managing production deliveries
Demonstrated experience leading all phases of program execution, including managing program plans, schedules, budgets, and contractual commitments
Experience with Earned Value Management (EVM) and Profit & Loss (P&L) management
Experience in customer-facing program leadership roles, with strong written, verbal, and presentation skills
Experience leading teams of more than 20 people and managing programs valued at $30 million or more
Ability to travel up to 15% for customer, company, and program-related activities
Active and transferable U.S. government-issued Secret security clearance required prior to start date, with the ability to obtain a Top Secret security clearance
U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance
Qualifications We Prefer
Experience supporting Nuclear Command and Control (NC3) programs, including STRATCOM, E-4B, E-6B, or other strategic defense initiatives
Experience developing voice communication systems, including intercom, Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP), or NC3-related technologies
Experience leading large, classified defense programs or Integrated Product Teams (IPTs)
Demonstrated ability to build, lead, and develop cross-functional teams
Strong background in program management and operational execution, with the ability to manage complex technical, financial, and delivery requirements
Strategic planning experience and strong business acumen, including the ability to align program execution with broader business priorities
Active U.S. government-issued Top Secret security clearance
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!
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Learn More & Apply Now!​
Do you want to be a part of something bigger? A team whose impact stretches across the world, and even beyond? At Collins Aerospace, our Mission Systems team helps civilian, military and government customers complete their most complex missions — whatever and wherever they may be. Our customers depend on us for intelligent and secure communications, missionized systems for specialized aircraft and spacecraft and collaborative space solutions. By joining our team, you’ll have your own critical part to play in ensuring our customer succeeds today while anticipating their needs for tomorrow. Are you up for the challenge? Join our mission today. ​
*Please ensure the role type (defined below) is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role. ​
Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products​
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At Collins, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibility. And the bonds we form – with our customers and with each other -- propel us all higher, again and again. ​
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Apply now and be part of the team that’s redefining aerospace, every day.
As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid o