Date Posted:
2026-11-06
Country:
United States of America
Location:
US-MD-REMOTE
Position Role Type:
Remote
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:
Secret - Current
Security Clearance Status:
Active and existing security clearance required on day 1
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.
This position is responsible for leading and coordinating Collins Mission Systems (MiS) Army Networking and Communications business development. This individual establishes and maintains contact networks at all levels and commands within the US Army requirements capabilities, development, acquisition and sustainment of US Army communications and information systems and their dependencies.
As an integral part of the Mission Operations and Data Intelligence team, the position will leverage their extensive contacts to identify customer requirements, program initiatives, cross-portfolio efficiencies, dependencies, and opportunities for Mission Systems focusing on CPE C2IN, CPE ISW, DEVCOM C5ISR, Battle Labs and Transformation, Training Command (T2COM). This position will play a pivotal role in advising on and overseeing the design of advanced enterprise solutions across our current and evolving communications solutions in order to offer solutions and pursue growth in the US Army and DoD market.
This Senior position involves collaborating across different business units, leading and advising teams in strategy sessions, and providing intimate technical knowledge of the operations of US Army communications equipment at a tactical, operational, and strategic level in order to create a cohesive strategy to develop and deliver superior communications capabilities for soldiers. The ideal candidate has tremendous interpersonal skills, collaborating with various stakeholders to ensure our solutions align with strategic business objectives and cutting-edge technological advancements. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in US Army enterprise solutions architecture, Next Generation Command and Control (NGC2) program objectives, capabilities, and characteristics, US Army Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Cyber, Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (C5ISR), requirements, experience of knowledge of AI\ML applications, acquisition, training, and sustainment communities, as well as other industry partners and academia. The ideal candidate would have first-hand operational experience with tactical and enterprise communications solutions used by the US Army.
This position can work remotely however it will be ideal to be located near one of the following locations:
- Fort Sill, OK
- Huntsville, AL
- Fort Wayne, IN
- Dallas/Fort Worth, Texas
- Aberdeen, MD
What You Will Do
- Develop and maintain extensive customer relations with senior-level customer organizations, industry colleagues, and trade associations for timely identification of US Army communication requirements and cross-portfolio synergies
- Advise and coordinate the development and implementation of customer solutions for Mission Operations and Data Intelligence (MODI) Battlefield Management Command and Control Networking (BMC2N), ensuring customer requirements are understood
- Coordinate across Mission Systems to advance collaboration, establish and implement strategies across related/assigned US Army communication customer organizations to maximize Collins’ opportunities and customer satisfaction
- Advise, coordinate development, and implementation of customer solutions of next generation fires control.
- Advise and coordinate the development and implementation of artificial intelligence and machine learning for fires control and other command and control customer solutions for Mission Operations and Data Intelligence (MODI) Battlefield Management Command and Control Networking (BMC2N), ensuring customer requirements are understood
- Leverage inter-personal relationships and customer affinity to shape requirements, acquisition strategy and decision-making processes. Interpret and communicate US Army policies, initiatives, requirements and opportunities to Mission Operations and Data Intelligence (MODI) Battlefield Management Command and Control Networking (BMC2N) leaders
- Lead and support businesses in pursuing lateral opportunities and support current programs that are critical to the company
- Establish understanding of US Army communications strategic direction and effectively correlate and communicate these customer strategies with business unit pursuit leads in support of their strategic plan and goals
- Support business unit RTX Lifecycle Program Management activities. Participate in gate reviews, color teams, competitive/market assessments, marketing plans, proposal teams, and strategic planning
- Support related trade shows and professional conferences to help educate customers on Collins Aerospace capabilities, and articulate customer requirements to Collins
- Collaborate with senior business analysts, project managers, and other high-level stakeholders across all Collins Aerospace systems to gather complex requirements, translate them into sophisticated technical solutions and integrate capabilities into a cohesive US Army communications strategy
- Facilitate close collaboration with development teams to ensure the successful delivery and seamless integration of solutions, providing expert troubleshooting support as needed
- Identify and mitigate risks associated with proposed solutions, ensuring they align with both business and US Army objectives
- Stay updated with emerging technologies and industry trends, continuously improving solution offerings and driving innovation within the team
- Foster a culture of continuous learning and development, promoting best practices and innovative thinking
- 30-40% travel is required
Qualifications You Must Have
- 10 years of prior relevant experience working with US Army customers
- Working knowledge of US Army Networking and Communications doctrine, strategies and programs, platforms, missions, and systems as well as their employment in battlefield situations
- Recent experience working with the US Army; the ideal candidate would possess insights, experience, qualifications and technical expertise equivalent to Chief Warrant Officer 04, Chief Warrant Officer 05, Lieutenant Colonel, Colonel or GS-15
- Experience / Knowledge of the DoD processes for requirements development/approval, developing capability solutions, budgeting, and acquisition
- Experience with classified information handling protocols and regulations, ensuring compliance with all relevant standards.
- Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 10 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 10 years of experience
- Active and transferable U.S. government issued Secret Security Clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance
Qualifications We Prefer
- 5+ years of experience in US Army networking and communications operations, communications acquisition, test & evaluation; C5ISR or Transformation, Training Command (T2COM) is highly desired
- Previous experience as a Senior Signal Officer, Senior Signal Warrant Officer, or Senior Signal Advisor
- Previous Leadership Experience
- Strategic/critical thinking skills, creativity, problem-solving, debate, challenging customer thinking, and fact-based analysis of alternatives are required
- Knowledge of Foreign Military Sales (FMS) and Army Contracting Command (ACC) procedures and business rules
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required; ability to brief large audiences and senior officials with confidence and poise is required
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!
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.
Remote: Employees who are working in Remote roles will work primarily offsite (from home). An employee may be expected to travel to the site location as needed.
*Position is remote; however, if you live within a reasonable commute of a Collins site with other colleagues you interact with, your manager will discuss whether there is a degree of onsite presence associated with this role.
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.
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 or remote.
The salary range for this role is 132,400 USD - 251,600 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. 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.
Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, 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, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.
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.
This 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.
RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.
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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