Date Posted:2024-03-21Country:United States of AmericaLocation:01: Building 01 Windsor Locks One Hamilton Road, Windsor Locks, CT, 06096 USAPosition Role Type:HybridCollins Aerospace and the Value Stream Services (VSS) Department is currently searching for a Manager of Proposal Management to join our organization, working across the various Value Stream s across the Mission Systems Business. This position will be a working leader position (direct charge ≥ 50% of their working time). This position would preferably be hybrid, based out of Windsor Locks, CT or Houston, TX. Less preferably, this position could be remote. Emphasis of this position will be focused on leading a matrixed team of Proposal Managers , as well as focus ing on supporting the program teams with pursuit and proposal activities. In addition, management of portions of customer interaction/action item reporting, subcontract management support, customer deliverable management, and risk and opportunity management . This position coordinates activities across the Mission Systems shared services business model and requires collaborative working relationships with Operations, Engineering, Manufacturing, Sales, Contracts, Supply Chain, Quality, and IPP&C (Finance) points of contact in various instances of onsite, hybrid, and remote environments. It is an excellent opportunity to build leader ship and networking skills. The leader will interface with various departments and organizations throughout Mission Systems and will be expected to understand VSL tools and processes in support of their teams. Primary Responsibilities:
Manage a team of proposal management professionals and cooperatively determine objectives and approaches to completing work. This responsibility requires knowledge and experience of working proposals start to finish.
Sets objectives and guides team on execution/approach for achievement of result.
Understands and explains policies, practices, and procedures and may influence others. Also responsible for making moderate to significant improvements of processes, systems, or products to enhance performance of work area.
Prepare and m anage proposal efforts within budget.
Develop compliant bid/proposals in response to customer requests for procurement (RFP).
Supports the execution of projects and programs by interacting with internal stakeholders at varying levels.
Cultivates and maintains relationships with internal VSL customers through proactive and continual communication.
Develops and administers individual schedules and performance requirements. Supports and assists staff with complex and difficult projects to ensure quality work completion and resolves issues as needed.
Responsible for workforce planning to ensure the efficient operation of the function. Oversees staffing, development, performance management/evaluation, diversity, health/safety, and employee relations. Leads 10-14 individual contributors.
Ensures the assignment of staff is appropriate to meet the needs of VSL. Provides on-the-job training and coaching to staff; focuses on the effectiveness of the overall team in meeting diverse support needs; adapts and re-allocates assignments to enhance the performance of the group.
Conducting proposal kick-off meetings and progress/status meetings to maintain the proposal schedule.
Compiling and formatting the proposal document; including writing and editing sections.
Manage RFI response process and prepare RFI for submittal.
Participate in proposal negotiations.
Conduct After Action Review following completion of the proposal to identify and document process turnbacks and lessons learned.
Basic Qualifications:
Prior Risk Management experience .
Must have Proposal Management experience .
Strong background in the development of competitive proposals from pre-RFP requirements definition through award of contract, to include managing support for fact-finding, Requests for Information (RFIs), negotiation, and sweep .
Prior external customer support/interface experience .
Experience working in a matrix environment .
Typically requires University Degree and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience or in absence of a degree, 12 years of relevant experience
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.
Preferred Qualifications:
Prior supervisory experience of teams of 10+.
Knowledge and application of Collins Management System (CMS).
Some travel may be required.
Previous B id M a ster W eb (BMW) t ool exper tise.
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.
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.
WE ARE REDEFINING AEROSPACE.
Please ensure the role type (defined below) is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role.
Hybrid: Employees who are working in Hybrid roles will work regularly both onsite and offsite. Ratio of time working onsite will be determined in partnership with your leader.
Regardless of your role type, collaboration and innovation are critical to our business and all employees will have access to digital tools so they can work with colleagues around the world – and access to Collins sites when their work requires in-person meetings.
Some of our competitive benefits package includes:
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!
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.
The salary range for this role is 96,000 USD - 200,000 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/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class. Privacy Policy and Terms:Click on this link (http://www.rtx.com/privacy/Job-Applicant-Privacy-Notice) to read the Policy and Terms Raytheon Technologies is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.
