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Date Posted: 2026-02-17 Country: United States of America Location: US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-193 ~ 1120 Collins Rd NE ~ BLDG193 Position Role Type: Hybrid 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.u200bU.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 customersu2019 toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market. Collins is seeking a Business Development Associate Director to lead the Momentum Business Development team. This leader will manage a team of experienced BD professionals and is responsible for developing and executing strategies to grow scope and value within existing programs, product lines, and customer segments, while selectively capturing new profitable opportunities in domestic and international markets. The position reports to the BD leader for Momentum & Mission Critical and requires strong experience leading teams, engaging aerospace and defense customers, and translating customer insight into accurate, actionable forecasts. Close collaboration with program and functional teams is essential to align priorities and execute across multiple value streams. Position can be located near the following Collins Aerospace site locations: Cedar Rapids IA, Richardson TX, El Segundo CA, DC area; however, will consider 100% Remote for exceptional candidates. What You Will Do + Directs all business development activities and ensures robust execution of Pursuit-to-Start-up processes. This includes at a minimum: capture strategies, gate reviews, win strategies, competitive intelligence, price to win, customer relationship management, proposal development + Leads a mid-size BD team to successfully achieve Momentum portfolio objectives, including employee development/mentoring on all aspects of the business development function + Responsible for prioritization, planning, and execution of New Business Investment (or discretionary) budgets related to the Momentum portfolio + Participates as a key leader in the triad (PM, Eng, BD) for the Momentum organization + Provides strategic leadership for customer relationship management for current programs + Leads senior level engagements across external and internal customer sets + Leads government relations or congressional efforts for the Momentum portfolio + Travel up to 25% may be required (both domestic and international) Qualifications You Must Have + Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 12 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 10 years of 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 + Strong understanding and experience of defense acquisition across US and international customers including requirements generation, the Planning, Programming, Budgeting and Execution (PPBE) process, and Foreign Military Sales (FMS) processes + Expert knowledge in all functional aspects of business development + Proven leadership across multiple echelons of organizations in both direct and indirect applications + Detailed understanding and experience with new business capture processes for pursuits greater than $50M Qualifications We Prefer + Candidates should have a strong understanding and experience of defense acquisition across the U.S. Department of War and international customers including requirements generation, the Planning, Programming, Budgeting and Execution (PPBE) process, and Foreign Military Sales (FMS) processes + Candidate should have a strong foundation of program management processes, production programs, demand planning and SIOP (Sales, Inventory & Operations Planning) What We Offer u200b + Medical, dental, and vision insurance u200b + Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees u200b + Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option u200b + Tuition reimbursement program u200b + Student Loan Repayment Program u200b + Life insurance and disability coverage u200b + Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance,critical illnessinsurance, group legal, ID theft protection u200b + Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits u200b + Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning u200b + Adoption Assistance u200b + Autism Benefit u200b + Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions u200b + Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program u200b + Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits u200b + Bright Horizons, child and elder care services u200b + Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program u200b + And more Learn More & Apply Now u200b 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 u2014 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, youu2019ll 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. u200b Please ensure the role type (defined below) is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role. u200b 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. u200b At Collins, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibility. And the bonds we form u2013 with our customers and with each other -- propel us all higher, again and again. u200b u200b Apply now and be part of the team thatu2019s 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 157,200 USD - 298,800 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 candidateu2019s 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 companyu2019s 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 Veteransu2019 Readjustment Assistance Act._ Privacy Policy and Terms: Click on this link ( to read the Policy and TermsRaytheon 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.