Associate Director, Proposal Management (Remote)

Date Posted:

2026-10-22

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-NC-REMOTE

Position Role Type:

Remote

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access certain necessary systems.

Security Clearance Type:

None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status:

Not Required

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.

The Associate Director, Proposal Management leads a team of global Proposal Managers within CE&S, supporting Collins Aerospace’s Sales and Business Development teams. This role guides a multi‑layered team responsible for delivering high‑quality, timely, and compliant commercial proposals for global customers.

The leader drives proposal process harmonization, organizational efficiency, and strategic alignment across a complex global environment. Strong people leadership, cross‑functional collaboration, and disciplined execution are critical for success in this leadership role.

What You Will Do

• Lead and develop frontline leaders and their teams within the Proposal Management organization
• Establish consistent global processes, standards, tools, and best practices for commercial proposal development
• Drive proposal delivery excellence, ensuring proposals are completed on time, with high quality, and aligned to customer and business requirements
• Reduce proposal turnaround time through process simplification, workflow improvements, and proactive issue resolution
• Define, track, and report proposal quality and efficiency metrics; use insights to continuously improve performance
• Address operational challenges and remove barriers to proposal delivery across functions and regions
• Partner closely with Pricing, Sales, Business Development, Engineering, and Contracts to ensure proposals are competitive, compliant, and complete
• Provide oversight, guidance, and strategic review for complex, high‑visibility, or strategic customer proposals
• Lead process improvement initiatives to advance organizational capability, scalability, and alignment with CE&S strategy
• 10-15% domestic or international travel may be required

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
• Experience in proposal management, business development, sales, or related commercial disciplines
• Demonstrated people leadership experience, including developing leaders and managing multi‑level teams
• Proven experience improving business processes or workflows
• Experience working cross‑functionally with Pricing, Engineering, Sales/BD, and Contracts
• Proficiency with Salesforce, proposal tools, and standard proposal development processes

Qualifications We Prefer

• Capture or customer engagement experience
• Pricing experience and familiarity with terms & conditions
• Experience writing, reviewing, or overseeing commercial proposals
• Demonstrated ability to drive organizational change, process improvement, and operational excellence
• Experience with FAR/DFARS or aerospace/defense contracting practices.
• Strong, engaging people leader capable of developing leadership talent and building a high‑performance culture
• Execution‑focused, with a track record of delivering results and improving operational performance

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!​

*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.

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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 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 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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