[Hiring] Program Manager @RTX

Role Description

The Finance Leadership Development Program (FLDP) Program Manager is responsible for overseeing the day‑to‑day execution of the FLDP and leading the early‑career rotational pipeline for the Finance function. Key responsibilities include:

• Developing and executing a comprehensive recruiting strategy.
• Coordinating and enhancing the functional learning and development curriculum.
• Facilitating job rotations and off‑program placements.
• Managing the performance development process.
• Partnering closely with FLDP Program Partners, the Enterprise LDP Program Management Office, other functional LDP Program Managers, and the Learning & Talent Development teams to design and implement improvements.

This position offers an exciting opportunity to gain management experience by:

• Independently leading a cohort of 60 FLDPs.
• Taking ownership of a large, highly visible program.
• Developing innovative solutions.
• Building presentation and facilitation skills through teaching.
• Engaging with finance leaders across the organization.
• Contributing to the cross‑functional LDP program management team.

• Collaborating with FLDP Program Partners to effectively manage processes related to talent acquisition, career development, performance management, salary planning, domestic rotation coordination, off-program placement, and ongoing alumni engagement.
• Performing collaborative coaching conversations with program participants and assignment managers.
• Monitoring rotation quality through proactive communication with participants, assignment managers, and Program Partners.
• Planning, leading, and overseeing functional training sessions, including contributing to learning module development, engaging functional leaders and alumni in training and events, evaluating training impact, and continuously evolving learning to meet critical business needs.
• Defining and tracking key performance indicators, including retention, promotion velocity, placement outcomes, engagement, and hiring quality.
• Developing executive dashboards and quarterly business reviews to communicate program effectiveness.
• Using data analysis to generate actionable insights for HR and Finance leadership.
• Continuously analyzing program effectiveness and recommending improvements related to rotation assignments, off-program placement, and learning and talent development.
• Managing the program budget, including forecasting and reporting spend.
• Supporting onsite delivery of multi-day program events at major company locations (up to 35% travel).

Qualifications

• Typically requires a bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 10 years prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field and a minimum of 7 years of experience.
• Experience in program management, including planning, execution, evaluation, and budget management (forecasting and expenditure reporting).
• Experience leveraging data and metrics to assess program effectiveness, measure outcomes, and inform decision-making.
• Experience partnering across functions and businesses, facilitating discussions, presenting effectively, and communicating with executive stakeholders.
• Experience in Finance, Learning & Talent Development, Program Execution, and/or related functions, with demonstrated ability to drive cross-functional programs and business outcomes.

Requirements

• Prior experience with Leadership Development Programs as a participant, supervisor, mentor, or through designing and facilitating learning and talent development initiatives.
• Experience working within the Finance organization and partnering with senior executives, with strong business acumen and organizational decision-making skills.
• Passion for developing early career talent and driving impactful talent development outcomes.
• Experience leading change management initiatives and influencing adoption across stakeholder groups.
• CORE Professional or Expert Certification, with demonstrated creative problem-solving skills and a track record of delivering effective solutions.

Benefits

• 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 including 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.