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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Mission Systems S/4HANA Wave Deployment Lead, Sr. Manager (REMOTE) - **Company:** RTX - **Location:** Raleigh, NC, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $132,400.0 - $251,600.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Agile Methodology, JIRA, Information Systems, Data Migration, Digital Technology, Microsoft Project, Primavera, Power BI, SAP (Applications), System Integration Testing, Enterprise Software Applications, Functional Dependencies, SAP S/4HANA, Tools for Reporting - **Published:** October 20, 2026 - **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/AF5EE0564FC34965B87599E2A0723676/job/ ## About the Role * Typically requires a University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 10 years prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field and a minimum of 7 years of relevant experience. * Typically requires 7 or more years of relevant experience in program management, project management, operations, manufacturing, supply chain, ERP implementation, or business transformation. * Experience coordinating complex, cross-functional projects or deployments. * Experience working with manufacturing, supply chain, operations, or enterprise systems. * Demonstrated experience in planning, organization, communication, and stakeholder management. * Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in complex and changing environments. * U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract. Qualifications We Prefer: * Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain, Information Systems, Operations, or a related field. * Experience supporting SAP or S/4HANA implementation. * Experience with ERP deployment, site readiness, cutover, or hypercare activities. * Aerospace and defense or regulated manufacturing experience. * Familiarity with manufacturing systems such as MES, PLM, warehouse management, quality systems, or other boundary applications. * Experience with Jira, Microsoft Project, Primavera, Power BI, or similar planning and reporting tools. * PMP, Agile, Prosci, SAP, or related certification. * Experience working across multiple sites, functions, or business units. ## Description The Mission Systems Wave Deployment Lead is responsible for planning, coordinating, and supporting the execution of S/4HANA deployment waves across Mission Systems. This role will serve as the primary deployment focal for assigned sites, ensuring each location is prepared for go-live through integrated planning, site readiness, business engagement, cutover coordination, and post-go-live stabilization. Reporting to Mission Systems S/4HANA Program Leadership, the Wave Deployment Lead will partner with site leaders, Business Process Leaders, Digital Technology, Collins PST deployment teams, and cross-functional stakeholders to execute deployments while minimizing disruption to business operations. This is a REMOTE role and may be based at any domestic Mission Systems location or operate fully remote. What You Will Do: Wave and Deployment Planning * Develop and maintain detailed deployment plans for assigned Mission Systems waves and sites. * Coordinate deployment activities from initial site engagement through hypercare. * Apply standardized deployment methodologies, tools, playbooks, and governance. * Integrate site activities with the broader S/4HANA program schedule. * Identify and manage cross-functional dependencies, milestones, and resource needs. Site Readiness * Lead site readiness assessments across Operations, Supply Chain, Engineering, Quality, Finance, and other impacted functions. * Partner with site leadership to identify readiness gaps and develop mitigation plans. * Track readiness milestones, actions, risks, and decisions. * Coordinate readiness reviews and support go-live entry and exit recommendations. * Ensure sites understand deployment expectations, timelines, and required deliverables. Cross-Functional Coordination * Coordinate deployment activities across: * Business process and functional teams * Data migration * System integration testing and user acceptance testing * Organizational change management * Training * Cutover * Digital Technology * Boundary applications * Site operations * Facilitate cross-functional deployment meetings and working sessions. * Escalate unresolved risks, issues, and decisions to program leadership. Cutover and Go-Live * Support the development and execution of site cutover plans. * Coordinate mock cutovers, deployment rehearsals, and readiness checkpoints. * Support command center planning and execution during go-live. * Track deployment issues, business impacts, and recovery actions. * Provide timely deployment status updates to site and program leadership. Hypercare and Stabilization * Coordinate post-go-live hypercare activities for assigned sites. * Support issue triage, prioritization, and resolution. * Track stabilization metrics and hypercare exit criteria. * Coordinate the transition from hypercare to steady-state support. * Capture lessons learned and incorporate improvements into future deployment waves. Additional Responsibilities * Maintain deployment schedules, trackers, dashboards, and status reports. * Manage deployment risks, issues, assumptions, and dependencies. * Support executive and site-level deployment communications. * Coordinate site visits, workshops, and readiness activities. * Partner with change management and training teams to support business adoption. * Ensure deployment activities follow enterprise standards and program governance. * Promote consistency while recognizing legitimate site-specific requirements.