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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.
This role is part of the Collins Aerospace Advanced Operations Engineering organization. This role will lead cross functional initiatives that modernize operations through Industry 4.0, Advanced Manufacturing technologies, digital solutions, and data- driven decision making. In this role, you will partner across Collins to advance operational capability, drive productivity, and deliver measurable cost savings through process improvements and technology enabled transformation. You will be responsible for project planning and execution of scope, schedule, cost, and customer satisfaction. The ideal candidate is a proactive leader with experience in manufacturing environments, enthusiasm for advancing Collins’ Operations capabilities, and a demonstrated ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
This role is hybrid, typically requiring 2–4 days per week onsite, and can be based in either Cedar Rapids, IA or Melbourne, FL. There is a slight preference for candidates who are open to being onsite full time. While Cedar Rapids and Melbourne are our preferred locations, we are open to considering other Collins sites that this position regularly interacts with. This role may also be eligible for relocation assistance.
What You Will Do
Lead cross-functional teams through operations modernization projects to ensure alignment with Operations, program and organizational objectives
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Drive productivity improvements that lead to quantifiable cost savings and enhanced operational performance
Lead projects from initiation through completion, including customer interface, requirements alignment, schedule execution and management, risks and opportunities mitigation, and benefit realization tracking
Operate in alignment with the RTX Enterprise Project Management (REPM) framework to ensure disciplined program execution, risk management, and governance
Communicate effectively with Operations and executive leadership, providing clarity on project priorities, risks, and progress
Use data to generate insights, guide strategic decision making, and strengthen operational awareness.
Influence and lead change across a matrixed organization, building consensus and accelerating adoption of new technologies
Travel up to 25%, including potential extended assignments for key business activities
What You Will Learn
You will manage projects and provide reliable solutions to customers, enabling them to make informed decisions in their product area
You will obtain invaluable experience working with our I4.0 subject matter experts in addition to operations business process owners, customer base, and cross-functional teams
You will gain technical leadership experience, mentorship opportunities, and exposure to real-world situations that will help advance your career
Qualifications You Must Have
Typically requires a University Degree and a minimum of 8 years prior relevant experience; or an advanced degree and a minimum of 5 years of experience
Project or program management experience in a manufacturing operations environment
Qualifications We Prefer
PMP certification
Experience leading challenging projects, navigating adversity, and driving alignment in complex or ambiguous situations
Communication skills with experience presenting summarized performance to executive stakeholders and leading cross functional decision forums
Demonstrated ability to work effectively both vertically and horizontally across a large organization
Proven capability to take initiative, provide direction, and drive initiatives to completion
Experience working cross functionally and ability to influence and drive change across a matrixed enterprise
Experience in developing and executing change management processes that drive adoption and benefits realization
Experience developing and executing executive level presentations
Experience in a high mix, low volume manufacturing environment
Understanding of the Collins RTX Lifecycle Program Management (RLMP) or similar gated approval process for programs
What We Offer
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!
Learn More & Apply Now!
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.
The next chapter of our future as an aerospace company is here, and we are excited about what this means for our employees and customers! Get onboard the Collins Aerospace Operations team and play a part in managing our innovative products from inception to delivery. The Operations team continues to grow and aims to strengthen the connection of Manufacturing Operations, Supply Chain and Environment, Health & Safety (EH&S) across Collins Aerospace. In this dynamic environment, you will have the opportunity to network across our businesses and functions, all while improving the productivity, quality and efficiency of our operations worldwide.
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.
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.
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.
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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RTX is a global aerospace and defense company that develops advanced technologies and systems for commercial, military, and government customers through its three business units: Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon.
