Overview
Joining Collins Aerospace isn’t just about finding a job; it’s about embarking on a journey to redefine the future of aerospace technology. The Senior Operations Manager will play a pivotal role in ensuring the seamless operation of manufacturing, driving quality excellence, operational efficiency, and continuous improvement initiatives. This position offers an exciting opportunity to lead strategic initiatives, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and foster a culture of innovation within our organization.
Location: A06: York - Aerospace 2800 Division Avenue, York, NE, 68467 USA
Date Posted: 2025-09-03
Country: United States of America
Position Role Type: Onsite
U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.
Security Clearance: None/Not Required
Eligibility: This 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.
What You Will Do
* Lead and help oversee all plant operations, including production, and workforce management.
* Quality Management: Manage and ensure all quality-related aspects are completed and documented to meet established quality standards.
* SIOP: Lead Sales, Inventory, Operations, & Planning cycles to meet planned financial commitments and optimize inventory management processes.
* NPI: Support manufacturing and transition build plans for NPIs, ensuring smooth and successful transitions.
* Leadership & Communication: Lead Tier management meetings and Gemba/walkabout review processes to foster a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
* Cost Reduction & Process Improvement: Drive cost reduction efforts and process improvements to enhance operational efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
* Scheduling & Sequencing: Lead scheduling and sequencing of work to ensure adherence to production schedules and optimal resource utilization.
* Materials & Logistics Management: Head materials and logistics problem resolution to ensure availability of materials and smooth operations.
* Performance Management: Establish performance objectives and lead manufacturing site performance and productivity initiatives.
* Production Innovation: Lead/Support production innovation initiatives, to enhance production capabilities and drive competitive advantage.
* Customer Partnership: Partner with customers to understand their needs and issues, ensuring the delivery of satisfactory service standards.
* Work Transfer: Lead/Support make-to-make and make-to-buy or buy-to-make work transfer efforts as necessary to optimize operations.
* Leadership Development: Coach, mentor, and develop leaders, fostering a culture of continuous learning and succession planning within the team.
Qualifications You Must Have
* Typically requires University Degree and minimum 10 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 7 years of experience
Qualifications We Prefer
* Aerospace and/or manufacturing experience preferred.
* Continuous Improvement/Operational Excellence background preferred.
* Prior site leadership experience preferred.
* Experience with inventory practices, production processes, quality control, costs, process improvement, and other lean techniques for maximizing the effectiveness of operations.
* Experience/certifications with the implementation of Lean/Six sigma initiatives.
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!
Eligible for relocation
Compliance & Company Statement
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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