Continuous Improvement Specialist - CORE Operating System (Onsite)

Collins Aerospace; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 108,000 - 205,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

3 weeks vacation

Job summary

Collins Aerospace in Melbourne, FL is seeking a Continuous Improvement Specialist- CORE Operational System to lead the Operations team in maturing the CORE OS and delivering measurable improvements for customers, employees, and shareholders.

You will implement lean manufacturing methods across office, engineering, and factory operations, drive KPI improvements, and partner with cross-functional teams to realize ongoing process improvements.

Qualifications

• University degree required; advanced degree preferred with years experience.
• 5+ years in a continuous improvement role.
• Ability to travel 15% of the time.
• U.S. Citizen – access to restricted systems is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead the continuous improvement plan across Melbourne Operations.
• Mentor, coach and train teams to deploy CORE tools.
• Plan and execute CORE Operating System implementation.
• Improve processes to ensure quality and on-time delivery and KPI growth.
• Utilize tools to reduce cost/spend and improve productivity.
• Define shop floor management strategies (Visual Management, Cell Design, Material Flow).
• Navigate IT systems (SharePoint and web content delivery).
• Lead strategic projects and policy deployment initiatives.
• Act as a culture champion and change agent.

Skills

Continuous improvement

Lean manufacturing

Project leadership

Cross-functional teamwork

Travel readiness

Education

University degree

Advanced degree

Tools

SharePoint

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-09-11
Country: United States of America
Location: US-FL-MELBOURNE-307 ~ 1100 W Hibiscus Blvd ~ BLDG 307
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 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.

CORE is the Raytheon Technologies continuous improvement operating system aligning all major elements of the business and its processes to work together as a harmonious system.

As a Continuous Improvement Specialist- CORE Operational System, you would lead the Operations team through developing and executing the continuous improvement plan to mature our operating system and deliver meaningful results to benefit our customers, employees, and shareholders. We are looking for a strong individual with a background in implementing continuous improvement and lean manufacturing methodologies across office, engineering, and factory operations. This position is based in our Melbourne, FL facility.

What You Will Do:

• Facilitate events/activities to deliver tailored value to our customers and positively affect KPI.
• Mentor, Coach and/or Train teams to develop an understanding of and engagement with the CORE tools empowering them to become self-sufficient in deploying effective continuous improvement plans.
• Plan, lead and execute the implementation of the CORE Operating System across Melbourne Operations.
• Improve processes to enable Quality and On-time delivery to our customers and drive KPI improvement to support profit growth.
• Use tools to improve cost/spend, including productivity/efficiency in Business / Manufacturing processes.
• Define and coordinate implementation of shop floor management strategy including but not limited to Visual Management, Cell Design, Material Flow
• Navigate IT Systems (SharePoint, web-based content delivery, etc.).
• Lead strategic projects / events as needed including annual goal alignment / policy deployment and macro plan.
• Act as a culture champion and change agent.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience or in absence of a degree, 12 years of relevant experience.
• 5+ years of experience in a continuous improvement position.
• Ability to travel 15% of the time.
• U.S. Citizen - U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access certain necessary systems or sites.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Lean Practitioner.
• Lean blackbelt certification
• Effective presentation skills.
• Proven success driving tangible process improvements in both Business and Manufacturing Processes.
• Proven success leading cross-functional teams.
• Deep knowledge of Lean Manufacturing practices (TPS based), Business Process Improvement.

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.
• Employee Scholar Program, tuition reimbursement program
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Optional coverages you can buy: Pet Insurance, Home and Auto, additional life insurance, accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal.
• Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
• Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 5 free counseling sessions.
• Incentives for a Healthy You
• Bright Horizons, back-up child / elder care and college coach resources
• Autism Benefit
• Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits
• Adoption Assistance
• Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program
• And more!

Operations, Supply Chain and EH&S:

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.

Collins Aerospace, a RTX company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio and expertise to solve customers’ toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market.

WE ARE REDEFINING AEROSPACE.

Please ensure the role type defined below is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role. This position is classified as:

Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products. Regardless of your role type, collaboration and innovation are critical to our business and all employees will have access to digital tools so they can work with colleagues around the world – and access to Collins sites when their work requires in-person meetings.

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 107,500 USD - 204,500 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.