Maintenance Manager (Onsite)

Collins Aerospace; City of Rome (NY); On-site; USD 108,000 - 205,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vacation benefit

401(k) match

Job summary

Collins Aerospace is hiring a Maintenance Manager to lead the maintenance team, oversee PM planning, and drive reliability across facility and production equipment. You will manage eMaint CMMS, coordinate technicians and contractors, and push continuous improvement while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.

The role requires strong leadership, a mechanical/electrical/automation background, and the ability to analyze performance data for RCCA actions and long‑term solutions.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree with minimum 5 years of experience
• Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and automation systems
• Proficiency with eMaint CMMS and maintenance data analysis tools
• In‑depth understanding of LOTO and OSHA regulations
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem‑solving skills

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop maintenance technicians to ensure technical competency and safety culture
• Manage scheduling, assign daily work, and oversee contractor performance
• Oversee preventive maintenance planning, PM programs, and maintenance history
• Lead RCCA activities for high‑impact downtime and recurring issues
• Ensure compliance with electrical safety, LOTO, and OSHA requirements
• Track and report maintenance metrics and drive data‑driven improvements

Skills

Mechanical systems

Electrical systems

Automation systems

Leadership

Problem solving

Education

University Degree

Advanced Degree

Tools

eMaint CMMS

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-09-24

Country: United States of America

Location: US-NY-ROME-104 ~ 104 Otis St ~ OTIS

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 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.

Maintenance Manager is responsible for leading and developing the maintenance team, including technicians and contractors, to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operation of all facility and production equipment. This role owns the eMaint CMMS, oversees preventive maintenance (PM) planning and execution, drives reliability engineering initiatives, ensures compliance with electrical safety and LOTO programs, and leads RCCA activities for high‑impact downtime and recurring failures. The Maintenance Manager promotes a proactive maintenance culture focused on safety, uptime, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Team Management

• Lead, mentor, and develop maintenance technicians to ensure technical competency, engagement, and a strong safety culture.
• Assign daily work, manage scheduling, and oversee contractor performance and compliance.
• Foster teamwork, accountability, and clear communication across maintenance and operations.

Maintenance Operations

• Administer and optimize the eMaint CMMS, ensuring accurate asset data, PM schedules, work order management, and maintenance history.
• Develop, implement, and continuously improve preventive maintenance (PM) programs.
• Plan, schedule, and execute maintenance activities to reduce equipment downtime and maximize availability.
• Oversee spare parts inventory management, procurement, and cost control.

Reliability Engineering & Problem Solving

• Analyze equipment performance, failure trends, and maintenance data to drive reliability improvements.
• Lead and perform Root Cause and Corrective Action (RCCA) for high‑impact downtime events, chronic failures, or recurring issues.
• Partner with engineering and operations to implement corrective actions and long‑term solutions.
• Support capital projects, equipment upgrades, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Safety, Compliance & Regulatory Requirements

• Manage and enforce the facility’s electrical safety program, including NFPA 70E compliance, training, and PPE requirements.
• Oversee Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) program compliance through procedure development, auditing, and ongoing training.
• Ensure all maintenance activities comply with OSHA requirements and site EHS policies.
• Promote hazard identification, risk mitigation, and a proactive safety culture within the maintenance team.

Metrics, Reporting & Continuous Improvement

• Track, analyze, and report key maintenance metrics, including:
  • PM completion rate
  • Work order backlog and aging
  • Mean Time Between Failure (MTBF)
  • Mean Time To Repair (MTTR)
  • Equipment uptime and availability
  • Maintenance labor utilization
  • Contractor performance
  • Maintenance costs vs. budget
• Use data‑driven insights to identify improvement opportunities and strengthen reliability.
• Present performance metrics to leadership and champion continuous improvement using lean methodologies and reliability tools.

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
• Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and automation systems.
• Proficiency with eMaint CMMS and maintenance data analysis tools.
• In‑depth understanding of LOTO, electrical safety programs, and OSHA regulations.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and drive sustained improvement across maintenance operations.

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 illnessinsurance, 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!

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.

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.

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.

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.