Operations Manager (onsite)

Collins Aerospace; City of Rome (NY); On-site; USD 132,000 - 252,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Vacation and paid time off

401(k) match and retirement benefits

Tuition program

Job summary

Collins Aerospace is seeking an Operations Manager responsible for end-to-end manufacturing execution within a defined area. You will lead shop-floor performance, align with the Master Production Schedule, and drive safety, quality, delivery, and cost goals.

This role collaborates across Manufacturing, SIOP, Supply Chain, Quality, EH&S, and Security, developing risk plans, mentoring supervisors, and promoting Lean continuous improvement. Travel up to 15% may be required.

Qualifications

• University degree and 10+ years in manufacturing leadership.
• U.S. citizenship required to access program.
• 5+ years leadership in manufacturing.
• Experience with production planning, KPI management, ERP/MRP.

Responsibilities

• Own shop-floor execution, including production order management and flow stabilization.
• Drive adherence to the Master Production Schedule (MPS) and escalate risks.
• Monitor daily performance and implement corrective actions to close gaps.
• Serve as the operational focal for risk identification and recovery planning.
• Ensure accurate labor planning and cross-training effectiveness.
• Manage and develop production supervisors and operators.
• Set expectations for operating discipline across employees.
• Drive continuous improvement, lean initiatives, and productivity.

Skills

Manufacturing leadership

Production planning

KPI management

Lean

Six Sigma

Education

University degree

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

SAP

Solumina

Kinaxis

Pelico

Tableau

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-10-19

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.

The Operations Manager is accountable for end‑to‑end operational execution within a defined manufacturing area, product line, or operational segment. This role ensures safe, predictable, efficient delivery of products by managing daily shop‑floor performance, driving adherence to standard operating models, enabling cross‑functional alignment, and escalating risks that threaten customer commitments.

The position integrates Manufacturing, SIOP, Supply Chain, Quality, EH&S, and Security inputs to deliver against safety, quality, delivery, cost, and inventory goals while reinforcing enterprise-wide governance, standardized processes, and operational discipline.

What You Will Do

• Own shop‑floor execution, including production order management, flow stabilization, constraint resolution, and readiness to meet customer delivery commitments.
• Drive adherence to the Master Production Schedule (MPS), resolve barriers impacting throughput, and elevate systemic risks per tier‑meeting governance.
• Monitor daily SQDCP performance and execute corrective actions to close gaps in schedule, quality, or cost.
• Serve as the operational focal for risk identification, recovery plan development, and consolidation of cross‑functional inputs for delivery performance.
• Ensure accurate labor planning, cross‑training effectiveness, and utilization of capacity assumptions owned by Manufacturing and SIOP.
• Manage and develop production supervisors, operators, and support personnel.
• Set clear expectations for operating discipline across hourly and salaried employees.
• Drive continuous improvement, including process optimization, waste reduction, and productivity enhancements (Lean, Six Sigma, etc.).
• Support budgeting, cost control, and resource planning for the site.
• Lead by example, promoting a culture of accountability, collaboration, and operational excellence.
• Support Manufacturing Process Reviews, control plan updates, and yield improvement initiatives as required.
• Reduce overdue, aged WIP, trapped inventory, and other drivers of working capital inefficiency.
• Must be willing and able to travel up to 15% of the time

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 10 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 7 years of experience
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract
• 5+ years of manufacturing leadership experience, preferably in .
• 3+ years experience with production planning, KPI management, and manufacturing systems (ERP/MRP).
• 2+ years experience with Lean, CORE, Six Sigma, and structured problem‑solving methodologies.
• Ability to interpret capacity plans, schedules, cost models, and performance dashboards.
• Ability to influence without authority in a matrixed organization.
• Ability to communicate to all levels of the organization

Qualifications We Prefer

• Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing, Engineering, Operations Management, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Experience with machining or precision manufacturing
• Experience with equipment, workflow, and quality requirements
• Understanding of ERP/MRP/MES systems (SAP, Solumina, Kinaxis, Pelico, Tableau)

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.

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.

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 132,400 USD - 251,600 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.

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 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, andreimbursement 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!