Senior Manager, Production Engineering (Onsite)

RTX; North Carolina; On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Three weeks of vacation

401(k) plan with employer matching

Tuition reimbursement

Life insurance and disability coverage

Employee Assistance Plan

Job summary

Collins Aerospace, a RTX company, is seeking a Sr. Manager, Manufacturing Engineering, Operations to lead a multidisciplinary team in Durham, NH.

You will drive manufacturing process development, optimization, and adherence to AS9100/Nadcap standards, while guiding cost objectives and product quality. You will mentor engineers and technicians, partner with planning and quality, monitor KPIs, and champion continuous improvement across manufacturing capabilities within aerospace, defense, and

Qualifications

• 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.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, lean principles, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Demonstrated success in leading teams, including engineers, technicians, and maintenance personnel.
• Familiarity with Quality Management Systems (QMS) and compliance with AS9100 standards.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in using manufacturing software and tools.

Responsibilities

• Oversee development, implementation, and optimization of manufacturing processes to meet production goals, quality standards, and cost objectives.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity, reduce waste, and improve product quality, ensuring AS9100 alignment.
• Collaborate with planning, quality, and operations to support new product introductions and resolve manufacturing challenges.
• Guide innovation efforts for manufacturing capabilities and execute elements of the innovation roadmap.
• Sustain Nadcap accreditation efforts and ensure compliance with special processes.
• Support the production maintenance team to ensure equipment reliability and minimize downtime.
• Mentor and develop team members to build technical expertise and leadership capabilities.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor KPIs and prepare reports to communicate progress and identify areas for improvement.

Skills

Manufacturing processes

Lean principles

Continuous improvement

Team leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Organizational skills

AS9100 knowledge

Quality Management Systems

Education

University degree in related field

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

Epicor ERP system

Job description

Date Posted:

2026-09-23

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-NH-DURHAM-121 ~ 121 Technology Dr ~ BLDG 125

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.

Collins Aerospace Brazing, a part of the RTX Corporation, is a brazing, machining, assembly and engineering company based out of Durham, New Hampshire.

Our Durham Brazing facility specializes in dip and vacuum brazing combined with highly sophisticated chassis testing. Our distinct process goes beyond traditional capabilities to deliver durable and highly efficient thermal solutions to aerospace, commercial and defense industries. Our operations are guided by a robust Quality Management System (QMS), and we proudly maintain certification to AS9100, the international standard for quality management in the aerospace industry. We are also Nadcap accredited for our special processes, further demonstrating our commitment to excellence and compliance with industry standards.

We are proud of our brand-new state-of-the-art facility which includes new equipment, a cafeteria, onsite fitness gym, outdoor tennis, basketball, and pickleball courts.

What You Will Do

As the Sr. Manager, Manufacturing Engineering, Operations , you will lead a team of manufacturing, process and design engineers, technicians, and support the production maintenance team to ensure efficient and effective product designs and manufacturing processes. In this role, you will:

• Oversee the development, implementation, and optimization of manufacturing processes to meet production goals, quality standards, and cost objectives.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity, reduce waste, and improve product quality, ensuring alignment with AS9100 requirements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including planning, quality, and operations, to support new product introductions and resolve manufacturing challenges.
• Guide innovation efforts for manufacturing capabilities by contributing to and executing elements of our innovation roadmap, ensuring alignment with strategic goals.
• Play a critical role in sustaining our Nadcap accreditation efforts, ensuring special processes meet the rigorous requirements for certification.
• Support the production maintenance team to ensure equipment reliability and minimize downtime.
• Mentor and develop team members to build technical expertise and leadership capabilities.
• Ensure compliance with all safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and prepare reports to communicate progress and identify areas for improvement.

What You Will Learn

• Advanced chassis design, brazing processes, manufacturing techniques and technologies in the aerospace, commercial and defense industries.
• Formal training in CORE (Customer Oriented Results & Excellence), RTX’s operating system designed to drive continuous improvement and enhance operational performance.
• Best practices for maintaining compliance with AS9100 standards and maintaining Nadcap accreditation.

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
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, lean principles, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Demonstrated success in leading teams, including engineers, technicians, and maintenance personnel.
• Familiarity with Quality Management Systems (QMS) and compliance with AS9100 standards.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in using manufacturing software and tools.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Master's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Experience in the aerospace or defense industry.
• Experience with Nadcap accreditation or special process compliance.
• Aluminum brazing
• Design for Manufacturing
• Epicor ERP system

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 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 attendselect 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.

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