Space Launch Operations Product Lead

Collins Aerospace

Rockford (IL)

On-site

USD 132,000 - 252,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

Collins Aerospace, RTX’s aerospace leader, seeks a Civil Space SLS Operations Product Manager (OPM) Lead in Rockford, IL. You will oversee LRUs execution, ensure GM priorities are met, and consolidate program visibility across GM IPT and operations leadership.

You will mentor OPMs, remove barriers to execution, address complex issues, and uphold disciplined delivery. Relocation may be offered with up to 10% travel; requires 10+ years in manufacturing or related fields and a university degree or

Qualifications

University degree or equivalent with at least 10 years experience.
Experience in manufacturing, production, or shop-floor operations.
Experience in supply chain, purchasing, material planning, or production control.
Experience leading cross-functional groups and teams.

Responsibilities

Oversee execution performance for LRUs aligned to GM priorities.
Consolidate program visibility for GM IPT leadership.
Drive alignment across cross-functional teams and ops leadership to address delivery risks.
Lead and mentor Operations Product Managers.
Act as escalation point for complex operational issues.
Ensure consistent execution discipline across the OPM team.
Support root-cause analysis, corrective actions, and continuous improvement.
Communicate operational risks, priorities, and recommendations to teams and leadership.
Support business travel up to 10%.