Sr. Supervisor, Equipment Maintenance

RTX; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 87,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

3 weeks vacation for new hires

Generous 401(k) with matching and RTC

Tuition reimbursement

Student Loan Repayment Program

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Job summary

RTX is seeking a plant/maintenance supervisor to lead a skilled team in Rockford, IL. You will oversee daily operations, supervise repair and maintenance of production and test equipment, and partner with engineering to ensure system integrity and safety standards.

The role requires strong supervisory experience, a technical background, and U.S. citizenship. Eligible for comprehensive RTX benefits and career development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 5 years of relevant technical experience, or a minimum of 3 years of experience with an advanced degree.
• In lieu of a degree, a minimum of 9 years of relevant experience is required.
• Minimum of 3 years of supervisory or leadership experience in a union environment.
• Experience in troubleshooting and repairing electronic equipment and technical systems.
• U.S. Citizenship is required.

Responsibilities

• Hire, train, and develop department staff with daily direction.
• Oversee scheduling, workload planning, and timecard management.
• Conduct performance evaluations and provide feedback.
• Supervise repair, troubleshooting, and maintenance of complex equipment.
• Perform or guide equipment installations and system modifications.
• Inspect equipment and coordinate preventive and corrective maintenance.
• Act as SME for legacy or high-complexity equipment.
• Collaborate with engineering for system integration, verification, and validation.
• Develop and maintain procedures and work instructions for operation and maintenance.
• Train operators and technicians on proper equipment use and safety.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Leadership

Troubleshooting electronics

Team coordination

Safety leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in technical field

Advanced degree preferred

9+ years experience in lieu of degree

Tools

Electrical schematics

Maintenance tools

Equipment installation planning

Job description

Country: United States of America

Location: US-IL-ROCKFORD-P6 ~ 4747 Harrison Ave ~ 4747 HARRISON AVE-P6

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.

What You Will Do

• Hire, train, and develop department staff, providing daily direction and support.
• Oversee scheduling, workload planning, and timecard management for the team.
• Conduct performance evaluations and provide constructive feedback.
• Supervise repair, troubleshooting, and maintenance of complex production and test equipment.
• Perform or guide equipment installations, machine setups, and system modifications.
• Inspect equipment regularly and coordinate preventive and corrective maintenance.
• Act as a subject matter expert for legacy, specialized, or high‑complexity equipment.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to support system integration, verification, and validation.
• Develop and maintain procedures and work instructions for equipment operation and maintenance.
• Train operators and technicians to ensure proper equipment use and compliance with quality standards.
• Provide safety leadership and enforce safe work practices across the team.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 5 years of relevant technical experience, or a minimum of 3 years of experience with an advanced degree.
• In lieu of a degree, a minimum of 9 years of relevant experience is required.
• Minimum of 3 years of supervisory or leadership experience in a union environment.
• Experience in troubleshooting and repairing electronic equipment and technical systems.
• U.S. Citizenship is required.

Qualifications We Prefer

• 7+ years of experience with technical equipment in manufacturing or related environments.
• Familiarity with the National Electric Code (NEC) and NFPA 70E standards.
• Experience in: Troubleshooting and repairing motors, drives, and printed circuit boards.
• Experience in: Calibration and analysis of instrumentation for equipment setup.
• Experience in: Reading and interpreting mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical schematics.
• Experience in: Electronic control software, equipment programming, and system modifications.

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!

The salary range for this role is 86,800 USD - 165,200 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.

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.

Privacy Policy and Terms: RTX is an aerospace and defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 195,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.