Sr. Supervisor manufacturing/ Operations (Onsite)

Collins Aerospace; Pueblo (CO); 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

401(k) with employer matching

Job summary

Collins Aerospace in Pueblo, Colorado, is seeking a Refurbishment Operations Leader to supervise the refurbishment team, monitor key process metrics, and lead improvement projects. You will drive Lean core initiatives, ensure safety and quality, and coordinate with engineering and other departments to optimize equipment and processes.

The role requires overseeing multiple staff, managing medium-to-large projects, and maintaining thorough documentation while supporting 24/7 operations in a

Qualifications

• Typically requires a university degree or equivalent plus 5 years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree with 3+ years.
• Experience in managing and supervising operations teams in manufacturing.
• Experience using continuous improvement tools (Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Lead the Refurbishment team to meet customer needs with high standards.
• Actively monitor key process parameters and take action when required.
• Perform statistical analyses to identify process and equipment trends and act accordingly.
• Collaborate with other departments and engineers to improve equipment, processes, safety, and cost savings.
• Supervise several support staff and production personnel.
• Oversee projects and monitor production requirements.
• Propose and manage medium-large scale projects (> $250k) at moderate to complex level.
• Ensure department documentation is clear and accurate (SOPs, work instructions, etc.).
• Drive CORE manufacturing processes through flow and automation improvements.
• Monitor engineering requests through equipment and processes.
• Support 24/7 operations and department CORE.

Skills

Leadership

Manufacturing experience

Lean Six Sigma

Education

University degree

Advanced degree

Tools

PLC experience

Automation experience

Job description

Location

US-CO-PUEBLO-050 ~ 50 William White Blvd ~ BLDG 50

Date Posted

2026-10-22

Country

United States of America

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 certain necessary systems.

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 - Pueblo site, Colorado is a dynamic carbon brake machining operation. We create and ship out new carbon for aviation braking systems. In this role, you will be responsible for monitoring and improving the Refurbishment processes and equipment. This includes taking an active role in improving department safety metrics, implementing CORE initiatives, and improving process quality. This position will require supervision of several support and production personnel.

Relocation assistance

Will be provided

Shift Schedule

7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Mon-Fri

What You Will Do

• Lead by example and demonstrate effective leadership for the Refurbishment team operating with high standards and engagement to meet customer needs.
• Actively monitor key process parameters and take appropriate action when required.
• Perform statistical analyses to identify process and equipment trends and take action.
• Work with other departments and engineers to improve equipment, processes, safety, and cost savings.
• Supervise several support staff and production personnel.
• Oversite on projects and monitor production requirements.
• Propose and manage medium-large scale projects (>$250k) at the moderate to complex level.
• Ensure department documentation is clear and accurate (SOP’s, work instructions, engineering forms, etc.)
• Drive CORE (Lean) manufacturing processes through flow and automation improvements.
• Monitor engineering requests through equipment and processes.
• Take an active role in meeting department and site CORE.
• Assure the department complies with all other policies and procedures.
• Hands on approach to keeping equipment running.
• Actively support 24/7 operations
• Other duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications

• Typically requires: A University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years experience.
• Experience in managing and supervising operations teams in manufacturing environment.
• Experience in Continuous improvement tools (Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, etc)

Preferred Qualifications

• Project management experience
• PLC experience
• Automation experience in a Manufacturing environment

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!

WE ARE REDEFINING AEROSPACE.

• Please consider the following role type definitions as you apply for 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.

Regardless of your role type, collaboration and innovation are critical to our business and all employees will have access to digital tools so they can work with colleagues around the world – and access to Collins sites when their work requires in-person meetings.

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 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 on 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.