Sr. Supervisor, Production Control (Onsite)

Collins Aerospace; Santa Fe Springs (CA); On-site; USD 96,000 - 182,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

3 weeks vacation

401(k) with employer matching

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan repayment

Life and disability insurance

Parental leave

Wellness programs

Job summary

Collins Aerospace in Santa Fe Springs, CA is seeking a Sr. Supervisor, Production Control to lead a team enabling Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) operations. You will drive material availability, customer communication, allocations, and vendor coordination to ensure on‑time delivery and high customer satisfaction.

The role emphasizes data‑driven leadership, continuous improvement, and collaboration with cross‑functional teams. It is an onsite position with travel up to 10%.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience.
• Experience applying analytical and problem‑solving techniques to translate data into actionable insights and measurable results.
• Experience driving process improvement and automation using tools such as Advanced Excel, VBA, Power BI, Power Automate, SQL, or similar platforms.
• Proficiency with SAP or comparable ERP/MRP systems for inventory, order, and material management.
• Prior people leadership experience and customer‑facing communication support.

Responsibilities

• Leads, coaches, and develops a team of Operations Support Associates with clear roles and performance expectations.
• Ensures material readiness and availability to support production schedules and minimize downtime.
• Acts as key customer liaison, communicating unit availability and order status to drive satisfaction.
• Manages customer allocations and shipping manifests to ensure on‑time delivery and contract compliance.
• Collaborates with Demand Planning and Production to communicate component requirements and mitigate shortages.
• Manages external repair vendor relationships and escalation to prevent delivery impacts.
• Owns the cycle count program to maintain inventory accuracy and drive corrective actions.
• Oversees CF/Collins furnished inventory for traceability and accountability.
• Develops KPIs, dashboards, and reports for inventory health, delivery, and vendor performance.
• Identifies opportunities to streamline manual processes using digital tools and data analytics.
• Leads CI initiatives using Lean methodologies and standard work.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Leadership

Continuous improvement

Education

University Degree

Advanced Degree

Tools

Excel

Power BI

Power Automate

SQL

SAP

Job description

Location: US-CA-SANTA FE SPRINGS-9920 ~ 9920 Freeman Ave ~ FREEMAN

Date Posted: 2026-10-05

Country: United States of America

Location: US-CA-SANTA FE SPRINGS-9920 ~ 9920 Freeman Ave ~ FREEMAN

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.

We are seeking a Sr. Supervisor, Production Control to join our team in Santa Fe Springs, CA! The Sr. Supervisor, Production Control will lead a team of Associates responsible for enabling the Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) business. This role drives material availability, customer communication, allocation management, and vendor coordination to ensure on-time delivery and exceptional customer satisfaction. The ideal candidate is a data-driven leader who applies analytics and continuous improvement principles to eliminate waste, automate manual processes, and build a high-performing, accountable team.

This role will be onsite in Santa Fe Springs, CA.

What You Will Do:

• Leads, coaches, and develops a team of Operations Support Associates, establishing clear roles, responsibilities, and performance expectations aligned with business objectives.
• Ensures material readiness and piece part availability to support production schedules, minimize shop floor downtime, and reduce turnaround time (TAT).
• Serves as a key customer liaison, proactively communicating unit availability, pickup readiness, and order status to drive customer satisfaction.
• Manages customer allocations and shipping manifests, ensuring accuracy, contract compliance, and on‑time delivery (OTD) performance.
• Collaborates cross‑functionally with Demand Planning and Production to communicate component requirements, mitigate shortages, and support Non‑product purchasing.
• Manages external repair vendor relationships, monitoring unit status, driving on‑time returns, and escalating risks to prevent delivery impacts.
• Owns the cycle count program to maintain inventory accuracy, perform root cause analysis on discrepancies, and implement corrective actions.
• Oversees customer furnished material (CFM) and Collins furnished inventory to ensure proper control, traceability, and financial accountability.
• Develops and maintains KPIs, dashboards, and performance reporting to provide visibility into inventory health, customer delivery, vendor performance, and team productivity.
• Identifies opportunities to streamline and automate manual processes, leveraging digital tools and data analytics to improve efficiency and scalability.
• Leads and participates in continuous improvement (CI) initiatives using Lean methodologies, standard work, and structured problem‑solving.
• Ensures compliance with quality, regulatory, and customer contract requirements across all material and shipping activities.
• Plans and maintains appropriate staffing levels, cross‑training, and succession coverage within the area of responsibility.
• Ensures and actively supports employees' career development through coaching, goal‑setting, and regular feedback.
• Manages team performance by addressing issues promptly, providing actionable feedback, and resolving conflicts to maintain operational effectiveness.
• Promotes a strong safety culture and ensures the workplace is safe and free of significant hazards.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Travels up to 10%.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Experience applying analytical and problem‑solving techniques to translate data into actionable insights and measurable results.
• Experience driving process improvement and automation using tools such as Advanced Excel, VBA, Power BI, Power Automate, SQL, or similar platforms.
• Proficiency with SAP or comparable ERP/MRP systems for inventory, order, and material management.
• Prior people leadership experience, including building team structure, setting expectations, and developing talent.
• Experience providing customer‑facing communication and stakeholder management support.
• Experience managing supplier, 3PL, or external repair vendor relationships.
• Working knowledge of inventory control best practices, including cycle counting, inventory reconciliation, and material traceability.
• Experience in leading CI events and the use of CI tools and Lean methodology; Lean or Six Sigma certification is a plus.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in operations and/or the aerospace industry.
• Experience in an MRO environment is highly preferred.
• Knowledge of agency (ex. FAA, EASA) regulations for aircraft maintenance and certification is highly preferred.

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.

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 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 95,500 USD - 181,700 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.