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Date Posted:

2025-12-02

Country:

United States of America

Location:

HFL34: Melbourne, FL 1100 W Hibiscus Blvd

, Melbourne, FL, 32902-2704 USA

Position Role Type:

Onsite

This job requires a U.S. Person. A U.S. Person is a lawful permanent resident as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) or who is a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, U.S. permanent residents, or individuals granted refugee or asylee status in the U.S. are considered U.S. persons.

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Security Clearance:

None/Not Required

Joining Collins Aerospace isn’t just about finding a job; it's about embarking on a journey to redefine the future of aerospace.

As an NPI Operations Program Manager you will be responsible for supporting small to mid-size programs through development and successful transition of new products to production manufacturing. This includes coordinating the involvement of Operations resources early in product development lifecycles to influence the design. Typical timing of engagement is Gate 2 to Gate 5.

In this role you will participate in new business capture teams, development of Manufacturing Transition and Build Plans (MT&BP), proposals, guidance to cost estimating, establishment of baseline plans following contract award, and transition process responsibility including management of Operations functions in a matrixed environment.

You will need to be well versed in the product life cycle development process and business systems that support product development and new product transition (i.e.: SAP MRP, Project Systems, PDM, MS Project). The ability to effectively lead high performance teams consistent with Collins Aerospace corporate and Operations Core Values (the “How” of performance), will be key to your success in this position. You should he proficient in the practical application of Lean/Six Sigma or APQP principles.

The New Product Introduction environment provides opportunities to be involved early in the development cycle for new technologies and products, with direct responsibility for quality, cost, and schedule.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

+ Serve as liaison between Operations, Program Management, Design Engineering, and the end customer for bids and proposals with minimal oversight from management. Capture team involvement including proposal development, oral presentations, and financial planning required.

+ Help the Development IPT through the necessary activities to plan, build and transition a new product to the full-rate manufacturing environment.

+ Develop, maintain, and communicate an accurate and achievable MT&BP.

+ Act as the primary Operations contact to the Life Cycle Value Stream Manager, Engineering, and shared services teams to coordinate Operations support during product start-ups through transition to production.

+ Responsible for timely status reporting of Operations performance, risks, and opportunities to the Life-Cycle Value Stream Manager and Operations management.

+ Familiar with the various aspects of the engineering design, product development, design to cost (DTC), design for manufacture (DFM), design for testability (DFT), and product prototyping processes.

+ Ensures Operations considerations such as producibility, testability, design to cost, component obsolescence, and other factors are considered early in the design development process.

+ Successfully leads or coordinates cross-functional trade studies that drive increased customer value and company profitability.

+ Accountable for the quality of new designsrelative to compatibility to the intended manufacturing processes.

+ Lead or support activities involving variability reduction to identify and mitigate process and product risk (DFMEA, PFMEA, etc.).

+ Work as liaison with Test Engineering group and ensure the development of Test Equipment for programs are incorporated in a timely manner to maintain program schedule commitments.

+ Support the development of program risk management plans, identify operations risks in development and production and proactively manage risk that impacts Operations.

+ Ensure quality, cost, schedule, and inventory goals are achieved in a manner consistent with the overall business plan.

+ Strive for 100% internal and external customer satisfaction by understanding the customer's needs and providing goods and services that satisfy the customer.

+ Lead continuous improvement practices using Lean Electronics tools and methods proactively in the execution of the program.

+ Operate in accordance with Corporate, Operations, and Division policies and practices and in compliance with accepted business practices.

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 or in absence of a degree, 9 years of experience in manufacturing or material and supply environment.

+ 3+ years of program or project management experience.

QUALIFICATIONS WE PREFER:

+ Program/Project management experience.

+ Experience with New Product Introductions.

+ Engineering experience, Aerospace preferred.

+ PMP Certification is valued.

+ Advanced proficiency applying Lean/Six Sigma or APQP principles.

+ Advanced proficiency in MS Project and SAP or similar ERP system.

+ Collins Enterprise Values including Trust | Accountability | Respect | Collaboration | Innovation.

WHAT WE OFFER

BENEFITS

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 illness insurance, 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!

This position may be eligible for relocation.

Learn More & Apply Now!

_Collins Aerospace, an 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. _

_Avionics delivers advanced cockpit displays, vision systems, and comprehensive digital solutions for global government, commercial and business aviation customers. We provide connectivity and managed data services to ensure safety and seamless communication for passengers, crews, and militaries, from_ _aircraft_ _and airports to air traffic management. Join us in creating solutions that connect the world, one flight at a time. Start your application today._

**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 82,000 USD - 164,000 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._

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