Senior Operations Manager

Date Posted:

2026-01-21

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-FL-JACKSONVILLE-6061 BLDG 101 ~ 6061 Goodrich Blvd ~ BLDG 101 FINISH BLDG

Position Role Type:

Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required.​ U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Security Clearance Type:

DoD Clearance: Secret

Security Clearance Status:

Active and existing security clearance required after day 1

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

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. 

We are seeking an experienced and results-driven Operations Manager to lead manufacturing operations at our EPP Blount site in Jacksonville, FL. In this critical leadership role, you will oversee production, maintenance, plant engineering, scheduling, and personnel management to ensure operational excellence and continuous improvement. The ideal candidate is a collaborative, hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced aerospace manufacturing environment and is passionate about driving safety, quality, delivery, and cost performance while fostering a culture of innovation and accountability.

This position works onsite in Jacksonville, FL. Relocation assistance is available. 

The submarine and surface ships within this video highlight the products we have designed and now build in Jacksonville.

https://www.collinsaerospace.com/what-we-do/industries/military-and-defense/submarines-and-surface-ships

What You Will Do

• Lead daily plant operations across two value streams and multiple production cells, ensuring alignment with established goals for Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost.
• Manage, mentor, and develop a team of production supervisors and manufacturing employees to ensure operational excellence and workforce engagement.
• Direct scheduling and sequencing of work to meet production goals, optimize workflow, and ensure on-time delivery.
• Drive cost reduction, process improvement, and lean manufacturing initiatives to maximize efficiency and cost-effectiveness. Manages objectives for operating budgets, capital plans and cost savings targets.  Ensures that utilization and labor efficiency are achieved, and sales output is realized. 
• Partner with Value Stream’s Engineering, Quality, and Production Control team members to ensure production goals, customer requirements, and process standards are consistently achieved. 
• Champion safety programs, including behavior-based safety and job hazard analysis, ensuring a safe and compliant work environment.
• Champions change through the active support of Continuous Improvement tools and processes.  Leads and supports all Operational continuous improvement processes and initiatives to include Visual Management Strategy, Layout Linkage Flow, and 5S. 
• Analyze production and labor data to identify trends, mitigate risks, and drive performance improvements.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to develop and implement strategic plans for operational growth and innovation—including advanced manufacturing technologies such as additive manufacturing.

• Manage staffing plans, recruitment, training, and performance development initiatives to build a skilled and motivated workforce. Ensures all training and skills are assessed to ensure no critical skills gaps.

• Works to support the Value Stream Program Manager and our Naval customers to understand their needs, help resolve issues, and ensure superior service and product delivery.
• Drives employee engagement / positive culture and executes strategic workforce planning initiatives. 
• Standardizes best practices across operations and business processes.  Ensures adherence to our Operational rhythm to include Tier meetings, IPT construct, Gemba boards, RCCA, recovery plans, hiring, etc.

Qualifications You Must Have

• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.
• Must be capable of obtaining a US Department of Defense (DoD) security clearance.  Candidate selected will be subject to a government security investigation/reinstatement and must meet eligibility requirements.
• Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 10 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 7 years of experience
• Current or previous experience working in a manufacturing environment with people management.
• On Site Leadership Experience such as People Management Skills, Conflict Resolution, Policy Compliance or Employee Career Progression
• Experience leading and sustaining a Continuous Improvement culture

Qualifications We Prefer

• Master’s degree in Science, Engineering, or Business
• Background in manufacturing operations, including chemical processing, machining, metal fabrication, or composites
• Hands-on experience applying Lean Toyota Production System, Six Sigma, or other manufacturing methods to improve safety, quality, and throughput
• Experience with Sales, Inventory & Operations Planning (SIOP) or similar production planning processes
• Knowledge of Naval Customer and DoD ITAR Products
• Experience working in a high mix, low volume manufacturing environment. 
• Behavioral Based Safety (BBS) or Human and Organizational Performance (HOP).
• 5+ years experience leading operations supervisors or managers.
• 5+ years experience working in an ISO regulated manufacturing facility.
• 3+ years experience working with the Lean / Toyota Production System in a manufacturing environment.
• 3+ year experience working with CNC machining operations.
• Experience launching and supporting new programs or production lines in a manufacturing environment

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!  

Our Advanced Structures team leverages advanced materials and additive manufacturing to develop complex interior and exterior solutions. These solutions ensure structural integrity of the aircraft, help aircraft take off and land, stay trim in the air, move forward, carry cargo and conduct rescues. We delight our customers with superior products and best-in-class service. Our global team is committed to continuous improvement – we work hard to make our solutions lighter-weight, stronger and more technically advanced, so that plane travel can be safer, more affordable and more sustainable in the years to come. We are looking for the best and brightest to fly and land with us!  

*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 possibilities. And the bonds we form – with our customers and with each other -- propel us all higher, again and again.  

Apply now and be part of the team that’s redefining aerospace, every day.  

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 132,400 USD - 251,600 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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