Senior Program Operations Manager (Onsite)

RTX•Colonia Victor Manuel Segundo, 21, AR• Full Time

Posted 16 hours ago• Business & Finance

Job Description

Date Posted:

2026-03-16

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-CA-EL SEGUNDO-E04 ~ 2006 E El Segundo Blvd ~ BLDG E04

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

Be a leader in Multi-domain Assured Navigation & Timing Applications (MANTA) Operations. This role will serve as a manufacturing and operations lead for a critical program transitioning to production, as well as for the Mission Aligned GPS Systems (MAGS) sub-portfolio of programs.

This role is responsible for driving Manufacturing Strategy, Planning and Execution for the sub-portfolio. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Manufacturing Operations in the defense industry and must have experience leading New Product Introduction and Transition to Production of complex programs. The candidate must have strong working knowledge of proposal development systems and will be responsible for presenting comprehensive strategies on Manufacturing Plans and how the efforts are proposed to customers.

The Candidate will support classified & unclassified programs within a technically diverse portfolio of complex products.

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. 

 Position will work primarily onsite at our El Segundo, California location.

What You Will Do

Act as the primary Operations focal for all Manufacturing and Operations content on a portfolio of existing production & new development programs that have a planned transition to Operations
Partner and collaborate with Program Office, Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain throughout the product life cycle
Responsible to manage Operations cost and schedule performance for full-rate production and new development deliveries through strategic development efforts and execution of New Product Introduction processes and procedures
Engage with Engineering and Supply Chain on requirements flow down for Operations and Supply Chain partners
Engage in Program Test and Manufacturing Readiness Reviews to ensure alignment to manufacturing plans and support of factory requirements
Apply improvement strategies across multiple programs and develop process improvement opportunities to ensure efficiency of operations and cost effectiveness
Influence product designs to achieve cost and schedule targets through active support to Design to Cost (DTC), Design for Manufacturing (DFM), and Design for Test (DFT) by optimizing cost drivers such as electronics producibility, test automation, test & manufacturing yield
Lead development teams through Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (PFMEA), Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) and coordinating actions/mitigation plans in accordance with AS9145 (APQP)
Provide active support to Supply Chain Management by identifying materials constraints and logistics problem resolution to ensure availability of materials and smooth operations
Direct and coordinate sequencing of work in partnership with Manufacturing, such as build and delivery, to ensure smooth operations and optimal use of resources
Partner with internal customers to understand customer needs and issues and ensure customer satisfaction
Ensure quality, cost, schedule, and inventory goals are achieved in a manner consistent with the overall business plan

Qualifications You Must Have

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
Experience collaborating across functional teams in a robust matrixed environment
Leader capable of influencing change, including shopfloor personnel, internal executive leaders and external customers
Proven Experience in Transition to Production & Manufacturing Plans, including electronics producibility, Design for Manufacturing & Assembly (DFMA) / Design for Automation (DFX) and manufacturing cost modeling
Experience developing program production schedules & identifying manufacturing risk & opportunities
Working knowledge of SAP / PRISM or equivalent Material Requirement Planning (MRP) systems
Familiarity with Process Failure Mode Effects Analysis (PFMEA), Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) and Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP)
Competence with Microsoft Office Suite with proficient knowledge of Excel
Domestic travel up to 25%

Qualifications We Prefer

Wide-ranging leadership experience in matrixed program management, including Manufacturing Operations and/or Engineering
Experience leading Manufacturing Readiness Assessments and Production Readiness Reviews
Experience leading New Product Introduction (NPI) and Transition to Production (T2P) in Defense or commercial products
Experience with RTX’s Customer Oriented Results and Excellence (CORE) operating system
Working knowledge of Pro Pricer or equivalent tools, learning curves, application of rates and costs in government contracting
Experience supporting fact-finding and negotiations with DCMA and Government customers
Experience and mastery of Manufacturing Readiness Assessments (MRA), PFMEA, PPAP and APQP
Proven Experience developing proposals and Basis of Estimates
Proven Experience in Earned Value Management & Certification
Experience in lean manufacturing and Six sigma
Expert knowledge of Excel

What We Offer Benefits

Some of our competitive benefits packages include: 

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!

Maybe eligible for relocation

Learn More & Apply Now!

Do you want to be a part of something bigger? A team whose impact stretches across the world, and even beyond? At Collins Aerospace, our Mission Systems team helps civilian, military and government customers complete their most complex missions — whatever and wherever they may be. Our customers depend on us for intelligent and secure communications, missionized systems for specialized aircraft and spacecraft and collaborative space solutions. By joining our team, you’ll have your own critical part to play in ensuring our customers succeed today while anticipating their needs for tomorrow. Are you up for the challenge? Join our mission today.

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.

*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 145,600 USD - 276,800 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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