Production Planner (Onsite)

Date Posted:

2026-05-28

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-CT-WINDSOR LOCKS-B1 ~ 1 Hamilton Rd ~ BLDG 1

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 information under this program/contract.

Security Clearance Type:

None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status:

Not Required

At RTX, the world 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 invite you to join our team as a SIOP S&OE Production Planner, a critical role supporting our manufacturing operations and ensuring the reliable delivery of high-quality aerospace products. In this position, you will contribute directly to the performance of our Sales, Inventory, and Operations Planning (SIOP) process and daily Sales & Operations Execution (S&OE). You will help drive the alignment of demand, supply, and production plans that enable our operations to meet customer commitments with precision.

We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical professional with strong expertise in SAP Production Planning (PP) and Materials Management (MM), coupled with the ability to collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams. This is an opportunity to join a team dedicated to operational excellence, disciplined problem-solving, and continuous improvement throughout our production value stream.

What You Will Do:

• Planning & Scheduling: Develop, maintain, and monitor production schedules and material requirements plans (MRP) to support customer demand, operational readiness, and efficient resource utilization.

• MRP Management: Oversee SAP MRP activities to ensure timely procurement of materials and components, preventing shortages and minimizing excess inventory.

• Material Management: Maintain consistent material availability, manage inventory levels, and coordinate with Supply Chain and Operations to support uninterrupted manufacturing flow.

• SIOP Collaboration: Support the SIOP cycle by partnering with Operations, Marketing, Sourcing, Engineering, and Supply Chain to develop an integrated and executable demand and supply plan.

• Forecast & Demand Alignment: Review demand forecasts, reconcile them with capacity and material availability, and address potential imbalances proactively.

• Inventory Control: Monitor and optimize inventory of raw materials and finished goods; manage obsolete or slow-moving items and maintain adherence to inventory targets.

• Performance Analysis: Track and analyze KPIs tied to production, materials, and inventory performance, implementing improvements where needed.

• Cross-Functional Communication: Coordinate with Manufacturing Operations, Procurement, Logistics, Quality, and Engineering to ensure seamless execution of plans and timely issue resolution.

• SAP Expertise: Utilize SAP to execute material planning, production order creation, inventory analysis, and ensure system data integrity.

• Issue Resolution: Identify risks including shortages, bottlenecks, and disruptions; develop and implement recovery and mitigation plans with cross-functional partners.

• Continuous Improvement: Drive enhancements to planning processes, material flow, and system accuracy to strengthen operational performance.

• Reporting & Analysis: Prepare and present planning, performance, and service-level reports to support leadership decision-making.

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

• Proven experience in production and material planning

• Proficiency in SAP modules

• Demonstrated skills forecasting, and inventory management.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.

• Ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced, cross-functional operational environment.

• Analytical judgment, attention to detail, and time-management skills.

• Written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate across diverse teams.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially advanced Excel functions such as PivotTables and VLOOKUPs.

• Experience working in a manufacturing environment, preferably in aerospace or other highly regulated industries.

• Experience with ERP/MRP systems, including end-to-end MRP functionality.

• Experience with Sales and Operations Planning (SIOP) practices strongly preferred.

• Experience in data analysis.

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 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!

Learn More & Apply Now!

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.?

Collins Aerospace, a 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 REDEFINING AEROSPACE.

Please ensure the role type defined below is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role. This position is classified as:

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.??

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 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 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.

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