Operations Product Manager Lead (onsite)

Date Posted: 2026-06-29 Country: United States of America Location: US-TX-RICHARDSON-461 ~ 3200 E Renner Rd ~ RENNER BLDG 461 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'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. Operations Product Management (OPM) Leader serves as the primary integrator between Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Program leadership. The OPM Leader ensure operational execution of program commitments by aligning schedules, cost, quality, and delivery performance to factory capability and program requirements. They coordinate cross‑functional resources, maintain clear operational visibility, and drive prioritization and readiness across the RLPM (Product LifeCycle) process connecting long‑range strategy, daily execution, and transition‑to‑production planning. This role can be based at our facilities in McKinney, TX, or Richardson, TX (E. Renner Rd or E. CityLine Drive) What You Will Do: Serve as the single point of operations interface to Program IPT & GM. translating customer and contract requirements into clear, executable operations plans. Align with SIOP and Program teams to evaluate new business and NPI demand, partnering with the Site Leader to ensure MPS accuracy and factory readiness to support OTD. Partner with Program, Finance, and Operations to own consolidated operations cost, delivery, and productivity performance, ensuring weekly tracking and alignment to the IMS and program schedule. Collaborate with Design Engineering, Supply Chain, and Operations to support the resolution of cross‑functional challenges, ensuring factory issues are surfaced and driven to closure through the Tier/Gemba accountability process. Lead coordination and performance tracking for NPI and transition‑to‑production readiness, leveraging the RLPM process to ensure a smooth and controlled handoff into full‑rate production. Develop, maintain, and report against program governance, milestones, KPIs, and resource plans. Drive portfolio prioritization, project intake processes, and alignment with strategic objectives. Lead issue resolution and cross‑functional decision‑making to keep deliverables on track. Partner with OPMs, Site Leaders and functional owners to surface and coordinate resolution of barriers impacting schedule, cost, and quality. Support AOP and long‑range planning by aligning product roadmaps, demand forecasts, and factory capability (capacity, staffing, and capital) to ensure the site can meet future business needs. Attends all Program cadences as the Ops focal of the IPT: Including but not limited to: Program OA, L3 SIOP, EACs, Program Staff Meetings, CapEx reviews, Talent Reviews (when required), Program Town halls/AllHands. Present program updates, risks, and recommendations to leadership and executive stakeholders. Shape strategic sourcing decisions by driving Make/Buy/Where recommendations in collaboration with Supply Chain and Operations leadership. Travel up to 25% to support business initiatives Qualifications You Must Have: Typically requires a University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 12 years prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum of 10 years’ experience Experience leading manufacturing operations (Site leader, operations leader, quality leader, planning leader) Experience working/leading New Product Introduction Program Management experience in aerospace industry Qualifications We Prefer: Experience developing and implementing Operational Strategy (Product and Footprint) Military/Defense programs experience Engineering degree (Industrial, Mechanical, Electronic, etc) MBA or Master degree is a plus Multi-Site leadership experience What We Offer This role is eligible for relocation. 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! 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 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. #LI-JC4 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 157,200 USD - 298,800 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. Privacy Policy and Terms: Click on this link to read the Policy and Terms RTX is an aerospace and defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 195,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.