Operations Program Manager

Manufacturing Strategy RoleAre you ready for your next challenge? This Onsite position will directly support a Program Management Office (PMO) in leading manufacturing strategy for programs in development.In this role you will be responsible for making and driving decisions for Manufacturing Strategy, Planning and Execution. You will have a strong background in Manufacturing and/or Product Development Operations in the defense industry and must have experience leading New Product Introduction activities.You will support classified & unclassified programs within a technically varied portfolio of complex products and will be responsible and accountable for successful execution of all Operations tasks that occur within the Program.Relocation is not provided for this role.What You Will Do:Oversee and coordinate the execution aspects of ongoing projects and services as liaison between program management team and support functional organizations.General Management and/or Creation of artifacts for Manufacturing Strategy planning, Proposals, early Gates Reviews, Financials, Infrastructure/Capital Projects, Appropriation Requests (ARs), etc.Develop / Manage Operations content in Proposals (Recurring and non recurring Basis of Estimate) and Program EACs.Identify, monitor, and report on Program risks and opportunities and support Program Risk Review Board for new products.Engagement in Product Development, Producibility, Testability and how/where to "Make" Product.Kickoff Operations Program planning at Gate 5 for new Programs and assure manufacturing readinessEngage with engineering and supply chain on requirements flow down for Operations and Supply Chain partners.Engage in Program Test and Manufacturing Readiness Reviews (TRR/MRR) and ensure alignment to manufacturing plan and support of factory requirements. Support creation / execution of hardware maturation plans.Ability to work with Engineering and Influence product designs to achieve cost and schedule targets through Design for Manufacturing & Cost workshops, producibility/affordability studies, Transition to Production (TTP) planning and Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) implementation.Report on Program Contract On-Time Delivery (OTD) Performance for both CMC and non-CMC products.Support Gate 11 activities at close of Development/EDM /Production contracts.Travel will be required (10 - 20%)Qualifications You Must Have:Typically required: Bachelor's degree (typically in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM)) and a minimum of 8 years of prior relevant experience unless prohibited by local laws/regulations OR an Advanced degree and 5 years of relevant experience OR In absence of a degree, 12 years of relevant experience is required.Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.Manufacturing Operations experience.Product Development ExperienceQualifications We Prefer:Earned Value Management CertificationExperience in Developing Program schedule integration to ensure alignment to Program schedule / contract.Six Sigma Qualified or equivalentExperience with MS Office Suite (Excel and PowerPoint)Proven Experience in Transition to Production inclusive of MRL /TRL assessments.Proven Experience developing proposals and Basis of Estimate.Proven Experience in Change Management and handling ambiguity.Master's in Engineering or Business AdministrationEngineering and/or Manufacturing Operations leadership inclusive of New Product IntroductionProgram Leadership or Material Program Management CertificationWorking knowledge of SAP / PRISM.What We Offer: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.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 customer succeeds today while anticipating their needs for tomorrow. Are you up for the challenge? Join our mission today.WE ARE REDEFINING AEROSPACE.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.Some of our competitive benefits package includes:Medical, dental, and vision insuranceThree weeks of vacation for newly hired employeesGenerous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy optionTuition reimbursement programStudent Loan Repayment ProgramLife insurance and disability coverageOptional coverages you can buy: pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protectionBirth, adoption, parental leave benefitsOvia Health, fertility, and family planningAdoption AssistanceAutism BenefitEmployee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessionsHealthy You Incentives, wellness rewards programDoctor on Demand, virtual doctor visitsBright Horizons, child and elder care servicesTeladoc Medical Experts, second opinion programAnd more!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.The salary range for this role is 101,000 USD - 203,000 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.