Date Posted:
2026-05-13
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
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.
Collins Aerospace is looking for an Associate Director of our Manufacturing Operations, in Jacksonville FL who will be responsible for developing, implementing, and managing operational process maturity and performance to ensure a high level of efficiency and customer satisfaction.
While the rest of Collins Aerospace soars into the sky, Engineered Polymer Products (EPP) dives into the sea! Located in Jacksonville, Florida, EPP specializes in marine applications for surface ships and submarines. Our dedicated teams create specialty naval parts that aid the U.S. Navy in executing their mission, ensuring excellence every day. Consider joining a community focused on culture, quality, and safety, and apply today!
This position works onsite at our Blount Island building in Jacksonville FL.
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
The role requires excellent organizational and problem-solving skills, as well as the ability to oversee all Operational aspects of the Value Stream including Production, CNC machining, shop floor management, talent management, process improvement, and schedule adherence, along with people and product safety. You will interact with both internal and external customers and across multiple levels within the organization.?
The Value Stream is responsible for Naval Structures supporting various US Navy platforms.? Production operations are located across two sites and three value streams in Jacksonville, Florida.?
What You Will Do
Manages the execution of operations to meet established targets and metrics within Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, andPeople
Develops operational and financialobjectivesfor all operational areasin order toincrease profitability and mitigate all risks to the business
Direct a multi-functional team to ensure areas meet business strategyobjectives
Maintains compliance to all regulations,lawsand mgmt. systems requirements
Proactively reduces EH&S risks and promotes safe behaviors in the workplace Supports all safety programs to include behavioral based safety and job hazard analysis; ensures that Operations is flawless executing all safety programs that Operationsis responsible forperforming
Manages capacity, demand, & resource plans to ensure rate readiness and 100% On-time delivery to internal and external customers
Supports the Sales, Inventory & Operations Planning (SIOP) process to ensure that adequate capacity and headcount are planned andmaintainedfor the operations teams
Ensures successful implementation of engineering development activities
Develops maturity of Business Intelligence tools to ensure efficient material flow
Integrates tactical & strategic supply chainupdatesto ensure delivery and manage risk
Managesobjectivesfor operating budgets, capitalplansand cost savings targets.? Ensures thatutilizationand labor efficiency are achieved, and sales output is realized
Achieves inventory improvements and manages manufacturing variances
Ensures effective implementation of product and manufacturing technologies
Identifiesand executes manufacturing technologies & world class manufacturing initiatives aligned with the 5-yr strategic plan
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
Develops the annual operational macro plan and ensures individual projects are implemented to resolve the problem,issueor opportunity
Drives employee engagement / positiveculture andexecutes 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,RTPR, andrecovery plans
Executes a robust talent management and succession planning process
Ensures all training and skills are assessed to ensure no critical skills gaps
Representsthe organizationtosustain a positive organizational culture
Ensures compliance with all government and corporate policies and procedures
Qualifications You Must Have
Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 12 years prior relevant experienceoran Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 10 years of experience
Experienceinleading operations supervisors or managers
Experienceinworking in an ISOregulatedmanufacturing facility
Experienceinworking with the Lean / Toyota Production System in a manufacturing environment
Qualifications We Prefer
STEM or Engineering Bachelor's degree
CNC machining operations(compositepreferrably)
Proficient in Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Project)?
Experience withSAP
Experience as an Operations Managerworking in a high mix, low volume manufacturing environment
Experience withSoluminaor relevant MES experience
Demonstrated ability to deal with ambiguity
Chemical processing,compositeor rubber layup manufacturing experience
Demonstrated experience implementing world class manufacturing techniques
Certified in Six-Sigma
Behavioral Based Safety (BBS) or Human and Organizational Performance (HOP)
Demonstrated ability toestablishand mature a Continuous Improvement culture
Experience with single piece flow in a mixed model production environment
Demonstrated experience with new program introductions(NPI)and rate increases
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!?
Maybe eligible for relocation
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!?
In addition, our Engineered Polymer Products division is a leading developer and manufacturer of advanced, high-performance composite and elastomeric structures and products for marine applications. Whether in the air or underwater, we're pushing the limits of innovation. Want to join us on this important journey??
Role Type Definitions:
*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.
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.
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