Date Posted:
2026-05-15
Country:
United States of America
Location:
US-SC-SIMPSONVILLE-1001 ~ 1001 Old Stage Rd ~ OLD STAGE
Position Role Type:
Onsite
U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:
This job requires a U.S. Person. A U.S. Person is a lawful permanent resident as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) or who is a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, U.S. permanent residents, or individuals granted refugee or asylee status in the U.S. are considered U.S. persons.
For a complete definition of "U.S. Person" go here.
https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-22/chapter-I/subchapter-M/part-120/subpart-C/section-120.62
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.
Job Summary
This position will lead a team of primarily experienced professionals in Manufacturing Operations and will be responsible for all aspects of Manufacturing at the Simpsonville, SC location. Establishes key elements of tactical and operational plans with direct impact towards the achievement of results, with a focus on short to medium-term time horizons. Responsible for managing and monitoring cell performance and productivity, with focus on safety, quality, delivery, and cost. Drives daily productivity and problem-solving through our Lean management system. Drives Lean implementation in manufacturing in alignment with the CORE (Customer Oriented Results and Excellence) and the Collins Management System.
What You Will Do:
Accountable for Manufacturing at the Simpsonville, SC location holding overall responsibility for production of quality products in an efficient and timely manner.
Directs the development and implementation of activities in production areas to ensure timely, high-quality production at the lowest cost consistent with the quality requirements.
Responsible for manufacturing policy deployment, aligned with site business strategy and annual operating plan.
Provides leadership coaching and development for front-line supervisors and production team leads.
Disciplined execution of the daily Lean management system, including Tiered accountability meetings, visual management systems, and leader standard work. Drive accountability to daily results and rapid corrective actions to overcome misses.
Responsible for training and overall development of the manufacturing team in alignment with business needs. Responsibility for approximately 200 direct and indirect reports.
Champion for safety, quality improvement, and CORE programs across all manufacturing areas.
Drives implementation and standardization of best practices through standard work aligned with the TWI model. This includes, but is not limited to, job instructions, job breakdown sheets, pre- and post-flight checklists, multi-cycle analysis, layered audits, and others as appropriate.
Drives development of a strong problem-solving culture, through application of CORE methods and coaching behaviors.
Ensures timely execution of manufacturing transactions in Epicor ERP system to ensure data accuracy. Work with other areas to continuously improve data integrity.
Works with the planning and logistics teams to optimize scheduling and materials flow to support manufacturing operations, decreasing WIP while improving delivery.
What You Will Learn :
Learn to lead a team in a facility that utilizes multiple production models to execute customer orders. These include rate based, mixed model and discrete manufacturing lines.
Gain understanding of contractual and regulatory requirements associated with commercial, FAA and military purchase orders.
Learn industry standards that guide the manufacture of wire harnessing and electrical/mechanical assemblies
Learn and take advantage of opportunities to excel professionally with RTX's exceptional employee scholar programs and continuing education
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
U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or granted refugee or asylee status) as defined https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-22/chapter-I/subchapter-M/part-120/subpart-C/section-120.62
4+ years of prior leadership experience in manufacturing or operations
2+ years experience working within a QMS (AS9100, ISO 9001 or equivalent)
Preferred Qualifications
Lean or six sigma certifications
Manufacturing in AS9100 controlled environments.
Experience in wire harness manufacturing. Specifically, IPC/WHMA-A-620 and/or IPC J-Std-001 certifications
What We Offer:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Some of our competitive benefits package includes:?
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 and Apply Now:
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.
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 132,400 USD - 251,600 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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