Associate Director, Site Operations Lead (Onsite)

at  Collins Aerospace

QUALIFICATIONS YOU MUST HAVE

• Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 12 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 10 years of experience or in absence of a degree, 16 years of relevant experience
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract
• Experience with operations management and/or leadership experience leading cross-department project teams or managing across multiple related departments

QUALIFICATIONS WE PREFER

• Manufacturing experience
• Knowledge and application of Lean Manufacturing principles.
• Experience utilizing lean manufacturing concepts with lean or six sigma project implementations.
• Broad understanding of product design, quality and production requirements and a demonstrated ability to continuously improve these processes.
• Strong management skills including the ability to make decisions with minimal supervision, goal setting, delegation, coaching, and motivating.

MINIMUM PROGRAM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Be on a career break of one or more year at time of application
• Have prior experience in functional area of interest
• Have interest in returning in either a full-time or part-time position
  At Collins Aerospace, our Interiors team is focused on innovation, safety and cost efficiency. But we don’t just get people from point A to point B. We’re committed to making air travel more comfortable, connected and secure. As a leader in aviation interior products and services, we’re helping airlines and original equipment manufacturers create a positive experience for their customers. With offices and manufacturing facilities in more than 12 states across the U.S. and more than 10 countries around the globe, we’re changing the game of aircraft interiors. Are you ready to join our team?

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.
The salary range for this role is 143,000 USD - 287,000 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/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.

POSITION ROLE TYPE:

Onsite
Collins Aerospace is seeking an Associate Director, Site Operations Lead to oversee the entire manufacturing and operations for the Lenexa, KS facility by establishing and executing production and quality objectives. We are seeking a seasoned operations leader adept at driving performance through effective leadership, project execution, and lean deployment. Your role will be pivotal in establishing and overseeing long-term objectives and performance metrics across multiple cells, ensuring optimal productivity and adherence to build schedules critical to achieving overall customer success.
This is an onsite role in Lenexa, KS and may require up to 20% travel. This role may be eligible for relocation.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Accountable for Operations at the Lenexa, KS location holding overall responsibility for production of quality products in an efficient and timely manner.
• Strategize and design production plans, balancing tactical and strategic demands considering product introduction, equipment efficiency, materials supply constraints, schedules and staffing requirements to meet operational objectives and business unit goals.
• 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.
• Acts as the key decision maker for transitioning new products to production.
• Develops annual operating plan, operating budget and capital budgets. Take Enterprise operations strategy and applies to the site. Integrates organization’s strategic plan into the site operating plan. Researches, forecasts, analyzes risks, and requests appropriate allocations.
• Defines priorities within the framework given to establish the most efficient and effective operating plan for the site. Plans staffing and expenditures around priorities.
• Serves as primary champion for quality improvement, Lean and Six Sigma programs on the site.
• Accountable for reduction of cost and waste. Improves productivity by implementing best practices.
• Responsible for labor and employee relations at the site. Communicates goals and strategies to a large workforce, which may include represented and unrepresented components.
• Directs management team at the site. Identifies and develops leadership within the team. Selects, develops and manages the performance of the team members.
• Hosts and interacts with customers as the representative of the Enterprise during site visits.
• Oversees deployment of environmental, health and safety policies and procedures at the site. Ensures workplace training and safety plans are fully implemented. Ensures the site complies with OSHA, EPA, and other safety and health requirements.

Role Type Definitions:

• Please ensure the role type (defined below) is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role