Brake Value Stream Associate Director (Onsite)

Date Posted: 2026-09-10 Country: United States of America Location: US-OH-TROY-101 ~ 101 Waco St ~ WACO 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. Collins Aerospace, an RTX business, has an opportunity for a Brake Value Stream Associate Director, Manufacturing Operations based in Troy, Ohio. This manufacturing role reports directly to the Troy Site Leader and oversees three operations departments to ensure safe, efficient, and productive operations.   This leader owns the performance of the Aircraft Brake production line for commercial, military, and regional/business aircraft.  This is a high visibility role with regular engagement with senior leadership across Troy and the greater Collins/RTX organization with an opportunity to develop into higher-level manufacturing or site leadership positions. Success in this role looks like consistent achievement of the Golden Thread, aka Safety, People, Quality, Delivery, and Cost.  At the end of the day, you will lead a skilled, engaged production team with stable, high-performing lean manufacturing processes. What You Will Do: People Core focus on safety and quality Drive cultural transformation toward lean thinking, ownership, and continuous problem-solving Responsible for managing and developing production supervisors to ensure the departments actively support continuous improvement strategies, methodologies and philosophies Ensure processes and systems are in place to drive consistent performance management Robust onboarding and training of operators and supervisors Ensure celebrations of ‘wins’ when the area and cells perform Lean Manufacturing Drive CORE / Continuous Improvement for daily success by working with the site CI Manager and Manufacturing Engineering Manager and supporting teams. Develop operations supervisors to ensure lean manufacturing principles are fully implemented on the shop floor. Create cells through product/process family alignment Transform Cells to flow / pitch / takt Standard Work (Time based standard work for all functions) Process Confirmation (validation of completion of standard work) Flow (linkage and flow of processes) Resilience (Man and Material in required quantities, SWIP:WIP) Winning vs. Losing (constant visibility of performance to plan) Closed Loop Systems (corrective actions for all losses) Standardization and execution of area and departmental roles, including productivity metrics Results Determine / monitor / improve KPI’s as established by site and business need Roll up metrics from all ongoing cell projects within the area and departments Ensure high-integrity, high-skill performance Strategy Develop the strategy, plans, and execute all activities related to the Machining, Brake Chemical Operations, and Assembly areas Manage and facilitate the monthly adherence to business objectives Ensure robust root cause and corrective actions (DAISE) where needed Create a culture of accountability, data (for measurement and decisions), and winning 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 U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract  5+ years experience leading direct reports in a manufacturing environment Experience with Continuous Improvement (CI) tools and methodologies: Lean, Six Sigma, ACE or CORE Ability to influence and communicate across all levels of the organization Qualifications We Prefer: Prior experience leading in a unionized environment Demonstrated adaptability and skilled in conflict resolution Demonstrated success in creation and execution of standard processes Experience leading in a high-mix, high-volume environment 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: The next