Operations Product Manager

Date Posted: 2026-08-27 Country: United States of America Location: US-NC-WINSTON SALEM-1455 ~ 1455 Fairchild Rd ~ ADMIN BLDG Position Role Type: Onsite U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the company’s immigration sponsorship now or in the future. The company will not offer immigration sponsorship for this position.​ The company will not seek an export authorization for this role. 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.  The Operations Product Manager is responsible for translating customer and program requirements into executable operational plans while aligning demand, schedules, and factory capabilities. This individual drives cross-functional execution across Operations, Supply Chain, Engineering, Quality, Planning, and Program teams, proactively managing risks, delivery performance, recovery plans, and NPI readiness while providing clear visibility and accountability to senior leadership. What You Will Do:   Translating customer/program/product requirements into executable operational plans. Aligning demand, schedule and factory capability. Monitoring delivery performance and operational readiness. Leading recovery planning where commitments are at risk. Integrating Operations, Supply Chain, Engineering, Quality, Planning, Program, and Product teams. Identifying and escalating risks before they affect customer commitments. Supporting NPI and transition-to-production readiness. Providing clear operational visibility to Program and Product/GM leadership. Driving cross-functional actions and accountability. What You Will Learn: Broad exposure across Operations, Program/Product Management, Supply Chain, Engineering, Finance, Quality and senior business leadership. Opportunity for development into future broader Operations, Program, General Management or business leadership positions. Qualifications you Must Have: Typically requires a University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years’ experience Manufacturing/operations experience. Qualifications We Prefer: Demonstrated delivery/program execution experience. Understanding of production planning, capacity and MPS. Cross-functional leadership in a matrix organization Ability to understand and challenge operational recovery plans. Problem-solving and risk-management capability. Ability to communicate effectively from shop-floor to senior leadership level. Stakeholder management and influencing skills. Demonstrated ownership and accountability for results. Aerospace/manufacturing experience. NPI/transition-to-production experience. SIOP experience. Supply Chain experience. Customer-facing experience. Lean/CORE/continuous improvement experience. Experience working across multiple sites/functions. 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!  May be eligible for relocation.   Learn More & Apply Now!    Operations, Supply Chain and EH&S:   The next chapter of our future as an aerospace company is here, and we are excited about what this means for our employees and customers! Get onboard the Collins Aerospace Operations team and play a part in managing our innovative products from inception to delivery. The Operations team continues to grow and aims to strengthen the connection of Manufacturing Operations, Supply Chain and Environment, Health & Safety (EH&S) across Collins Aerospace. In this dynamic environment, you will have the opportunity to network across our businesses and functions, all while improving the productivity, quality and efficiency of our operations worldwide.   Collins Aerospace, a 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.  WE ARE REDEFINING AEROSPACE.   *Please ensure the role type (defined below) is appropriate