Operations Program Manager, Mfg Operations (Onsite)

Date Posted: 2026-09-09 Country: United States of America Location: US-NH-DURHAM-121 ~ 121 Technology Dr ~ BLDG 125 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. The Operations Program Manager (OPM) is an operations leader responsible for owning manufacturing readiness and operational performance outcomes across assigned programs and value streams. Operating within the RTX Lifecycle Program Management (RLPM) framework, this role serves as the primary Operations focal point to ensure predictable delivery of quality, cost, and schedule commitments. The OPM works through cross-functional teams and manufacturing leadership to proactively identify risks, align priorities, and drive systemic execution, without performing day-to-day production coordination or direct shop floor supervision. The OPM works independently with minimal oversight, influences decisions within a matrixed organization, and partners closely with Program Management, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Manufacturing to deliver operational excellence. Role Clarification This role does not perform daily production coordination, dispatching, or direct supervision of manufacturing cells. The Operations Program Manager owns operational outcomes and execution alignment, working through Production Coordinators, Cell Supervisors, PP&C, and functional leaders to ensure commitments are met. Key Responsibilities Operations & Manufacturing Execution Safeguards manufacturing performance outcomes (quality, schedule, cost, productivity) across assigned programs and value streams. Creates production build plans in accordance with customer requirements, production cell capacity, manufacturing procedures, and acceptance test plans. Leads cross-functional resolution of material, capacity, and logistics issues; while the OPM does not perform transactional scheduling or expediting, it collaborates with supply chain, SIOP, quality, engineering, production coordination, and finance teams to identify risks and develop plans that support the program. This role will be performed ONSITE in our Collins Aerospace location in Durham, NH. What You Will Do Acts as Operations focal for Critical Programs, compliant with the Collins Management System Participates in and supports RLPM gate reviews from concept through production transition (Gate D - Endorsement and kick off) Establishes review and transition criteria which indicate predictable quality, schedule and cost Creates, Communicates and Drives adherence to the Production Plan Identify risks, gaps, and improvement opportunities impacting operational performance. Develop and execute cost reduction and process improvement initiatives. Lead corrective actions and action plans tied to productivity, yield, and efficiency. Facilitate integrated scheduling activities through Production Planning to align the master production schedule to program needs. Escalates risks when schedules, capacity, or materials threaten delivery. Drives recovery plans when schedules slip. Identify, communicate, and mitigate operational risks to program plans. Influence decisions within a matrixed organization and drive accountability to outcomes. Interface with Program Management, Engineering, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, and internal customers. Occasional travel of one trip per quarter. Qualifications You Must Have Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience or in absence of a degree, 12 years of relevant experience  The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance as required ​ U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance  Qualifications We Prefer Experience with program and business management tools Epicor proficiency and financial acumen Experience operating in matrixed organizations with minimal supervision May be eligible for relocation 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