Sr. Operations Manager (onsite)

Date Posted: 2026-11-05 Country: United States of America Location: US-AZ-PHOENIX-1007 ~ 1007 E University Dr ~ 1007 E UNIVERSITY DR 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 Sr. Operations Manager owns the execution of operations to achieve established targets and metrics within Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and Organizational development. This Phoenix, AZ based role leads a team of Operations Supervisors and directs a cross-functional IPT (Integrated Production Team) to ensure business objectives and customer requirements are met. This position fosters a culture of teamwork and accountability within the business interfaces, leading and motivating the team through the development and performance management of employees. What You Will Do : Maintain compliance to all regulations, laws, and management system requirements.  Proactively reduce EH&S risks and promote safe behaviors in the workplace. Support all safety programs to include behavioral based safety and job hazard analysis (JHA); ensure that Operations is flawlessly executing all required safety programs.  Manage capacity, demand, & resource plans to ensure rate readiness and 100% On-time delivery to internal and external customers.  Support the Sales, Inventory & Operations Planning (SIOP) process to ensure that adequate capacity and headcount are planned and maintained.    Drive employee engagement, foster positive culture, and execute strategic workforce planning initiatives.   Champion Continuous Improvement using the CORE operating system and lean manufacturing initiatives such as Tiered Accountability, Gemba, Visual Management, Process Mapping, Kanban, 5S, Kaizen, & Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA). Integrate tactical & strategic supply chain actions to ensure delivery and manage risk.  Support objectives for operating budgets, capital plans, and cost savings targets.  Ensure that utilization and labor efficiency are achieved, while sales output is realized. Achieve inventory improvements and reduce manufacturing variances.  Support the annual operational macro plan and ensure individual projects are implemented to resolve the problem, issue, or opportunity.    Execute robust talent management and succession planning processes.  Ensure all training and skills are assessed to ensure no critical skills gaps. Support business travel up to 5%.    Qualifications You Must Have : Typically requires a University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum of 10 years prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 7 years’ experience Experience in manufacturing, operations management, program/project management, or similar industrial environment Manufacturing leadership experience (including direct reports) Experience with manufacturing systems, such as SAP or equivalent Experience with Lean, CORE, Six Sigma, and structured problem‑solving methodologies   Qualifications We Prefer Knowledge of CORE Operating System and Lean Manufacturing principles Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite of applications Experience interpreting capacity plans, schedules, cost models, and performance dashboards Experience influencing without authority in a matrixed organization Ability to communicate to all levels of the organization What We Offer Benefits   This position may offer relocation. Some of our competitive benefits packages include:   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!   Learn More & Apply Now!  Do you want to be a part of something bigger? A team whose impact stretches across the world, and even beyond? At Collins Aerospace, our Mission Systems team helps civilian, military and government customers complete their most complex missions — whatever and wherever they may be. Our customers depend on us for intelligent and secure communications, missionized systems for specialized aircraft and spacecraft and collaborative space solutions. By joining our team, you’ll have your own critical part to play in ensuring our customers succeed today while anticipating their nee