Operations Manager (onsite)

Date Posted:

2026-05-11

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-TX-SAN MARCOS-2005 ~ 2005 Technology Wy ~ TECHNOLOGY

Position Role Type:

Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

The company will offer immigration sponsorship for this position, if needed.​ ​ The company will seek an export authorization for this role, if required. RTX must be able to obtain and maintain the U.S. export authorization.

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.

Collins Aerospace is looking for a Senior Manager, Manufacturing Operations who will be responsible for leading the operations organization as well as driving current and future business development opportunities that align with site strategy and capabilities. In addition, you will act as a customer focal point, ensuring customer quality, delivery, and cost expectations are met. As a Senior Operations leader you will also be responsible for working alongside other organizations and operations functions to optimize business processes and develop talent within the manufacturing site.

This position works onsite in San Marcos, TX. - (Great Austin Area)

Relocation assistance available.

What You Will Do:

• Lead and oversee manufacturing operations and adjacent functions to ensure daily production requirements, quality, delivery, and cost objectives are achieved.

• Drive operational execution and implement corrective actions for deviations to production plans or business objectives.

• Serve as the operational leader and representative of the organization with customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.

• Coach, mentor, and develop high-performing teams while fostering an environment of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

• Partner with business development, strategy, engineering, quality, supply chain, and other cross-functional teams to support business growth, operational readiness, and customer commitments.

• Support production, repair, overhaul, and new product introduction activities while advocating for customer requirements and operational excellence.

• Lead continuous improvement initiatives utilizing Lean Manufacturing principles, root cause corrective action, and operational performance metrics.

• Ensure effective production scheduling, inventory optimization, materials management, and manufacturing execution.

• Build strong relationships and credibility across all levels of the organization while influencing stakeholders in a matrixed environment.

• Promote a safe, inclusive, and people-focused culture by providing actionable feedback, development opportunities, and leadership support.

• Support business travel up to 20%.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 10 years prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 7 years experience

• Minimum 5 years of leadership experience in manufacturing or operations management.

• Experience in aerospace, automotive, metal fabrication, welding, machining, mechanical assembly, or other complex manufacturing environments.

• Experience with manufacturing operations, production scheduling, materials management, and/or quality systems.

• Experience leading teams within a matrixed organization and collaborating across multiple functional areas.

• Experience in crisis management, operational recovery, and/or execution in dynamic manufacturing environments.

• Experience implementing and managing Operations Manageme