Associate Director - Manufacturing Operations Center (Onsite)

Date Posted:

2025-09-30

Country:

United States of America

Location:

01: Building 01 Windsor Locks One Hamilton Road, Windsor Locks, CT, 06096 USA

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:

None/Not Required

Joining Collins Aerospace is not just about finding a job; it’s about embarking on a journey to redefine the future of aerospace technology.

Collins Aerospace, an 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.

As the Associate Director - Manufacturing Operations Center, you will be responsible for overseeing all manufacturing processes within the aerospace operations center. This role involves strategic planning, operational management, and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity, quality, and efficiency. You will lead a cross-functional team, fostering a culture of collaboration and excellence while ensuring alignment with the company’s goals and objectives.

What You Will Do

• Strategic Leadership: Develop and execute manufacturing strategies that align with organizational goals, driving performance improvements and operational excellence.

• Operational Oversight: Manage day-to-day manufacturing operations, ensuring efficiency, quality, and adherence to safety standards.

• Team Management: Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team, promoting a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth.

• Process Improvement: Identify opportunities for process optimization and implement initiatives to enhance production efficiency and reduce waste.

• Quality Assurance: Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations, implementing best practices in quality management.

• Budget Management: Oversee the manufacturing budget, optimizing resource allocation to achieve financial targets.

• Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including engineering, supply chain, and quality assurance, to ensure seamless operations and product delivery.

• Reporting and Analysis: Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and prepare regular reports for senior management, providing insights on operational performance and areas for improvement.

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

Qualifications We Prefer

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related field; a Master’s degree is preferred.

• Progressive experience in a leadership role within a manufacturing environment, preferably in the aerospace sector or similar industry

• Strong working knowledge of manufacturing processes, quality control, and lean principles.

• Working ability to analyze complex data and make informed decisions.

• Experience with budget management and financial forecasting.

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!  

Eligible for rel