Joining Collins Aerospace isn’t just about finding a job; it's about embarking on a journey to redefine the future of aerospace. 

The Burnsville site produces sensors and integrated video systems that serve all three portfolios (Commercial Avionics, Business & Reginal Avionics & Military Avionics and Helicopters) for the Avionics strategic business unit with Collins Aerospace.  As the Operations Site Leader, you will be responsible for overseeing and optimizing all aspects of our Burnsville site’s operations including the I4.0 Transformation. You will play a pivotal role in leading a diverse team and ensuring the sites safety, productivity, and efficiency.  The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership and management skills, a deep understanding of operational processes, and the ability to implement strategies that drive continuous improvement. 

WHAT YOU WILL DO: 

• Lead the execution of operations and projects to meet established targets and metrics, including an average of 900 total employees.  

• Establish and oversee long term organizational goals and objectives to ensure alignment with broader organizational targets and strategies.  

• Strategize and design production plans, balancing tactical and strategic demands considering product introduction, equipment efficiency, materials supply constraints, schedules, and staffing requirements to meet operational objectives and business unit goals.  

• Direct the development and implementation of activities in production areas to ensure timely, high-quality production at the lowest cost consistent with the quality requirements.   

• Serve as primary champion for quality improvement, CORE and Six Sigma programs at the sites - accountable for reduction of inventory, cost and waste.   

• Drive improvement in productivity by implementing process automation and best practices.  

• Develop strategic facilities plan and ensure cap-x alignment and on plan.   

• Drive cost reduction and synergy plans across operations organization.   

• Establish strategy for a multi-functional team including EH&S, facilities, planning, manufacturing engineering, training, logistics and operations to ensure the Burnsville site operations meets business strategy goals and objectives.  

• Ensure adherence and execution to all EHS policies and procedures 

QUALIFICATIONS YOU MUST HAVE: 

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) unless prohibited by local laws/regulations and minimum 14 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 12 years of experience or in absence of a degree, 18 years of relevant experience. 

• 10+ years of experience in a leadership role in a manufacturing environment.  

• U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or granted refugee or asylee status) as defined here: https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-22/chapter-I/subchapter-M/part-120/subpart-C/section-120.62   

QUALIFICATIONS WE PREFER:  

• 4+ years of experience as a manufacturing site lead.  

• Experience with a site transformation.  

• Experience with practical application of CORE, Toyota Production System, or LEAN methodology to drive improvement. 

• Utility talent with experience in roles within the value stream outside of Manufacturing   

• Ability to lead in challenging times (COVID, WOTF) and displays the change management acumen to lead people where they might not go themselves.  

• Experience in process automation.  

• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve operational goals. 

• Collins Enterprise Values including Trust | Accountability | Respect | Collaboration | Innovation. 

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.  

WHAT WE OFFER  

This position may be eligible for relocation assistance.

BENEFITS:  ·  

• 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!  

DEI/Re-Empower Statements Diversity drives innovation; inclusion drives success. We believe a multitude of approaches and ideas enable us to deliver the best results for our workforce, workplace, and customers. We are committed to fostering a culture where all employees can share their passions and ideas so we can tackle the toughest challenges in our industry and pave new paths to limitless possibility. #reempowerprogram  

This role is also eligible for the Re-Empower Program. The Re-Empower Program helps support talented and committed professionals as they rebuild their capabilities, enhance leadership skills, and continue their professional journey. Over the course of the 14-week program, experienced professionals will gain paid, on-the-job experience, have an opportunity to participate in sessions with leadership, develop personalized plans for success and receive coaching to guide their return-to-work experience. Upon completion of the program, based on performance and contributions participants will be eligible for a career at RTX. Minimum Program Qualifications: 

• Be on a career break of one or more year at time of application 

• Have prior experience in functional area of interest 

• Have interest in returning in either a full-time or part-time position 

Our Avionics team advances flight deck solutions, airborne communications, vision systems, sensors and fire protection for commercial and military customers around the world. That means we’re helping people reach their destination safely and keeping pilots, passengers, flight crews, airlines, airports and military personnel connected and informed. And we’re providing industry-leading fire protection and safety systems that our customers can count on when it matters most. Are you ready to learn from the most knowledgeable experts in the industry, develop the technologies of tomorrow and reach new heights in your career? Join our Avionics team today. 

Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products. Regardless of your role type, collaboration and innovation are critical to our business and all employees will have access to digital tools so they can work with colleagues around the world – and access to Collins sites when their work requires in-person meetings. 

At Collins, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibility. And the bonds we form – with our customers and with each other -- propel us all higher, again and again. Apply now and be part of the team that’s redefining aerospace, every day.