Date Posted:
2026-01-28Country:
United States of AmericaLocation:
US-FL-MELBOURNE-307 ~ 1100 W Hibiscus Blvd ~ BLDG 307Position Role Type:
OnsiteU.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:
This job requires a U.S. Person. A U.S. Person is a lawful permanent resident as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) or who is a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, U.S. permanent residents, or individuals granted refugee or asylee status in the U.S. are considered U.S. persons. For a complete definition of “U.S. Person” go here. https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-22/chapter-I/subchapter-M/part-120/subpart-C/section-120.62*Security Clearance Type:
None/Not RequiredSecurity Clearance Status:
Not RequiredWe are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Manager Manufacturing Operations – 2nd shift* to lead operations from Friday through Sunday. This role is critical to ensure seamless operations during the weekend shift, maintaining productivity, quality standards, and achieving business objectives. The Senior Manager Manufacturing Operations – 2nd Shift will lead a team of operations supervisors, monitor performance, and ensure adherence to safety, compliance, driving output and operational excellence initiatives.
WHAT YOU WILL DO:
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Manage and supervise second shift operational activities during the week, ensuring all shifts meet production and efficiency targets.
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Act as the primary point of contact for operational issues during the second shift.
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Provide direction, guidance, and support to the second shift team to ensure smooth execution of tasks.
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Lead, motivate, and develop a team of employees, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment.
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Conduct shift meetings to communicate goals, expectations, and any updates.
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Address and resolve employee concerns or challenges promptly and effectively.
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Identify and implement opportunities for process improvement and waste reduction.
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Collaborate with other managers to ensure continuity between all shifts
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Enforce safety protocols and ensure the team adheres to all company policies and regulatory requirements.
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Conduct regular safety audits and a point of contact for any incidents.
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Promote a culture of safety awareness among team members.
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Track key performance indicators (KPIs) and provide regular updates to senior management.
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Identify and address any operational challenges to meet production goals.
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Implement lean principles to ensure everyone knows if we are winning or losing
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Prepare end-of-second shift operational reports summarizing achievements, challenges, and action plans.
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Coordinate staffing levels to align with workload demands.
QUALIFICATIONS YOU MUST HAVE:
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Typically requires University Degree and minimum 10 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 7 years of experience or in absence of a degree, 14 years of relevant experience.
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5+ years of experience in operations management or a similar role, with at least 2 years in a supervisory capacity.
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Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with ERP systems or production management tools.
QUALIFICATIONS WE PREFER:
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10+ years’ manufacturing experience within Aerospace Industry
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Strong leadership and team-building skills with the ability to inspire and guide teams.
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Proven ability to manage and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
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Problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.
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Communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively across all levels of the organization.
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Collaborative leadership behaviors that emphasize high goal setting, team empowerment and providing support.
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Proven ability to facilitate difficult conversations and communicate early, and concisely with individuals at all organizational levels.
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The ability to remain focused under pressure to assess and resolve challenges.
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Strong background of leading in a fast-paced, high mix manufacturing
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Drives change and innovation through smart risk taking.
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Collins Enterprise Values including Trust | Accountability | Respect | Collaboration | Innovation.
WHAT WE OFFER
BENEFITS
Some of our competitive benefits package includes:
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Medical, dental, and vision insurance
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Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
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Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
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Tuition reimbursement program
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Student Loan Repayment Program
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Life insurance and disability coverage
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Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
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Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
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Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
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Adoption Assistance
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Autism Benefit
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Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
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Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program
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Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits
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Bright Horizons, child and elder care services
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Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program
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And more!
This position may be eligible for relocation.
Learn More & Apply Now!
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.
Avionics delivers advanced cockpit displays, vision systems, and comprehensive digital solutions for global government, commercial and business aviation customers. We provide connectivity and managed data services to ensure safety and seamless communication for passengers, crews, and militaries, from aircraft and airports to air traffic management. Join us in creating solutions that connect the world, one flight at a time. Start your application 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.
As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.
The salary range for this role is 132,400 USD - 251,600 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.
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