Date Posted:
2026-01-29Country:
United States of AmericaLocation:
US-MN-BURNSVILLE-MEMS ~ 14300 Judicial Rd ~ MEMS BLDGPosition Role Type:
OnsiteU.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 RequiredSecurity Clearance Status:
Not RequiredAs a Product Manager for the Engines and MEMS organization, for hardware production, you will play a critical role in managing the end-to-end lifecycle of physical hardware products, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and industry-specific requirements. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive manufacturing efficiency, meet operational goals, and deliver high-quality hardware solutions for aerospace and defense applications. This position offers opportunities to lead strategic initiatives, optimize production processes, and address complex challenges in hardware manufacturing and supply chain management.
What YOU Will Do:
Leadership and Proactive Problem Resolution:
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Lead PMT initiatives to drive proactive problem-solving across the product line.
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Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address challenges such as resource allocation, yield improvements, and on-time delivery (OTD) issues.
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Act as a key point of contact to ensure timely resolution.
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Proactively identify and resolve issues related to manufacturing processes, assembly, and quality control.
Strategic Planning and Execution:
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Drive strategic planning efforts, including the development of technology programs focused on hardware production advancements.
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Monitor product line strategies and metrics, such as production schedules, inventory reduction, and cycle times, to ensure operational goals are achieved.
Continuous Improvement and Efficiency:
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Guide continuous improvement initiatives to optimize manufacturing processes, enhance yield, and reduce scrap and rework.
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Collaborate with production teams to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and maintain high-quality standards in hardware production.
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Partner with supply chain teams to ensure timely availability of materials and components for production readiness.
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Identify opportunities for process enhancements and foster a culture of excellence, safety and quality.
Business Growth and Development:
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Review and present plans, progress reports, and proposals related to the business aspects of the product line.
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Develop and execute new product line strategies to ensure capabilities required match market timing,
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Support business development efforts, including proposals, budgets, and contracts
Product Lifecycle Management:
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Direct all phases of the product lifecycle, from inception through completion, ensuring successful outcomes at each stage.
Customer and Stakeholder Engagement:
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Act as a liaison between customers, internal teams, and stakeholders to ensure customer satisfaction and alignment with business objectives.
What You Will Learn:
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Advanced skills in managing hardware production operations, manufacturing processes, and supply chain optimization.
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Best practices in hardware lifecycle management and continuous improvement methodologies.
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Techniques for addressing production challenges, such as yield improvements, OTD issues, and resource allocation.
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Strategies for growing hardware product lines and driving profitability in aerospace and defense markets.
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Insights into delivering high-quality, industry-compliant hardware solutions while balancing cost, efficiency, and customer satisfaction.
Qualifications You Must Have:
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Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience
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Strong analytical, organizational, and leadership experience with a focus on hardware production and manufacturing.
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Experience in managing product lifecycles, continuous improvement efforts, and/or supply chain coordination for physical products.
Qualifications We Prefer:
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Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels.
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Ability to drive strategic initiatives and collaborate with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
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SAP Business System Experience
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Industry certifications such as Six Sigma/Lean/Project Management
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Prior Aerospace and Defense experience
What We Offer:
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!
May be eligible for relocation.
Learn More & Apply Now!
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.
Please ensure the role type (defined below) is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role.
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.
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 107,500 USD - 204,500 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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