Date Posted:
2026-02-18Country:
United States of AmericaLocation:
US-IL-ROCKFORD-P6 ~ 4747 Harrison Ave ~ 4747 HARRISON AVE-P6Position Role Type:
HybridU.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 RequiredThe Aftermarket Demand Planner plays a critical role in enhancing customer satisfaction and operational performance across Collins Aerospace’ global aftermarket business. In this role, you will partner cross-functionally with Supply Chain, Operations, Engineering, Product Management, and Program Leadership to develop accurate demand schedules, optimize inventory, and ensure alignment between market needs and manufacturing capacity.
By translating complex data into actionable insights, you will help drive on-time delivery, assist in development and execution of the business unit sales plan, and strengthen overall aftermarket responsiveness. This role is ideal for a proactive, analytical professional who thrives in a fast-paced, highly collaborative manufacturing environment.
What You Will Do
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Develop, maintain, and continuously improve aftermarket parts demand across product lines and customer segments.
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Partner with, proposal management, contracts, repair planners, program managers, and other cross functional teams to align ERP system demand with lead-time, customer expectations and business strategy.
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Collaborate closely with plant operations and supply chain teams to align production capacity, material availability, and fulfillment plans with scheduled demand.
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Define, support, and track aftermarket planning reports, KPIs, and performance metrics (inventory health, service levels, on-time delivery, sales targets etc.).
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Analyze supply, demand, and inventory data to develop dashboards, visualizations, and executive-level presentations.
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Project inventory requirements and identify gaps, risks, and opportunities to improve inventory optimization and planning accuracy.
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Investigate and resolve data integrity issues, system challenges, and calculation discrepancies across planning tools and ERP systems.
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Perform root cause analysis on recurring planning issues and implement corrective actions to drive sustainable improvements.
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Drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance planning processes, data quality, and operational performance.
Qualifications You Must Have
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Typically requires a University degree and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience.
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Working experience within a production and inventory management, supply chain, materials planning, or similar role.
Qualifications We Prefer
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Experience leading or supporting data analysis initiatives and system/data migration projects within demand planning or supply chain environments.
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Experience working within SAP or similar ERP/MRP systems.
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Working experience with Continuous Improvement / Lean / Six Sigma.
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Project Management experience is preferred.
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!
We make modern flight possible for millions of travelers and our military every second. Our major product lines are on-board virtually every aircraft flying. Be it keeping passengers safe with our emergency power generation systems or creating a positive in flight experience through reliable cabin pressure controls and quieter engines, Power & Controls focuses on delivering a best-in-class experience to our customers. Their ideas drive our performance, and their integrity keeps our customers happy. Join us as we take flight!
Role type definition:
Hybrid: Employees who are working in Hybrid roles will work regularly both onsite and offsite. Ratio of time working onsite will be determined in partnership with your leader.
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 86,800 USD - 165,200 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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