Manufacturing Engineering Manager (Onsite)

Date Posted:

2025-10-30

Country:

United States of America

Location:

HOH12: Wheels & Brakes - Troy 101 Waco Street, Troy, OH, 45373 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 isn’t 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. 

Come join Collins as Senior Manager, Manufacturing Engineering for Troy wheels & brakes manufacturing operations onsite in Troy Ohio. As a Senior Manager, you will lead the execution of long-term strategic plans spanning over 3 years. You will oversee a team of technical professionals focusing on tactical and operational plans to drive efficiency and excellence in manufacturing processes for a wide variety of manufacturing operations including machining, material finish, and robotic paint. Your role will involve tackling undefined, difficult, and moderately complex problems, communicating with stakeholders both within and outside the organization, and driving superior manufacturing performance.

• This position will be Onsite at our Troy, OH Facility.
• This position may be eligible for relocation.

What You Will Do 

• Drives a focus of safety across site. Hold yourself and the team accountable for safety compliance / requirements
• Lead and develop a team of manufacturing engineers  and technical personnel
• Establish performance metrics for manufacturing processes and implement methods to sustain
• Identify and implement process improvements using Lean manufacturing principles and statistical analysis
• Lead root cause investigations, improve yield, and reduce non-conformances 
• Oversee the integration of new automation technologies and upgrades to existing systems
• Ensure timely delivery of projects within scope and budget
• Ensure adherence to quality management system and product safety requirements 
• Travel up to 10% 

What You Must Have 

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 10 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 7 years of experience
• 5+ years’ experience leading engineering professionals including building effective teams
• Experienced with project management
• Experience reading and interpreting material and process specifications, engineering drawings, technical reports, manuals, and work instructions
• Experience adapting machine and equipment design to factory and production conditions
• Ability to multitask, problem solve and manage time effectively.

  

Qualifications We Prefer 

• Proven ability to influence cross-functional teams
• Strong analytical, numerical and reasoning abilities using root cause analysis and statistics. 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. 
• Understanding of PLC controls or CNC programming
• Results oriented, with a strong bias for action. 
• Strong technical expertise in manufacturing processes, automation, and quality management systems. 
• Proficiency in strategic planning, budget management, and project management methodologies; PMP certification. 
• Experience in industrial engineering
• Experience in developing and implementing new processes, standards, and best practices. 

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!  

Learn More & Apply Now!

Our Advanced Structures team leverages advanced materials and additive manufacturing to develop complex interior and exterior solutions. These solutions ensure structural integrity of the aircraft, help aircraft take off and land, stay trim in the air, move forward, carry cargo and conduct rescues. We delight our customers with superior products and best-in-class service. Our global team is committed to continuous improvement – we work hard to make our solutions lighter-weight, stronger and more technically advanced, so that plane travel can be safer, more affordable and more sustainable in the years to come. We are looking for the best and brightest to fly and land with us!  

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*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.

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 124,000 USD - 250,000 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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