Lead Tech, Business Operations Specialist (Onsite)

RTX•North Charleston, SC

1d•$60,000 - $114,000•Onsite

About The Position

At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world. Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense. Collins Aerospace is looking to hire a Lead Tech, Business Operations Specialist to join our team. In this role, the selected candidate must be willing and able to work flexible schedules to support operational and customer requirements, including occasional evenings, weekends, and travel. While performing the duties of this job, the associate may be exposed to manufacturing, hangar, flight line, or customer operational environments.

Requirements

Typically requires an AA/AS degree (or other 2-year post high school training) with a minimum of 8 years relevant experience
Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the company’s immigration sponsorship now or in the future.
The company will not offer immigration sponsorship for this position.
The company will not seek an export authorization for this role.

Nice To Haves

Experience leading operational projects, business transformation initiatives, or continuous improvement efforts in an aerospace, manufacturing, maintenance, or technical services environment
Demonstrated experience utilizing Lean, Six Sigma, CORE, or similar process improvement methodologies
Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities, stakeholders, and deadlines simultaneously
Experience developing business metrics, dashboards, performance reporting, and data-driven improvement strategies
Experience supporting Environmental, Health & Safety programs and regulatory compliance initiatives
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, PowerPoint, Project, and related business tools

Responsibilities

Lead and manage multiple operational projects, business initiatives, and strategic priorities from planning through execution, ensuring successful outcomes and sustainable implementation
Develop comprehensive project plans, establish milestones, identify risks, and proactively drive mitigation actions to ensure project objectives are achieved
Own the execution and results of strategic initiatives and operational changes, maintaining accountability for delivering intended business outcomes
Facilitate cross-functional collaboration across operations, programs, quality, supply chain, finance, EH&S, and other support organizations to achieve project goals
Monitor project performance, communicate status updates to stakeholders, and escalate issues as appropriate to ensure timely resolution
Support site leadership in evaluating, prioritizing, and implementing operational improvements aligned with business objectives
Identify and lead initiatives that improve safety, quality, delivery, efficiency, and cost performance across the organization
Utilize CORE, Lean, Six Sigma, and other continuous improvement methodologies to drive sustainable process improvements
Develop, maintain, and analyze operational metrics, dashboards, and performance reports to measure effectiveness and identify improvement opportunities
Facilitate root cause analysis, corrective action planning, and implementation efforts for operational and business challenges
Standardize best practices, tools, and processes across multiple sites and organizations to improve consistency and operational effectiveness
Influence adoption of standardized processes and continuous improvement initiatives across Field Support and Final Assembly Line locations, regardless of direct reporting relationships
Lead and support site EH&S initiatives that promote a culture of safety, compliance, and employee engagement
Coordinate safety audits, inspections, corrective actions, and follow-up activities to ensure timely resolution of identified issues
Partner with Boeing, site leadership, and EH&S organizations to ensure compliance with company policies, customer requirements, and regulatory standards
Track and report EH&S performance metrics and support continuous improvement efforts related to workplace safety
Coordinate onboarding, site access, training, and related administrative processes to support operational readiness
Review and validate contractor timekeeping, labor reporting, and workforce-related documentation
Maintain operational records, reports, business metrics, and documentation in accordance with company requirements
Support workforce planning, scheduling, resource coordination, and operational readiness activities
Assist leadership with planning and execution of site priorities, customer commitments, and business objectives
Drive alignment, accountability, and execution across cross-functional teams to achieve business objectives and operational priorities
Influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization to support strategic initiatives, process improvements, and organizational change
Lead change management activities associated with new processes, systems, and business initiatives
Foster a culture of collaboration, continuous improvement, operational excellence, and customer focus
Demonstrate leadership behaviors aligned with company values while mentoring team members and supporting organizational development

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 Program, 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