Senior Manager, Mission / Quality Assurance (Onsite)

RTX•Coralville, IA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Collins Aerospace Mission Systems is seeking a Senior Manager, Quality Assurance to lead Quality operations at our Coralville, IA site. This role owns the strategic and tactical planning, execution, and continuous improvement of all Quality functions for the Coralville manufacturing operation. You will lead a high-performing team of Quality Engineers, ensuring product integrity, driving compliance to AS9100 standards, and enabling operational excellence across the site.

Requirements

Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 10 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 7 years of experience
Previous Lean Manufacturing / Continuous Improvement Experience required
U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Nice To Haves

Experience leading multidisciplinary Quality teams in a manufacturing or aerospace environment
Prior responsibility for maintaining AS9100 QMS compliance
Demonstrated success using Lean, Continuous Improvement, ACE, Kaizen, or ZDP methodologies
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence cross-functional partners
Working knowledge of shop floor processes, inspection methodologies, and new product/process introduction
SAP or similar ERP/MRP experience
Proven ability to plan, prioritize, coach, and manage teams in a dynamic environment

Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and manage quality plans, policies, standards, and processes to achieve site, business, and program quality targets.
Set the strategic direction for Coralville’s Quality function, ensuring alignment to Mission Systems and enterprise-wide Quality initiatives.
Lead organization-wide projects and continuous improvement efforts to strengthen quality systems and reduce COPQ (Cost of Poor Quality).
Maintain and improve the site’s Quality Management System (QMS) in compliance with AS9100, ensuring readiness for audits, assessments, and regulatory reviews.
Oversee the development and sustainment of program quality plans, inspection procedures, and operational quality controls.
Lead teams interpreting policies, industry standards, customer requirements, and government regulations to ensure ongoing compliance.
Direct and mentor a team of Quality Engineers, setting clear expectations and guiding performance management, development, engagement, and succession planning.
Build a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and cross-functional collaboration.
Drive Lean Manufacturing, Zero Defects (ZDP), ACE, and/or Continuous Improvement methodologies to optimize quality performance, reduce escapes, and strengthen process capability.
Oversee production process analyses, root-cause investigations, corrective/preventive action (CAPA), and implementation of sustainable improvements.
Lead efforts to collect, analyze, and leverage quality data from multiple operational and program sources to inform long-term strategy.
Partner closely with Program Management, Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, and other functional stakeholders to proactively address quality risks and support program execution.
Interface with customers as needed to support audits, resolve quality concerns, and champion improvement initiatives.
Ensure the preparation, accuracy, and maintenance of all Quality documentation, metrics, and governance required for internal and external compliance.
Monitor and manage performance metrics that impact quality throughout the Coralville operation.

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 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!