Senior Manager - Site Transition Lead (Onsite)

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About The Position

At Collins Aerospace, we are redefining the future of flight through innovation, integrity, and operational excellence. As part of that mission, we are seeking a Senior Manager – Site Transition Lead to play a critical leadership role in executing complex manufacturing site transitions associated with work transfer activities. In this role, you will lead the site-level execution of transition plans across two repair centers, ensuring alignment with contractual commitments, operational requirements, and global program strategy. Acting as the primary multi-site liaison, you will coordinate closely with central program teams, technical experts, and local site leadership to ensure separation activities are executed accurately, efficiently, and in full compliance with business, customer, and regulatory expectations. This is a highly visible role requiring strong program leadership, operational expertise, and the ability to navigate ambiguity while driving disciplined execution. This is an onsite role and can be based at either our Phoenix, AZ or Miramar, FL locations. Anticipated travel is 25%.

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
Working experience within Program Management, Product Support, or similar field.

Nice To Haves

Degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline.
Experience supporting manufacturing operations and supply chain environments.
Experience with Aftermarket or MRO operations, including repair, overhaul, or service environments.
Experience supporting Collins products or similar aerospace control systems.
Prior experience supporting site transitions, or large-scale operational transformations.
Strong executive communication, presentation, risk management, and cross-functional leadership skills.
Willingness and flexibility to occasionally adjust work hours to support customers in different time zones

Responsibilities

Lead the execution of Separation Plan Management (SMP) transition activities at the site level, ensuring alignment with overall program strategy and timelines.
Act as the primary multi-site point of contact for all SMP-related transition efforts
Coordinate with site leadership, engineering, operations, supply chain, quality, and EHS teams to ensure readiness and support for transition activities.
Track and manage site-specific milestones, deliverables, and risks; escalate issues as needed to ensure resolution and program continuity.
Facilitate site-based planning sessions, technical reviews, and readiness assessments to ensure all functional areas are prepared for transition execution.
Ensure all data, documentation, and assets are prepared in accordance with contractual obligations, program requirements, and customer expectations.
Support the transfer of products, processes, and knowledge to receiving sites, while minimizing disruption to site operations and customer commitments.
Maintain clear and accurate site-level documentation, trackers, and status reports to support visibility and transparency across stakeholders.
Provide regular updates to central PMO and executive leadership on site readiness, risk status, and critical path activities.
Champion adherence to safety, compliance, and quality standards throughout the transition process.
Support onsite visits, audits, or meetings related to the SMP transition, including interactions with internal and external stakeholders.
Travel up to 25% may be required to support regional or program-wide coordination efforts.

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!