Senior Supervisor, Microelectronics Production (Onsite)

Date Posted:

2026-08-13



Country:

United States of America



Location:

US-IA-CORALVILLE-155 ~ 2855 Heartland Dr ~ HEARTLAND BLDG 155



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 Type:

None/Not Required



Security Clearance Status:

Not Required

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

Collins Aerospace is hiring a Senior Supervisor to support our microelectronics operations in Coralville, IA. This position provides direct leadership for production staff, machine operations, and the coordination of production plans, master schedules, inventory levels, and assembly activities. The role focuses on driving process improvements through lean methodologies, guiding and developing bargaining unit employees, and collaborating across multiple functions to meet quality, cost, schedule, and safety objectives.

This is an onsite role in Coralville, IA and is eligible for relocation assistance. This role may require occasional weekend support as needed.

What You Will Do 

• Direct support of microelectronics including production staff, machine operation, coordination of production plans, master production schedules, inventory levels and assembly schedules. 
• Makes modifications to processes in order to enhance the effectiveness of Industrial Engineering. 
• Utilize lean tools and methodology to drive performance improvements and minimize waste within manufacturing processes. 
• Responsible for the overall leadership, education, training, and guidance of bargaining unit personnel.
• Interface with all pertinent parties to meet and improve upon established quality, cost, schedule, and safety goals. 
• Reviews, establishes, and prioritizes production schedules based on product introduction, efficiency, materials supply and personnel resources. 
• Informs assigned associates of production and/or material problems and coordinates with support groups to resolve operational problems affecting schedules. 
• Establishes and modifies operational methods and processes by recommending changes in materials, equipment, and procedures; recommends departmental standards and practices. 
• Coordinates production activities with other functions such as materials, maintenance, marketing, new product development, customer service, manufacturing engineering, quality inspection, among others. 
• Responsible for recruitment, performance reviews, and training needs.
• Performs other related duties as required. 
   

Qualifications You Must Have 

• 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 
• Experience in leading people 
   

Qualifications We Prefer 

• Direct experience in manufacturing, electronics manufacturing ideal
• Highly motivated and self-directed 
• Direct experience in developing and motivating teams and personnel including conducting team meetings and employee performance and disciplinary reviews as appropriate
• Experience with Microsoft office products, SAP and schedule management tools
• Demonstrated ability to instill accountability and drive results within a team
• Experience working a union environment

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!​

The next chapter of our future as an aerospace company is here, and we are excited about what this means for our employees and customers! Get onboard the Collins Aerospace Operations team and play a part in managing our innovative products from inception to delivery. The Operations team continues to grow and aims to strengthen the connection of Manufacturing Operations, Supply Chain and Environment, Health & Safety (EH&S) across Collins Aerospace. In this dynamic environment, you will have the opportunity to network across our businesses and functions, all while improving the productivity, quality and efficiency of our operations worldwide.

*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. 

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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