Senior CORE Manager - Power & Controls Aftermarket (Hybrid)

Date Posted:

2026-07-09



Country:

United States of America



Location:

US-CT-WINDSOR LOCKS-B1 ~ 1 Hamilton Rd ~ BLDG 1



Position Role Type:

Hybrid



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 and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

Collins Aerospace is seeking a results-driven leader to support the implementation and advancement of CORE / Continuous improvement operating system as Power & Controls Aftermarket CORE Leader. This leader will unify and align all critical business elements and processes into a cohesive, high-performance CORE deployment model and be the face of CORE for P&C Aftermarket, working with each site’s leadership team and Regional CORE focals to effectively mature CORE culture and process. This role will report to Director, AM Quality and CORE, and the successful candidate will work closely with the CORE leadership team, Regional and Site leaders, Functional Leaders, and their regional teams to streamline operational processes, develop talent, and drive measurable improvements across their retrospective regions.

Ideally, this will be a hybrid role based in Windsor Locks CT. We are open to other P&C sites or will consider a remote option for preferred candidates.

What You Will Do

• Support development and execution of P&C Aftermarket CORE strategy and CORE Roadmap as defined by Aftermarket Leadership team.

• Lead roadmap development with Regional and Site Leadership and regional teams.

• Partner with CORE & Site Leadership to drive deployment and maturity of the CORE Operating System within sites and regions.

• Provide expert guidance to enhance process maturity and support improvement.

• Apply COSMIC and other process analysis tools to identify opportunities.

• Lead team to conduct CORE Framework assessment validations, ensuring consistency between regions.

• Lead and support benchmarking initiatives across the enterprise.

• Train employees in CORE methodologies, tools, and best practices.

• Coach local CORE focal and teams to strengthen overall CORE competency within regions.

• Plan and execute CORE Leadership Weeks in regions, ensuring value outcomes.

• Analyze data to identify automation opportunities and improve processes.

• Collaborate with site leaders to address operational challenges and deliver innovative solutions.

Qualifications You Must Have

• 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.

• Experience with Lean and Business Process Management tools to manage CI and transformational efforts.

• Must be willing to travel 25-50% of the time (International and Domestic).

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience leading cross-functional teams and influencing senior leaders within complex, matrixed organizations.

• 6+ years of experience delivering measurable, tangible improvements in business process environments.

• Advanced CORE certification (Professional or Expert level), or active progress toward certification.

• Operation / shop floor management experience.

• Continuous improvement and operational excellence experience.

• Strong communication, coaching, and mentoring skills with a collaborative mindset.

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!  

We make modern flight possible for millions of travelers and our military every second.  Our major product lines are on-board virtually every aircraft flying. Be it keeping passengers safe with our emergency power generation systems or creating a positive in flight experience through reliable cabin pressure controls and quieter engines, Power & Controls focuses on delivering a best-in-class experience to our customers. Their ideas drive our performance, and their integrity keeps our customers happy. Join us as we take flight! 

Role type definition:

Hybrid: Employees who are working in Hybrid roles will work regularly both onsite and offsite.  Ratio of time working onsite will be determined in partnership with your leader. 

Remote: Employees who are working in Remote roles will work primarily offsite (from home).  An employee may be expected to travel to the site location as needed. 

*Position is remote; however, if you live within a reasonable commute of a Collins site with other colleagues you interact with, your manager will discuss whether there is a degree of onsite presence associated with this role. 

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 132,400 USD - 251,600 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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