Sr. Manager New Product Introduction (hybrid) at Raytheon

New Product Introduction (NPI) Operations Senior Leader

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.

The New Product Introduction (NPI) Operations Senior Leader will be responsible for NPI strategic initiatives and leading a large team of professionals responsible for developing and executing standard work and influencing product design to drive predictability and repeatability into Operations. From a business perspective, the candidate will be required to assign, collaborate and communicate special projects, support NPI strategic and financial planning, and conduct training and career development sessions. The candidate should be highly motivated and results-oriented, with the ability to work independently and operate effectively with limited direction. Demonstrated ability to drive outcomes in a fast-paced, matrixed environment while exhibiting innovation, transparency, diplomacy, and strong cross-functional collaboration.

While this role supports a hybrid work arrangement, Richardson, TX is the preferred location due to proximity to the broader team. However, candidates located in Cedar Rapids, IA or Rockford, IL will also be considered based on business needs and alignment with leadership.

What You Will Do:

• Supports Strategic and Operational Planning for MiS NPI Org
• Leads a team of individual contributors identified as the NPI Operations Focal from product inception through a successful Gate D and/or project completion
• Contributes to development, modification, and review of NPI systems, processes, tools and reporting methods
• Set clear performance expectations, provide regular coaching and feedback, and support career development for team members
• Promote a culture of trust, accountability, and operational excellence
• Ensure adequate resourcing; manage staffing plans and succession planning
• Collaborates with Program Office, Engineering, and Operations Manufacturing to drive Key Performance Initiatives (KPIs) and provide the Operations voice in developmental decision making
• Directs and assists OPM support to capture lessons learned for major programs and facilitates team retention of lessons to reduce risk of repeat complexities
• Develop NPI vision and strategy for AS9145 within operations manufacturing and supply chain
• Support business travel up to 25%

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires University Degree and minimum 10 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 7 years of experience or in absence of a degree, 14 years of relevant experience
• Direct people leadership experience, including but not limited to conflict resolution, change management, fiduciary and budget responsibility, communication across all organizational levels, employee coaching and development, and escalation and communication of business challenges and outcomes to senior leadership.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• NPI Experience
• Deep understanding of product development processes, program lifecycle management, and manufacturing readiness
• Experience in aerospace, defense, or other highly regulated industries
• Knowledge of the RTX RLPM framework or similar phase-gate product lifecycle systems
• Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills

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!

At Collins Aerospace, our Interiors team is focused on innovation, safety and cost efficiency. But we don't just get people from point A to point B. We're committed to making air travel more comfortable, connected and secure. As a leader in aviation interior products and services, we're helping airlines and original equipment manufacturers create a positive experience for their customers. With offices and manufacturing facilities in more than 12 states across the U.S. and more than 10 countries around the globe, we're changing the game of aircraft interiors. Are you ready to join our team?

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.