Security & Safety Jobs in El Segundo, CA (Now Hiring) — 806 open — Page 18

Date Posted:

2026-08-28



Country:

United States of America



Location:

US-CA-EL SEGUNDO-E01 ~ 2000 E El Segundo Blvd ~ BLDG E01



Position Role Type:

Onsite



U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance



Security Clearance Type:

DoD Clearance: Secret



Security Clearance Status:

Active and existing security clearance required after day 1

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.

Be a leader in Multi-domain Assured Navigation & Timing Applications (MANTA) Operations. This role will serve as manufacturing and program operations lead for three programs.

This role is responsible for driving Manufacturing Strategy, Planning and Execution for these programs. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Manufacturing Operations in the defense industry and must have experience with New Product Introduction and Transition to Production of complex programs. The candidate must have strong working knowledge of proposal development systems and will be responsible for presenting comprehensive strategies on Manufacturing Plans and how the efforts are proposed to customers.

The Candidate will support classified & unclassified programs within a technically diverse portfolio of complex products.

Collins Aerospace, an RTX company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio, and expertise to solve customers’ toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market.

Position will work onsite at our El Segundo, California location.

What You Will Do

• Support Operations for Manufacturing for a key and growing production sub-portfolio. Support to include:

• Lead capacity & capability assessments and CORE engagements at key manufacturing partner suppliers.

• Lead Manufacturing Readiness Assessments and Production Readiness Reviews

• Develop production plans and conduct Production Performance Milestone reviews, per RLPM requirements.

• Lead development teams through Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (PFMEA), Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) and coordinating actions/mitigation plans in accordance with AS9145 (APQP)

• Partner and collaborate with Program Office, Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain throughout the product life cycle

• Engage in daily tier meetings and monthly SIOP reviews to drive quality, cost, schedule, and inventory targets consistent with the overall business plan

• Manage Operations cost and schedule performance for full-rate production and new development deliveries at internal and external manufacturers

• Engage with Engineering and Supply Chain on requirements flow down for Operations and Supply Chain partners

• Engage with MANTA goal alignment – take on strategic initiatives that drive production improvements into the programs, as well as programs across the MAGS and MANTA portfolio

• For future product variants, influence product designs to achieve cost and schedule targets through active support to Design to Cost (DTC), Design for Manufacturing (DFM), and Design for Test (DFT) by optimizing cost drivers such as electronics producibility, test automation, test & manufacturing yield.

• Provide active support to Supply Chain Management by identifying materials constraints and logistics problem resolution to ensure availability of materials and smooth operations

• Direct and coordinate sequencing of work in partnership with Manufacturing, such as build and delivery, to ensure smooth operations and optimal use of resources

• Partner with internal customers to understand customer needs and issues and ensure customer satisfaction

• Must be willing and able to travel up to 50% of the time

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience

• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract

• Must have or be capable of obtaining a US Department of Defense (DoD) security clearance. Candidate selected will be subject to a government security investigation/reinstatement and must meet eligibility requirements

• 3+ years prior experience working in operations or engineering in a manufacturing environment

• Experience with project management

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience leading Manufacturing Readiness Assessments and Production Readiness Reviews

• Experience leading New Product Introduction (NPI) and Transition to Production (T2P) in Defense or commercial products

• Experience with RTX’s Customer Oriented Results and Excellence (CORE) operating system

• Working knowledge of Pro Pricer or equivalent tools, learning curves, application of rates and costs in government contracting.

• Experience supporting fact-finding and negotiations with DCMA and Government customers

• Experience and mastery of Manufacturing Readiness Assessments (MRA), PFMEA, PPAP and APQP

• Proven Experience in Earned Value Management & Certification

• Experience in lean manufacturing and Six sigma

• Experience with Excel (formulas, V-LOOKUPS, Pivot tables etc)

What We Offer:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Some of our competitive benefits package includes:

• 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 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, andreimbursement 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 and 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

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.

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 118,300 USD - 224,900 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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