Manager, Capital Planning Lead (Onsite)

Date Posted:

2026-06-29



Country:

United States of America



Location:

US-FL-MELBOURNE-308 ~ 1100 W Hibiscus Blvd ~ BLDG 308



Position Role Type:

Onsite



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

This job requires a U.S. Person. A U.S. Person is a lawful permanent resident as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) or who is a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, U.S. permanent residents, or individuals granted refugee or asylee status in the U.S. are considered U.S. persons. For a complete definition of “U.S. Person” go here: https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-22/chapter-I/subchapter-M/part-120/subpart-C/section-120.62



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.

As the Capital Planning Lead, you will play a crucial role in managing and optimizing our capital investments for the Avionics Manufacturing site. You will be responsible for developing and implementing strategies to ensure effective and efficient allocation of resources, aligning with the company's overall business objectives. In addition, this role will be responsible for customer rate readiness reviews.

Joining Collins Aerospace isn’t just about finding a job; it’s about embarking on a journey to redefine the future of aerospace.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:  

• Capital Budgeting: Develop and manage the annual capital budget for the Melbourne site, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and financial targets.
• Project Evaluation: Evaluate proposed capital projects, conducting feasibility studies, cost-benefit analyses, and risk assessments to support informed decision-making.
• Resource Allocation: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to allocate resources effectively, balancing the needs of various projects and departments within the Melbourne site.
• Financial Analysis: Conduct financial analysis to track project performance, monitor spending against budget, and identify areas for improvement or optimization.
• Compliance and Reporting: Ensure compliance with financial regulations and reporting requirements related to capital expenditures. Prepare and present regular reports to senior management.
• Risk Management: Identify and mitigate risks associated with capital projects, working closely with project managers and stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery.
• Vendor Management: Collaborate with vendors and suppliers to negotiate favorable terms and conditions, ensuring cost-effectiveness in procurement activities.
• Continuous Improvement: Drive continuous improvement initiatives in capital planning processes, identifying, and implementing best practices to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.

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 If position is Engineering/Other Technical Position:

• 5 + years’ experience in capital planning, budgeting, and financial analysis within a manufacturing environment.   
• SAP experience.
• Advanced MS Excel skills including index match, v-look ups, pivot tables, sum if & count if, and concatenate functions.  

QUALIFICATIONS WE PREFER:

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Business, Manufacturing, or a related field. MBA or relevant professional certification is a plus.
• Practical application of project management principles and practices, PMP Certification preferred.
• Experience using analytical and problem-solving skills to effectively identify and resolve issues and mitigate risks.
• Aerospace or avionics manufacturing experience.  
• Experience in a programming language such as Python or R. 
• Experience with data visualization - especially using Tableau and PowerBI tools. 
• Detail-oriented and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve operational goals.
• Collins Enterprise Values including Trust | Accountability | Respect | Collaboration | Innovation.

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!  

This position may be eligible for relocation.

Please ensure the role type defined below is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role. This position is classified as:

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.

Candidates will learn more about role type and current site status throughout the recruiting process. For onsite and hybrid roles, commuting to and from the assigned site is the employee’s personal responsibility.

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 107,500 USD - 204,500 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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