Manager, Quality Assurance

Date Posted:

2026-10-28



Country:

United States of America



Location:

US-IA-BELLEVUE-186 ~ 1500 State St ~ STATE



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 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 dynamic Manager, Quality Assurance to lead, develop, and inspire a team of product quality assurance professionals at our Bellevue, Iowa, manufacturing site. As a key facility for advanced aerospace technologies, electronics, and communication devices, the Bellevue site plays a critical role in delivering high‑quality, mission‑ready products. In this role, you will set strategic direction, champion continuous improvement, and collaborate across the organization to advance our quality objectives. This is an onsite position reporting to the Associate Director of Product Quality.

This is an onsite role in Bellevue, IA and is eligible for relocation.

What You Will Do

• Lead a team of Quality Engineers and Quality Assurance Technicians.
• Oversee a people leader of Certified Inspectors.
• Collaborate across multiple Avionics locations to ensure effective decision-making among teams.
• Apply the CORE operating system to daily practices within the Quality team and in partnership with Operations teams across multiple sites.
• Develop and lead the implementation of organizational projects and processes to ensure continuous quality improvement.
• Drive quality improvement processes to reduce product Scrap, Rework, and Repair (SRR) costs, internal defects, and escapes.
• Direct the collection and analysis of quality data from multiple sources to develop long-term quality strategies and programs.
• Conduct production process analyses to ensure quality standards are met and recommend improvements.
• Establish, oversee, and coordinate quality policies and practices.
• Recruit, retain, and develop talent within the Quality team.
• Incorporate lessons learned and industry best practices into quality initiatives.

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
• 5+ years of experience in manufacturing or operations functional areas.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience leading teams in a quality assurance or related capacity.
• Experience in implementing and managing quality improvement processes.
• Previous experience in Quality Assurance and/or audit functions.
• Experience working in a cross-functional environment.
• Experience with leadership communication and presentation.
• Quality experience within aerospace or a similar technical industry  
• Experience with Quality Management Systems.

What We Offer Benefits   

• Some of our competitive benefits packages include:   
• 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 possibilities. 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 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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