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Job description
Location: US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-108 ~ 400 Collins Rd NE ~ BLDG 108
Date Posted:
Country: United States of America
Location: US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-108 ~ 400 Collins Rd NE ~ BLDG 108
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 hiring a Demand Planning Professional to support our Mission Systems business. In this role, you will support mission‑critical military programs by developing and maintaining demand plans that translate customer requirements into actionable production and supply plans. You will partner closely with Business Development, Program Management, Finance, Operations, and Supply Chain to align priorities, manage constraints, and support on‑time delivery. You will represent the customer’s needs internally, using data and cross‑functional collaboration to help determine the best way to meet program commitments while balancing capacity, inventory, financial objectives, and supply chain requirements.
This is a hybrid role (working 2-4 days onsite per week) that can be based out of Cedar Rapids, IA, Rockford, IL, or Colorado Springs, CO. This role may have up to 20% travel and is not eligible for relocation. While Cedar Rapids, Rockford, or Colorado Springs would be preferred locations, we may be able to consider other locations that this position may interact with.
What You Will Do
Develop and maintain rolling 18+ month minimum unconstrained demand plan for OE, Aftermarket, and MRO / Spares using inputs of historical data, customer and business intelligence.
Lead Demand Reviews and drive cross‑functional alignment on the consensus demand plan.
Translate customer demand into requirements that support the master schedule and Operations.
Support SIOP activities, including financial reconciliation, supply reviews, and executive reviews.
Analyze demand, orders, inventory, market trends, and forecast variances to identify risks and opportunities.
Develop build‑to‑stock recommendations, burn‑down plans, sales forecasts, and inventory targets.
Monitor and communicate key metrics including forecast accuracy, inventory performance, OTD, and demand variance.
Ensure demand data integrity and compliance with customer contractual requirements.
Partner across functions to resolve constraints and make decisions that best support customer and business needs.
Drive continuous improvement in forecasting methods, planning processes, and tools.
What You Will Learn
Complete weekly review of orders and forecast reconciliation
Complete program reviews to align on variance, decisions, and key assumptions
Lead the monthly Demand review covering variance from prior and other key inputs
Demand planning with Kinaxis and ownership of demand parameters review bi‑annually
Support various SIOP Discussions including Financial Reconciliation, Supply Review (SP&Es), and Executive SIOPs
Understand Customer Contract requirements pertaining to Demand Elements
Review KPIs for trends and perform root cause corrective action as appropriate
Management Authorized Material (MAM) Approval Process adherence as required
Demand data maintenance (data integrity)
Timely communication and documentation of assumptions and variances to the Program Management Team (PMT) to support the overall SIOP process
Qualifications You Must Have
Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 2 years of prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field
Prior experience in Demand Planning and Forecasting
Travel as business needs dictate- could be up to 20%
Qualifications We Prefer
SAP and Kinaxis experience
Experience with Excel including Pivot tables and VLookUp
Experience leading and facilitating demand reviews
Demonstrated leadership in Demand Planning and Forecasting by effectively coordinating cross‑functional efforts and driving alignment across all areas
Experience analyzing complex data sets to draw meaningful insights and support high‑impact decision‑making
Familiarity with SIOP cycle
Experience working cross functionally with Operations, supply chain, master scheduling, program office and finance
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 illnessinsurance, 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!
The salary range for this role is 68,900 USD - 131,100 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.
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.
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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