Principal Specialist, Production Planner (Onsite)
RTXDate Posted: 2026-11-13

 Country: United States of America

 Location: US-IA-CORALVILLE-155 ~ 2855 Heartland Dr ~ HEARTLAND BLDG 155

 Position Role Type: Onsite

 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. The Coralville Process Center is in search of a production planner to support managing 1400+ unique assemblies across 9 production lines. Responsibilities will include monitoring daily output and current WIP of various process steps as well as assisting operators with errors and material availability issues. This individual will also handle route step adjustments for reworked assemblies as well as support rework needs. This role will be an integral part of pushing our production limits as we look to continue month over month output growth over the next year. What You Will Do Evaluate and coordinate production orders to ensure a controlled flow of materials and services to meet customer requirements. Release, sequence, perform detailed scheduling using APS (where applicable) and reschedule orders based on customer priorities, material availability, and capacity Identify bottlenecks, develop recovery plans for past-due orders, and drive execution through the S&OE horizon Coordinate with procurement to secure timely delivery of materials (shortage reviews, material availability) to convert planned orders to production orders on time Report on and troubleshoot MRP system generated exceptions on make parts and take corrective action on unfavorable trends as necessary Communicate any slips or production impacts that affect sales or delivery commitments Align inter-site transfer orders and support customer delivery commitments and priorities Track and report execution metrics (schedule adherence, WIP, Trapped Inventory, Nonconforming material (NCM)) Qualifications You Must Have Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience Proficient with Office Suite Previous Manufacturing Experience Qualifications We Prefer Experience with production planning Familiarity with electronics manufacturing SAP or similar ERP 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…