Materials Associate IV

Date Posted: 2026-02-05
Country: United States of America
Location: US-NC-MONROE-4115 ~ 4115 Corporate Center Dr ~ CORP CTR
Position Role Type: Onsite

Employment Requirements

• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.
• Security Clearance: Not Required

About the Role

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

The Monroe site is one of Collins' largest MRO facilities in the world, and the repairs we provide are essential to keeping our airline and military customers' aircraft in service.

The Materials Associate IV is responsible for performing a variety of tasks associated with inventory control, stockroom, and logistics operations in accordance with established procedures.

What You Will Do

• Lead and prioritize component picking activities using established priority systems to support production schedules.
• Oversee and ensure accurate issuance of components to work orders, maintaining full batch and lot traceability.
• Coordinate and monitor daily restocking of components into Vertical Lift Modules (VLMs) to ensure stockroom accuracy and availability.
• Perform and oversee cycle count activities in accordance with inventory control and audit requirements; investigate and resolve discrepancies.
• Execute and review material movement transactions in SAP, ensuring accuracy for components moving in and out of the stockroom.
• Identify, document, and process quality notifications for non-conforming components; collaborate with Quality and Production teams on resolution.
• Serve as a point of contact for shop floor material issues, escalating risks and shortages as needed.
• Support training, onboarding, and guidance of Materials Associates to ensure adherence to standard work and best practices.
• Ensure compliance with all Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) policies, procedures, and required training.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires HS diploma (or equivalent, e.g. G.E.D in the US) or vocational/technical education in related discipline with a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.
• Experience with SAP or other ERP systems.
• Experience in a leadership or supervisory position

Qualifications We Prefer

• Prior experience working with inventory in a controlled environment.
• Computer skills, proficient with O365 programs.
• Prior experience working with VLM's (Vertical Lift Module).
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Openness to learning new systems/processes/technologies.
• Experience with SAP
• Degree in Business, Logistics, Supply Chain, or related fields.
• Knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma or CORE.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities.

Benefits

• 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!

About Our Team

Our Advanced Structures team leverages advanced materials and additive manufacturing to develop complex interior and exterior solutions. These solutions ensure structural integrity of the aircraft, help aircraft take off and land, stay trim in the air, move forward, carry cargo and conduct rescues. We delight our customers with superior products and best-in-class service. Our global team is committed to continuous improvement – we work hard to make our solutions lighter-weight, stronger and more technically advanced, so that plane travel can be safer, more affordable and more sustainable in the years to come. We are looking for the best and brightest to fly and land with us!

Role Type Definition

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. Regardless of your role type, collaboration and innovation are critical to our business and all employees will have access to digital tools so they can work with colleagues around the world – and access to Collins sites when their work requires in-person meetings.

Additional Information

At Collins, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibility. 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.

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.

Equal Opportunity

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.