Imagine a space where artificial intelligence meets aviation, and robotics redefine precision — where machines think, automate, and build the future of flight. Picture engineers working shoulder to shoulder with smart systems, crafting components that will soon soar across skies around the world. That’s exactly what’s taking flight in Bengaluru, as Collins Aerospace, a business of RTX, opens the doors to its sprawling 26-acre Collins India Operations Center (CIOC) at KIADB Aerospace Park.
This is not just another manufacturing facility — it’s a living lab of innovation, a place where technology, sustainability, and design come together to shape tomorrow’s aircraft. From aircraft seats and lighting to navigation, water, and evacuation systems, every product built here will carry a piece of India’s engineering brilliance to global markets.
The new site is equipped with next-generation technologies such as artificial intelligence, additive manufacturing, and robotics, setting a new standard in aerospace manufacturing. With precision-built infrastructure and intelligent systems, the facility promises to boost efficiency, quality, and innovation at every step.
“The Collins India Operations Center will drive operations and manufacturing for more than 70 Collins products, enhancing worldwide service transformation and delivering operational excellence,” said Roy Gullickson, Senior Vice President of Operations at Collins Aerospace. “The CIOC will also have incremental capacity to support future growth opportunities and customer requirements.”
Equipped with an Industry 4.0-enabled Building Management System, the facility offers a connected ecosystem that enhances speed, accuracy, and sustainability. It has also earned LEED Silver and Indian Green Building Council Silver certifications, reinforcing Collins’ commitment to green manufacturing. By 2026, the center will employ over 2,200 professionals, building its role as a vital hub in the company’s global network.
For nearly three decades, Collins Aerospace has been at the heart of India’s aerospace growth story. With over 6,500 employees across engineering, digital, manufacturing, operations, and supply chain functions, the company continues to expand its footprint. Earlier this year, Collins also announced a new Engineering Development and Test Center in Bengaluru — strengthening its commitment to innovation and technology in India.
As a global leader in intelligent and integrated aerospace and defense solutions, Collins Aerospace is redefining sustainable and connected aviation. Backed by RTX — the world’s largest aerospace and defense company with 185,000 employees and $80 billion in 2024 sales — Collins continues to push the boundaries of what’s possible, blending human ingenuity and advanced technology to power the skies of tomorrow.
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