Manager, Manufacturing Operations (Onsite)

Date Posted: 2026-10-14 Country: United States of America Location: US-CT-EAST HARTFORD-ETC ~ 400 Main St ~ BLDG ETC Position Role Type: Onsite U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance Security Clearance Type: DoD Clearance: Secret Security Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required after day 1 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. Pratt & Whitney is a world leader in the design, manufacture and service of aircraft engines and auxiliary power systems and has been revolutionizing modern flight for over 100 years. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense. What You Will Do In this highly visible role, the Manager, Manufacturing Operations, will drive industrial rate readiness throughout the Value Stream for the Military Engines development programs. This person will also have the unique opportunity to partner with the research and development team. The Manager, Manufacturing Operations, is responsible for working with the program to drive the delivery, quality, and cost goals, while also focusing on identifying and mitigating risk in the short to long term. Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: Delivery assurance, supply chain sourcing and mitigation, operations assessments, ensuring timely transitions execution, with creation and completion of industrial plans Manage critical engineering changes to keep program commitment dates; development also encompasses new product introduction Support all program activities with the coordination and maintenance of the program industrial plan along with CIPTs, Module Centers, Partner Companies and Global Supply Chain Monitored part improvements through a series of Key Process Indicators and standard delivery metrics Support testing operations and work closely in vendor/partner relationships. Work closely with subject matter design and manufacturing engineering to help solve problems and mitigate risks Prepare/present content for Program Industrial Reviews Up to 25% regional, domestic travel Must be able to obtain a secret security clearance, as Military Engines development programs are classified in nature Qualifications You Must Have: A University degree and minimum 8 years’ experience in manufacturing, operations management, program/project management or similar industrial environment or an advanced degree with 5 years’ related experience U.S. Citizen - The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance Qualifications We Prefer: Possession of a current DOD Secret clearance Experience balancing and resolving conflicting priorities in a fluctuating environment SAP/MRP experience Experience using digital collaborative tools (i.e. Power BI, Confluence, Jira, Cameo) Master’s degree in Industrial, Mechanical, Manufacturing or Aerospace Engineering Please ensure the role type defined below is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role. This position is classified as: 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. As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the in…

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