Operational Excellence Discipline Manager

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. The Operational Excellence Discipline Manager will lead a team of subject matter experts (Discipline Leads) that support Military Engines MRO&U (Maintenance, Repair, Overhaul, & Upgrade) depots around the world.  This team will be located in West Palm Beach, FL and Oklahoma City, OK; however, the Discipline Manager will be an on-site role located in East Hartford, CT.  This Discipline Manager’s team will own F135 MRO&U technical processes (e.g., assembly, balance, borescope, test) and will develop and maintain process PFMEAs and other standard work, as applicable.  The team will integrate with depot management, Process & Methods Engineers (PMEs), and OpX leads to baseline MRO&U readiness and to develop and assist in executing improvement projects to drive depot maturity, resulting in improved quality, delivery, and financial metrics (e.g., escapes, turnaround time, overhaul hours).  This role will report to the Director, ME Sustainment Operational Excellence. Key Responsibilities will include: Developing Readiness Levels and site standardization targets, in conjunction with Depot MRL Lead, Operational Excellence Manager, Global Depot Strategy Manager, and team leadership. Implementing measurement of depot maturity with Readiness Levels, in conjunction with Depot MRL Lead and Operational Excellence Manager. Lead integration of new technologies and/or business processes for the MRO&U network Participating in site baselines across CONUS and OCONUS depots. Leading team of ~5 to 7; Helping team members develop professionally through coaching, training, and hands-on leadership opportunities. Developing proficiency structure/guidelines for SMEs with Global Depot Strategy Manager. Progressing less-experienced team members through proficiency levels and identifying technical growth opportunities for more-experienced team members.

B.S. in Engineering. 10+ years equivalent experience or 8+ years with an advanced degree in Operations, Engineering, Program Management, or related function. US Citizen due to government contracts. Previous supervisory experience. Proficiency with F135 or other military engine assembly and/or test in a production or overhaul environment. Experience working with global sites. Must be able to obtain security clearance.

Supervisory experience with team members spread across locations. Familiarity with engine overhaul (military or commercial). Self-motivated, team player with good communication skills.  Ability to focus on results and successfully manage multiple tasks/projects. Experience working with and presenting to executive level management. Proven success working in a matrixed