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At RTX, the world 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 spanet 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:

The Operational Excellence Director will be responsible for development and leadership of a world-class operation supporting current business needs and growth.  This role is responsible for establishing and implementing the strategic plan for the Columbus Blades business in a complex site, establishing, and executing production and quality objectives, strategic planning of manpower and process improvements and maximize labor and equipment utilization.

• Lead cost reduction efforts and process improvements to ensure efficiency and cost effectiveness

• Lead capital planning and deployment to ensure investments align with long‑term capability

• Drive yield improvement and delivery performance for the Blades business.

• Drive talent development across the OpX team and ensure ready now successors for key positions

• Accountable for overall safety of the workforce, through strategic direction and cultural deployment of leading indicators

• Enhance CORE (Customer Oriented Results and Excellence) and SPS along with the operational procedure, systems and principles in the areas of information flow and management, business processes, and enhanced management reporting to achieve world class safety, quality, delivery and cost.

• Lead end‑to‑end NPI execution, ensuring new products are industrialized with world‑class quality, stable processes, and predictable ramp‑up performance.

• Champion technology insertion initiatives that improve quality, reduce variation, and enhance operational efficiency

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Bachelor’s degree and 14 or more years of experience in an engineering, manufacturing operations management, production or similar environment OR a Masters degree and 12 or more years of experience in an engineering, manufacturing operations management, production or similar industrial environment

• Understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles (Kaizen events or experience with a continuous improvement program)

• Demonstrated leadership skills with direct supervisory experience of a large scope

• Experience working in the aerospace industry

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Master’s degree in engineering or a related technical discipline.

• Experience in aerospace, defense, or other highly regulated, high‑precision manufacturing environments.

• Background in automation, digital manufacturing, advanced machining, or next‑generation manufacturing technologies.

• Lean, Six Sigma, or CORE certification (Black Belt or equivalent).

• Experience leading capital strategy, technology roadmaps, and large‑scale transformation

Learn More & Apply Now:

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 interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.

The salary range for this role is 186,200 USD - 353,800 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

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.

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.

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