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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 Operations and Maintenance Tooling Support (MTS) Manager leads all activities related to equipment maintenance, calibrated tooling, and overall asset reliability to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant operations. This role provides strategic operational leadership, drives cross-functional alignment, and oversees key initiatives including EH&S compliance, capital project coordination, and development program execution.
What You Will Do:
Primary Responsibility: Maintenance Tooling Support (MTS) Leadership
Lead and manage all Maintenance Tooling Support activities for the business unit, ensuring equipment reliability, optimized performance, and proactive maintenance strategies.
Oversee calibrated equipment, tooling, and gages to ensure full compliance with all regulatory and internal standards.
Partner with Facilities, Engineering, and Production teams to maintain equipment readiness that supports business unit operational objectives.
Coordinate capital equipment planning, installation, and improvement projects with internal Engineering teams and external suppliers.
Manage vendor relationships, project timelines, and resources to ensure successful and cost‐effective project execution.
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Manage the maintenance budget, ensuring appropriate cost controls while supporting operational effectiveness.
Make informed decisions regarding resource allocation to achieve near‐term and long‐term business unit goals.
Operational Oversight Across All Shifts
Ensure equipment operations and maintenance support across all production shifts to minimize downtime and sustain consistent flow.
Collaborate with Facilities, Materials, Quality, Engineering, Customer Support, and shift leadership to meet daily operational requirements.
Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S)
Promote a strong safety culture throughout the business unit.
Ensure compliance with all EH&S policies, regulatory obligations, and site‐level safety programs.
Production and Performance Management
Drive operational performance to meet quality, cost, and delivery goals.
Support deployment of the Standard Production System (SPS) and achievement of cell objectives in schedule, compliance, safety, and productivity.
Maintain continuous visibility into production status to ensure equipment, tooling, and resources meet demand.
Leadership, Communication, and Stakeholder Engagement
Provide clear, consistent communication across the business unit and cross‐functional teams.
Engage regularly with upper management at WPB and HSMC to deliver operational updates, identify risks, and recommend solutions aligned with business objectives.
Lead day‐to‐day operational decision‐making to support safe, reliable, and effective operations.
Development Program Execution
Lead implementation of new technologies, systems, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Drive cross‐functional coordination to ensure successful program execution.
Continuous Improvement & Cost Reduction
Identify and lead initiatives focused on efficiency improvement, cost reduction, and overall operational enhancement.
Qualifications You Must Have:
Advanced degree and 5+ years of experience in Military, Manufacturing, Business Operations Management, Engineering, Aerospace or Aftermarket industry; OR Bachelor’s degree and 8+ years of relevant industry experience; OR Associate’s degree and 10+ years of relevant industry experience; OR High School diploma or Military / Technical Training and 12+ years of relevant industry experience
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Ability to attain and maintain a Secret Clearance
Qualifications We Value:
Demonstrated ability to encourage teamwork, participation, and accountability
Experience directing skilled bargaining unit employees
Aerospace, manufacturing, or operations experience
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment
Proficiency with MS Office; experience with SAP preferred
Lean manufacturing/repair experience; CORE (ACE) or Six Sigma training a plus
Ability to meet tight deadlines and drive assignments to successful completion
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.
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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About RTX
Aerospace & Defense10,001+Founded 2020
RTX is a global aerospace and defense company that develops advanced technologies and systems for commercial, military, and government customers through its three business units: Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon.
