2nd Shift Manager, Special Process Cell (Onsite)

Prattwhitney; Middletown (CT); On-site; USD 108,000 - 205,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

RTX is seeking a results-driven supervisor for the Compressions Systems Module Center. You will guide bargaining-unit staff, drive continuous improvement, and manage projects to improve safety, quality, production, and cost. The role requires strong leadership, data interpretation, and cross-group collaboration.

Role emphasizes on-site supervision (2:30 PM – 12:00 AM), with training on first shift possible. A STEM advanced degree or equivalent experience plus PMP and Lean expertise are preferred.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in STEM with leadership experience in a bargaining unit/workforce environment.
• Bachelor’s degree with 8+ years of relevant industry experience or equivalent.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor, coach and motivate teams to achieve goals.
• Ability to read and interpret technical data, blueprints and engineering drawings.
• Project management skills; PMP certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance to skilled bargaining unit employees within the cell area.
• Lead employee engagement and continuous improvement efforts.
• Drive safety, quality, production, and cost-improvement initiatives.
• Oversee project management and cross-functional collaboration.
• Schedule work aligning with customer requirements and resources.
• Foster team building and effective communication.
• Uphold CORE/ACE/SixSigma and lean principles for process improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Project management

Communication

Reading blueprints

PMP certification

Lean Manufacturing

Microsoft Office

SAP

MRP materials management

Team leadership

Education

Advanced STEM degree

Bachelor’s degree

Associate’s degree

High School diploma / Military training

Tools

Microsoft Office

SAP

MRP materials management

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-08-31 Country: United States of America Location: US-CT-MIDDLETOWN-220A ~ Aircraft Rd ~ BLDG 220A

Position Role Type: Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: This job requires a U.S. Person. A U.S. Person is a lawful permanent resident as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) or who is a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, U.S. permanent residents, or individuals granted refugee or asylee status in the U.S. are considered U.S. persons. For a complete definition of “U.S. Person” go here. https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-22/chapter-I/subchapter-M/part-120/subpart-C/section-120.62

Security Clearance Type: None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status: Not Required

Company Overview

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

Compressions Systems Module Center (CSMC) is seeking a highly motivated, technically talented individual, who has a true desire to lead and coach in a dynamic operations environment to support our Special Process / Shared Services business units. You will lead sustained improvements in safety, quality, production, material procurement, and cost reduction. In conjunction to daily supervisor responsibilities, project management, effective communication and execution with support group members is critical to the department’s success. This role reports to the Operations Manager (Business Unit Leader) and will be supporting 2nd shift operations. Typical working hours are 2:30 PM – 12:AM, Monday – Friday. Training is available and may be required on our 1st shift for up to 3 months.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide guidance and direction to skilled bargaining unit employees within assigned cell area.
• Lead employee engagement and continuous improvement efforts.
• Lead sustained improvements in safety, quality, production, material procurement, and cost reduction.
• Perform daily supervisor responsibilities including project management, effective communication and execution with support group members.
• Establish work schedules taking into account customer requirements, resource availability and other priorities.
• Provide leadership and direction with an emphasis on team building through daily toolbox meetings, effective communications, and in developing an efficient team that is responsive to production requirements and changes.
• Demonstrate a 100% dedication to Quality, Environment Health and Safety (EHS) and continuous improvement.
• Understanding and ability to drive quality and customer satisfaction through our CORE operating system (Customer Oriented Results and Excellence).

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.
• Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) Personnel management experience, particularly within a bargaining unit / union workforce environment.
• Proven ability to lead mentoring, coaching, developing talent and motivate teams to achieve business goals.
• Ability to read and interpret technical data, blueprints, and engineering drawings.
• Organizational and project management skills, PMP certification preferred.
• Aftermarket Aerospace and Overhaul and Repair (MRO) industry experience.
• Working knowledge of shop practices, quality standards, processes and procedures.
• Understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles, and continuous improvement tools (CORE/ACE/SixSigma, QCPC and RCCA).
• Experience using Microsoft Office, SAP, MRP materials management, and MS Office Suite.
• Ability to work and effectively communicate with all levels of management, shop personnel and customers.

Qualifications We Prefer

• 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.
• Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) Personnel management experience, particularly within a bargaining unit / union workforce environment.
• Proven ability to lead mentoring, coaching, developing talent and motivate teams to achieve business goals.
• Ability to read and interpret technical data, blueprints, and engineering drawings.
• Organizational and project management skills, PMP certification preferred.
• Aftermarket Aerospace and Overhaul and Repair (MRO) industry experience.
• Working knowledge of shop practices, quality standards, processes and procedures.
• Understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles, and continuous improvement tools (CORE/ACE/SixSigma, QCPC and RCCA).
• Experience using Microsoft Office, SAP, MRP materials management, and MS Office Suite.
• Ability to work and effectively communicate with all levels of management, shop personnel and customers.

Role Type

In addition to transforming the future of flight, we are also transforming how and where we work. We’ve introduced role types to help you understand how you will operate in our blended work environment. This role is: Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance workers, as they are essential to the development of our engines. Candidates will learn more about role type and current site status throughout the recruiting process. For onsite and hybrid roles, commuting to and from the assigned site is the employee’s personal responsibility. 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.

Salary

The salary range for this role is 107,500 USD - 204,500 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels.

Benefits

• 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
• holidays

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.

Application Window

RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.

Company Description

RTX is an aerospace and defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 195,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.