Additive Manufacturing Operations Lead

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

Job summary

RTX AMPCC in East Hartford seeks an Additive Manufacturing Operations Lead to manage a skilled team, drive near‑term industrialization plans, and support development builds on advanced AM machines. You will implement RCCA actions, create rigorous standard work, and ensure quality and safety across projects.

You will engage suppliers, coordinate with OEMs, and help develop PO language and a AM‑focused QMS, while aligning resources to milestones on time and budget.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in a related field with extensive hands-on experience.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in additive manufacturing and leadership.
• Experience operating and maintaining advanced manufacturing equipment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage AMPCC team, ensure smooth operation and skill growth.
• Plan near-term industrialization and expand AM capabilities.
• Support development builds on AM machines and document RCCA results.
• Contribute to proposal development and project scheduling to meet milestones.
• Improve processes and enforce RTX CORE principles for quality and safety.
• Coordinate with suppliers and OEMs on projects and equipment.

Skills

Team leadership

Industrialization planning

Additive manufacturing

RCCA

Proposal development

Project scheduling

Process improvement

EHS & facilities

Measurement devices

Supplier engagement

PO language

QMS development

OEM compliance

Education

Advanced degree

Tools

MS Project

MES

ERP

Additive AM equipment

Job description

Location: US-CT-EAST HARTFORD-RTRC H ~ 411 Silver Ln ~ RTRC H

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. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

The Additive Manufacturing Process and Capability Center (AMPCC) encompasses a critical mass of Additive Manufacturing (AM) process and industrialization experts, the necessary equipment, and develops the strategic collaborations needed to rapidly mature the technology and manufacturing readiness of AM. The AMPCC is focused on the research, development and deployment of additive manufacturing tools and processes for our business units. The Additive Manufacturing Operations Lead will be responsible for one or more of the following activities as they relate to the AMPCC, including:

What You Will Do

• Manage a team to execute tasks and ensure smooth functioning of the AMPCC while growing the team’s skill sets and operational capabilities
• Develop plans for near term industrialization of AM and expansion of capabilities
• Execute and support development builds on various AM machines
• Drive RCCA activities, capture lessons learned, and implement corrective actions with documentation
• Support Proposal development activities for new projects, processes, and equipment
• Oversee scheduling of projects and align resources to meet milestones on time and budget
• Implement and enforce RTX CORE principles in AMPCC areas including process improvement and 5S
• Drive rigorous standard work documents, tools, and policies to maintain quality and consistency
• Manage EHS and Facilities activities to ensure AMPCC readiness, improve operational efficiencies, and ensure compliance with all required policies
• Operate advanced measurement devices in support of AM machine characterization activities
• Engage with suppliers and machine OEMs on various projects, RCCAs, and development opportunities
• Support the development of PO language creation for FAT/SAT, maintenance documentation, service agreements, and other acquisition related requirements
• Support the development and implementation of a production‑relevant QMS for AM
• Drive machine OEM compliance to technical requirements of PO language for new equipment

Qualifications You Must Have

The preferred candidate should have a strong understanding of engineering principles and hands‑on experience working with additive equipment. Candidate must be able to work effectively in a multidisciplinary, collaborative team environment focused on innovation and delivery and have demonstrated both verbal and written communication skills including: Typically requires an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum of 5 years of relevant experience Hands‑on experience operating and maintaining advanced manufacturing equipment Prior experience directly managing a team while collaboratively interfacing with multiple related functions Minimum 1 year experience with quality management systems and standards such as AS and ISO Minimum 1 year experience basic troubleshooting of electromechanical systems and controls Minimum 1 year experience using MS Project, MES, ERP or similar tools Must be available on‑call to support high‑priority business needs

Qualifications We Prefer

We Prefer MS in Industrial, Mechanical, Chemical, Manufacturing Engineering or related technical field with a minimum 5 years of industrial experience. Prior experience leading a team and interfacing with multiple support functions Hands‑on experience operating and maintaining laser powder bed fusion AM equipment Highly visible, pro‑active approach to leading and supporting an advanced technology development team with a relentless pursuit of continuous improvement Strong planning, problem solving, organizational, and project management skills applied to a highly dynamic project mix with competing priorities Six Sigma green belt, RTX CORE Professional, or equivalent

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 107,500 USD - 204,500 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
• 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.

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.