Additive Manufacturing Operations Manager

RTX; East Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 132,000 - 252,000; Full time

Job summary

RTX, the world’s largest aerospace and defense company, seeks an Additive Manufacturing Operations Lead in East Hartford, CT. This onsite role focuses on leading AMPCC, coordinating with multiple RTX AM sites, and maturing AM processes and industrialization across projects.

You will drive RCCA, develop long-term AM strategies, support development builds, ensure quality and compliance, and mentor a team to deliver on-time, within-budget outcomes. A security clearance is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering or related field with 10+ years of relevant experience.
• Hands-on experience with laser powder bed fusion AM equipment.
• Experience leading a team of 3+ direct reports and interfacing with multiple functions.
• 3+ years experience with quality management systems (AS/ISO) in an approval role.
• 3+ years experience troubleshooting electromechanical systems and controls.
• 3+ years experience using MS Project, MES or ERP tools.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team to execute tasks and grow capabilities in the AMPCC.
• Coordinate with RTX AM development and production sites to improve efficiency.
• Develop short and long-term industrialization strategies for AM.
• Execute and support development builds on AM machines.
• Drive RCCA activities and implement corrective actions with documentation.
• Support proposal development and equipment projects.
• Oversee project scheduling and resource alignment to milestones.
• Enforce RTX CORE principles and maintain 6S and standard work.
• Manage EHS and Facilities activities for AMPCC readiness and compliance.
• Operate advanced measurement devices for AM machine characterization.
• Engage with suppliers and OEMs on projects and RCCAs.
• Lead the development of PO language for FAT/SAT and service agreements.
• Lead the development and implementation of a production-relevant QMS for AM.
• Drive OEM compliance to technical PO language for new equipment.
• Manage indirect budget for operations and maintenance.
• Train employees to ensure robust documentation and knowledge transfer.

Skills

Team leadership

Additive manufacturing

Project coordination

Quality management

On-site availability

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Advanced degree in Industrial/Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

MS Project

MES

ERP

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-10-23

Country: United States of America

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

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

What You Will Do

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:

• Manage a team to execute tasks and ensure smooth functioning of the AMPCC while growing the team’s skill sets and operational capabilities
• Coordinate with RTX AM development and production sites to improve operational efficiency
• Develop short and long-term strategies for future 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 6S
• 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
• Lead the development of PO language creation for FAT/SAT, maintenance documentation, service agreements, and other acquisition related requirements
• Lead the development and implementation of a production-relevant QMS for AM
• Drive machine OEM compliance to technical requirements of PO language for new equipment
• Manage indirect budget for operations and maintenance activities
• Train employees in various processes ensuring robust documentation and knowledge transfer

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 a Bachelor’s Degree in a related field and minimum of 10 years of relevant experience
• Hands‑on experience operating and maintaining laser powder bed fusion AM equipment
• Prior experience managing a team of 3 or more direct reports while collaboratively interfacing with multiple related functions
• Minimum 3 years experience with quality management systems and standards such as AS and ISO in an approval role
• Minimum 3 years experience basic troubleshooting of electromechanical systems and controls
• Minimum 3 years experience using MS Project, MES, ERP or similar tools
• Must be available on call to support high-priority business needs

Qualifications We Prefer

• Advanced degree in Industrial, Mechanical, Chemical, Manufacturing Engineering or related technical field with a minimum 7 years of industrial experience
• Highly organized, visible, proactive 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 portfolio with competing priorities
• Six Sigma black belt, RTX CORE Expert, or equivalent

What We Offer:

Whether you’re just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement and work/life benefits; career development and recognition programs. Some of the benefits we offer include parental (including paternal) leave, flexible work schedules, achievement awards, educational assistance and child/adult backup care.

This salary range for this role is 132,400 USD – 251,600 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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