Cell Leader - 3rd Shift/Overnight (Onsite)

Pratt & Whitney; North Berwick (ME); On-site; USD 68,900 - 131,100; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Pratt & Whitney, located in North Berwick, ME, is seeking an experienced leader to support their engineering teams focused on aircraft engine manufacturing. This role involves applying continuous improvement techniques to enhance quality and operational performance.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's or Associate's degree with relevant experience, be proficient in MS Office, and demonstrate strong leadership and analytical skills. U.S. citizenship is mandatory for this role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and minimum 2 years experience in engineering or related field.
• In lieu of a degree, 6 or more years' experience is acceptable.
• Experience in MS Office applications is required.

Responsibilities

• Implement process improvement initiatives.
• Provide leadership for team members in manufacturing.
• Ensure training and safety compliance.

Skills

Leadership and coaching

Analytical problem solving

Flexibility and adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Associate's degree with 4 years of experience

6 or more years' experience without degree

Tools

MS PowerPoint

MS Excel

Job description

Location: US-ME-NORTH BERWICK-113 ~ 113 Wells St ~ WELLS, Rte 9

Date Posted: 2026-06-11

Country: United States of America

Position Role Type: Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Security Clearance Type: None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status: Not Required

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.

3rd Shift / Overnight Schedule (5x8)

What You Will Do

• Apply CORE (Customer Oriented Results and Excellence), Lean and other continuous improvement techniques to develop and implement process improvement initiatives aimed at increasing quality, throughput and delivery integrity.
• Provide leadership and guidance to a multi‑skilled group of team members engaged in the manufacture and repair of jet engine components.
• Ensure employees are adequately trained and work in a safe and environmentally sound manner.
• Bridge business objectives across three operating shifts and have availability across all shifts.
• Support all legal obligations such as United States Government contracting and Administration of FAA policies and procedures.
• Make minor changes in systems and processes to solve problems or improve the effectiveness of the work area.
• Set day‑to‑day operational objectives for the team.
• Execute basic management approaches such as work scheduling, prioritizing, coaching and process execution.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Bachelor’s degree and minimum 2 years experience in an engineering, manufacturing operations, quality or related environment OR Associate's degree and minimum 4 years' experience in an engineering, manufacturing operations, quality or related environment.
• In lieu of a degree, 6 or more years' experience in an engineering, manufacturing operations, quality or related environment.
• Experience in MS Office applications, specifically MS PowerPoint and Excel.
• Working knowledge of shop practices, processes and procedures.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Demonstrated skill and success in team leadership, facilitation and coaching skills.
• Analytical, problem solving and mathematical skills.
• Proven flexibility/adaptability in high‑stress, ambiguous environments.
• Proven ability to plan and prioritize.
• Working knowledge of new product/process technologies.

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.

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.

The salary range for this role is 68,900 USD - 131,100 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 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.