F135 Training Business Manager (Onsite)

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

Job summary

Pratt & Whitney, a leader in aerospace, seeks a Training Business Manager to plan, manage, and report on training programs. You will oversee contracted services, budgets, and EVMS/IMS integration to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.

You will collaborate with EV analysts, finance teams, and customers while supporting proposal development and program reviews. Occasional travel is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Business, Operations Management, Program Management, or related field.
• Minimum 8+ years of program or project management experience.
• At least 4 years of experience with EVMS.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Manage Training Services projects funding, including future mock-up sales, mock‑up engine builds, training product development, and other initiatives assigned by the Associate Director.
• Oversee Materials Resource Planning (MRP) activities and interpret Bill of Materials (BOM) data for training hardware and materials.
• Prepare Basis of Estimate (BOE) inputs and support reviews of Statements of Work (SOW) and contract modifications.
• Drive continuous improvement in business management processes, EVMS discipline, and IMS integration by identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions.
• Review financial data to ensure accuracy, completeness, and alignment with expected program performance.
• Deliver all monthly business rhythm requirements, including updates to EVMS, IMS, and financial systems.
• Support future proposal development by providing historical performance data, cost inputs, and risk assessments.
• Participate in Monthly Program Reviews (MPR), Estimate at Completion (EAC) reviews, Integrated Baseline Reviews (IBR), and Review for Cause (RFC) audits to communicate issues, risks, and opportunities.
• 10% - 20% travel

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder collaboration

Budget management

Security clearance

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Business, Operations Management, Program Management, or related field

Advanced degree in Engineering, Business Management, Operations Management, or Program Management

Tools

EVMS

IMS

Job description

Location: US-CT-EAST HARTFORD-ETC ~ 400 Main St ~ BLDG ETC

Date Posted: 2026-09-18

Country: United States of America

Location: US-CT-EAST HARTFORD-ETC ~ 400 Main St ~ BLDG ETC

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.

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 F135 Training Business Manager supports the Training organization by planning, managing, and reporting on the business and operational activities that enable successful delivery of training programs. This role oversees contracted training services, training‑related projects, and budgets associated with Field Sustainment and Support Training. The Training Business Manager ensures cost, schedule, and performance objectives are achieved by applying sound business practices, collaborating across functional teams, and using Earned Value Management System (EVMS) and Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) tools effectively.

Reporting to the Training Program Manager, this position works closely with EV analysts, financial oversight teams, and customer stakeholders to maintain accurate performance metrics, establish baseline budgets, assess variances, and recommend corrective actions. The Training Business Manager is responsible for maintaining monthly business rhythm requirements and contributing to proposal development for future training contracts.

What You Will Do:

• Manage Training Services projects funding, including future mock-up sales, mock‑up engine builds, training product development, and other initiatives assigned by the Associate Director.
• Oversee Materials Resource Planning (MRP) activities and interpret Bill of Materials (BOM) data for training hardware and materials.
• Prepare Basis of Estimate (BOE) inputs and support reviews of Statements of Work (SOW) and contract modifications.
• Drive continuous improvement in business management processes, EVMS discipline, and IMS integration by identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions.
• Review financial data to ensure accuracy, completeness, and alignment with expected program performance.
• Deliver all monthly business rhythm requirements, including updates to EVMS, IMS, and financial systems.
• Support future proposal development by providing historical performance data, cost inputs, and risk assessments.
• Participate in Monthly Program Reviews (MPR), Estimate at Completion (EAC) reviews, Integrated Baseline Reviews (IBR), and Review for Cause (RFC) audits to communicate issues, risks, and opportunities.
• 10% - 20% travel

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Business, Operations Management, Program Management, or related field.
• Minimum 8+ years of program or project management experience required.
• At least 4 years of experience with Earned Value Management System (EVMS).
• 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.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Advanced degrees in Engineering, Business Management, Operations Management, or Program Management with 3+ years of related professional experience.
• Familiarity with F135 engine programs or military sustainment training operations.

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, 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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