Maintenance Supervisor (Onsite)

RTX; United States; On-site; USD 118,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) match

Flexible spending accounts

Flexible work schedules

Employee Scholar Program

Parental leave

Paid time off

Job summary

RTX is seeking a Maintenance Manager to support the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter operations at Edwards AFB, CA. You will supervise a team in the Jet Engine Shop, coordinate multiple maintenance activities, and ensure safety, quality, and government property processes are followed.

Candidate must hold a U.S. citizenship and be able to obtain DoD Secret clearance within 12 months; a bachelor's degree in engineering/science/business and 8 years of aviation maintenance experience are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, science, or business.
• Minimum 8 years aviation maintenance experience.
• At least 3 years managerial, supervisory and leadership experience.
• US Citizenship and ability to obtain DoD Secret clearance within 12 months.

Responsibilities

• Supervise a group of hourly mechanics and bondroom/toolcrib personnel.
• Coordinate propulsion system maintenance in shop and flight line areas.
• Provide leadership with daily toolbox meetings and effective communication.
• Work with Field Services to resolve engine operation and maintenance issues.
• Ensure maintenance aligns with quality, safety, and government property policies.
• Support EH&S requirements and CORE initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Aviation maintenance experience

Team supervision

Security compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering/science/business

Tools

SAP

TC Max

Microsoft Office

SharePoint

Power Automate

Job description

Date Posted:

2026-08-31

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-CA-EDWARDS-AFB-CUST ~ 295 N Wolfe Ave ~ EDWARDS AFB (External Site)

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.

Pratt & Whitney is seeking a Maintenance Manager to serve as a member of our F135 Field Team supporting the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter operations at Edwards AFB, CA.

What You Will Do

• Responsible for supervising a group of hourly mechanics and bondroom/toolcrib personnel in the P&W Jet Engine Shop.


• Coordinate multiple propulsion system maintenance support activities in the P&W engine shop and flight line operating areas.


• Provide leadership and direction with 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 consistency as a leader and improve key working relationships within and across the organization. - Work closely with P&W Field Services to resolve technical and logistical problems involving engine operation and maintenance.


• Ensure maintenance activities are performed IAW P&W Quality Policies, technical data, and safe engine operation practices.


• Support Government Property Management processes.


• Ensure World Class safety culture is maintained and respond to all EH&S requirements promptly.


• Actively support CORE initiatives and ensure employee safety by complying with and supporting EH&S activities.


• Use initiative and judgment to identify problems, conduct investigations to determine root causes, and implement corrective actions.


• Must be willing to work any shift.

Qualifications You Must Have

• A bachelor's degree in engineering, science, or business is required.


• Have a minimum of 8 years of aviation maintenance experience.


• At least 3 years of managerial, supervisory and leadership experience required.


• Must be a US Citizen and be able to obtain a US DoD Secret security clearance within 12 months and maintain.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Government Property Management/Audit experience


• SAP Experience and/or TC Max (tool accountability) Experience


• Proficient using Microsoft suite tools, MS forms, SharePoint, Power automate etc.


• Strong familiarity with CORE tools and /or lean management processes preferred


• Experience supervising a unionized workforce

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

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 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 attendselect 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 118,300 USD - 224,900 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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