Operations and Maintenance Tooling Support Manager (P4)

RTX; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 108,000 - 205,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) match

Flexible spending accounts

Employee Scholar Program

Job summary

RTX is seeking an Operations and Maintenance Tooling Support (MTS) Manager to lead all maintenance tooling efforts across the business unit. You will ensure equipment reliability, calibrations, and compliance while coordinating with Facilities, Engineering, and Production to keep operations ready and within budget.

The role requires an advanced degree or equivalent with 5+ years in military, manufacturing, or aerospace environments.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree or equivalent with 5+ years in Military, Manufacturing, Operations or Engineering.
• Bachelor’s with 8+ years in relevant industry; Associate with 10+ years; High School with 12+ years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead Maintenance Tooling Support (MTS) leadership across the business unit.
• Oversee calibrated equipment, tooling, and gages to ensure compliance with standards.
• Coordinate capital equipment planning and improvement projects with Engineering and suppliers.
• Manage budget and resource allocation to meet short- and long-term goals.
• Ensure EH&S compliance and drive continuous improvement and cost reduction.

Skills

Team leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Lean manufacturing

Problem solving

Education

Advanced degree (MS/PhD) or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree

Associate’s degree

High School diploma or Military/Technical Training

Tools

MS Office

SAP

Job description

Date Posted:

2026-09-14

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-FL-JUPITER-ADR ~ 17900 Beeline Hwy ~ ADR BLDG

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.

Operations and Maintenance Tooling Support (MTS) Manager

leads all activities related to equipment maintenance, calibrated tooling, and overall asset reliability to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant operations. This role provides strategic operational leadership, drives cross-functional alignment, and oversees key initiatives including EH&S compliance, capital project coordination, and development program execution.

What You Will Do:

• Primary Responsibility: Maintenance Tooling Support (MTS) Leadership
• Lead and manage all Maintenance Tooling Support activities for the business unit, ensuring equipment reliability, optimized performance, and proactive maintenance strategies.
• Oversee calibrated equipment, tooling, and gages to ensure full compliance with all regulatory and internal standards.
• Partner with Facilities, Engineering, and Production teams to maintain equipment readiness that supports business unit operational objectives.
• Coordinate capital equipment planning, installation, and improvement projects with internal Engineering teams and external suppliers.
• Manage vendor relationships, project timelines, and resources to ensure successful and cost‑effective project execution.
• Manage the maintenance budget, ensuring appropriate cost controls while supporting operational effectiveness.
• Make informed decisions regarding resource allocation to achieve near‑term and long‑term business unit goals.
• Operational Oversight Across All Shifts
• Ensure equipment operations and maintenance support across all production shifts to minimize downtime and sustain consistent flow.
• Collaborate with Facilities, Materials, Quality, Engineering, Customer Support, and shift leadership to meet daily operational requirements.
• Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S)
• Promote a strong safety culture throughout the business unit.
• Ensure compliance with all EH&S policies, regulatory obligations, and site‑level safety programs.
• Production and Performance Management
• Drive operational performance to meet quality, cost, and delivery goals.
• Support deployment of the Standard Production System (SPS) and achievement of cell objectives in schedule, compliance, safety, and productivity.
• Maintain continuous visibility into production status to ensure equipment, tooling, and resources meet demand.
• Leadership, Communication, and Stakeholder Engagement
• Provide clear, consistent communication across the business unit and cross‑functional teams.
• Engage regularly with upper management at WPB and HSMC to deliver operational updates, identify risks, and recommend solutions aligned with business objectives.
• Lead day‑to‑day operational decision‑making to support safe, reliable, and effective operations.
• Development Program Execution
• Lead implementation of new technologies, systems, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Drive cross‑functional coordination to ensure successful program execution.
• Continuous Improvement & Cost Reduction
• Identify and lead initiatives focused on efficiency improvement, cost reduction, and overall operational enhancement.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Advanced degree and 5+ years of experience in Military, Manufacturing, Business Operations Management, Engineering, Aerospace or Aftermarket industry; OR Bachelor’s degree and 8+ years of relevant industry experience; OR Associate’s degree and 10+ years of relevant industry experience; OR High School diploma or Military / Technical Training and 12+ years of relevant industry experience
• U.S. Citizen - U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.
• Ability to attain and maintain a Secret Clearance

Qualifications We Value:

• Demonstrated ability to encourage teamwork, participation, and accountability
• Experience directing skilled bargaining unit employees
• Aerospace, manufacturing, or operations experience
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment
• Proficiency with MS Office; experience with SAP preferred
• Lean manufacturing/repair experience; CORE (ACE) or Six Sigma training a plus
• Ability to meet tight deadlines and drive assignments to successful completion

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.

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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