Project Manager

Prattwhitney; Columbus (GA); On-site; USD 87,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Job summary

RTX is seeking a Project Scheduler to integrate schedule design into Primavera P6, define requirements with cross-functional teams, and manage baselines and budgets for major aerospace projects.

The role emphasizes CPM analysis, risk integration, stakeholder communication, and on-site collaboration with engineering and operations teams. Onsite role with strong scheduling and budgeting responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 3+ years’ experience with a scheduling program (e.g., Primavera).
• Or an advanced degree with 2+ years’ experience in scheduling programs.

Responsibilities

• Incorporate project schedule design and development into Primavera P6 or similar.
• Define requirements with teams and plan schedules, analyze metrics.
• Perform Critical Path analysis and reconcile to milestones.
• Manage baselines and control.
• Coordinate with suppliers to collect and deliver schedule information.
• Work with finance to track project budgets.
• Conduct schedule reviews and risk analyses.
• Provide scheduling support and training to teams.
• Develop data-driven visuals showing progress and risks.

Skills

Primavera P6

Critical Path analysis

Budget management

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree

Tools

Primavera P6

Job description

Location: US-GA-MIDLAND-AB1 ~ 8801/8987 Macon Rd ~ BLDG AB1

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 certain necessary systems. 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.

Job Responsibilities

• Incorporate the project schedule design and development methods into Primavera P6 or similar platform.
• Collaborate with project team members, operations management, technical and integrated product teams to define requirements and plan schedules and analyze schedule related metrics.
• Perform Critical Path analysis and reconciliation to program events and key milestones.
• Responsible for project baseline management and control.
• Coordinate with major suppliers, partners, and vendors to collect, integrate, and deliver current schedule information.
• Work closely with finance to track and manage project budget.
• Perform in‑depth schedule reviews to identify improvements.
• Conduct what‑if planning and integration of risk management and mitigation.
• Assist and provide scheduling support and training to project team members.
• Work together with stakeholders to develop easily understood data driven visuals identifying progress to overall project scope and highlight risk areas.
• Lead and/or participate in special projects, as required.
• Collaborate with other planning, scheduling, and control disciplines and groups across the company to apply and/or share best practices and lessons learned.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelors’ Degree and minimum 3 years’ experience with a Project Management Scheduling Program such as Primavera, OR Advanced Degree and minimum 2 years’ experience with a Project Management Scheduling Program.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with project management principles and their application to complex projects.
• Understanding of systems/project engineering, manufacturing engineering concepts and practices.
• Takes initiative to seek understanding and improve processes.
• Excellent organization, self‑motivation, verbal/written communication and effective interpersonal skills.
• Basic understanding of risk management.
• Analytical skills.
• Adaptability.
• Aerospace experience a plus.
• Project Management Professional (PMP®) certification through the Project Management Institute (PMI®) or similar certificate a plus.

Role type defined: 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. Hybrid: Employees who are working in Hybrid roles will work regularly both onsite and offsite. Ratio of time working onsite will be determined in partnership with your leader. Remote: Employees who are working in Remote roles will work primarily offsite (from home). If you live within a reasonable commute of an RTX site with other colleagues you interact with, your manager will discuss whether there is a degree of onsite presence associated with this role. 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. Requires advanced knowledge of work area typically obtained through advanced education combined with experience. May have practical knowledge of project management. Practical to substantial knowledge of RTX projects, programs or systems with the ability to make enhancements and leverage in daily work. Typically requires: A University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years experience Engineering/Other Technical Positions: Typically requires a degree in Science,Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 5 years of prior relevant experience unless prohibited by local laws/regulations.

The salary range for this role is 86,800 USD - 165,200 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.