R&D Operations Planner (Onsite)

Pratt & Whitney; Carlsbad (CA); On-site; USD 87,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation Package

Benefits

Job summary

Pratt & Whitney, a leading aerospace engine maker, seeks an R&D Operations Planner to align material availability, production schedules, and delivery requirements. You will drive material management, planning, and scheduling execution, optimize inventory, and coordinate with cross-functional teams to meet CMC development goals.

The role emphasizes planning leadership, detailed schedules for the CMC COE, and ongoing process improvements using lean and Industry 4.0 tools to enhance responsiveness

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a related field with strong analytical skills.
• Minimum 5+ years in materials planning, production scheduling, and/or aerospace manufacturing operations.
• Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems and advanced Excel required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute planning to align production plans with demand forecasts.
• Own and maintain the production schedule ensuring alignment with capacity and material availability.
• Identify and implement improvements to scheduling accuracy and efficiency.

Skills

Materials planning

Production scheduling

ERP/MRP

Advanced Excel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Business Administration, or a related field

Job description

Location: US-CA-CARLSBAD-5940 ~ 5940 Darwin Ct ~ DARWIN

Date Posted: 2026-09-22
Country: United States of America
Location: US-CA-CARLSBAD-5940 ~ 5940 Darwin Ct ~ DARWIN
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.

As an R&D Operations Planner, you will ensure alignment between material availability, production schedules, and delivery requirements.
You will be a key contributor to the success of the material management, production planning, and scheduling execution, driving operational efficiency and ensuring that production commitments are met. Working collaboratively with cross-functional teams, you will help optimize inventory levels, synchronize schedules, and deliver results that support CMC development.

What You Will Do

Planning Leadership

• Develop and execute the planning process to align production plans and inventory strategies with demand forecasts.
• Tracks status of material availability, and potential production problems to ensure that personnel, equipment, and materials are available as needed.
• Prepares reports on works in progress. Coordinates material requirements to ensure approved material ordering is timed to efficiently to meet production requirements.
• Develop and manage inventory control processes.
• Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) related to materials planning, inventory management, and schedule performance.
• Provide regular updates to leadership on schedule adherence, material availability, and operational performance.

Scheduling Expertise

• Develop detailed production schedules and capacity plans for the CMC COE, ensuring efficient use of resources and minimal downtime.
• Own and maintain the production schedule, ensuring alignment with demand, production capacity, and material availability.
• Adjust production schedules as necessary to address changes in demand, supply constraints, or unforeseen disruptions.
• Review incoming Work Orders to ensure they are complete and supportable and project delivery dates.
• Schedules and expedites the movement of parts to prioritize critical work and meet delivery dates.
• Work closely with operations, engineering, and project teams to balance workload and resolve scheduling conflicts to meet on-time delivery goals.
• Drive improvements in scheduling accuracy and responsiveness through the implementation of digital tools or advanced planning software.
• Review and maintain master production schedule (MPS).

Continuous Improvement

• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of materials planning and scheduling. Leverage lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies to optimize production flows and reduce waste.
• Champion the use of data analytics and forecasting tools to improve decision-making and drive process enhancements.
• Support Industry 4.0 Projects the advance planning and scheduling capability and reporting.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5+ years of experience in materials planning, production scheduling, and/or aerospace manufacturing operations or 3+ years of experience with an Advanced degree.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and make informed decisions. Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems and advanced Excel.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience in the aerospace or defense industry, particularly in materials planning and scheduling for advanced manufacturing processes.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a cross-functional team environment.

What We Offer

• Benefits
• Relocation Package

What is my role type?

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: 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 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.

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