Senior Operations Supervisor - 1st Shift (Onsite)

RTX; Florida; On-site; USD 87,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

401(k) match

Flexible spending accounts

Flexible schedules

Employee Scholar Program

Parental leave

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

RTX is seeking an Operations Supervisor (M3) at the Pratt & Whitney West Palm Beach Engine Center MRO team. You will lead a team of hourly mechanics and inspectors through critical engine assembly stages, maintaining strict safety and quality standards while guiding performance and customer outcomes.

You will shape schedules, drive continuous improvement, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet production goals, resource needs, and budget targets in a fast-paced aerospace environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of operations/engineering/manufacturing experience with an advanced degree.
• Broad aerospace or aftermarket industry experience.
• Experience managing a bargaining unit / union workforce.
• Proven leadership in mentoring, coaching and developing talent.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of hourly mechanics and inspectors through engine assembly, induction/teardown/inspection/delivery.
• Drive EH&S, customer satisfaction, quality and financial performance.
• Develop and execute operational strategies; optimize resources and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Coaching

Communication

Education

Advanced degree + 3+ yrs in Ops/Eng/Manufacturing/Aerospace

Bachelor’s degree + 5+ yrs relevant experience

Associate’s degree + 7+ yrs relevant experience

High School diploma or Military/Technical training + 9+ yrs relevant experience

Tools

SAP

Solumina

Microsoft Office

Job description

Date Posted:

2026-09-28

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:

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 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.

What You Will Do:

Join the Pratt & Whitney West Palm Beach Engine Center MROteam as an Operations Supervisor (M3), leading a team of hourly CBA mechanics and inspectors and FAA safety-sensitive employees through critical operational phases, including Module assembly, Engine assembly, and in-process inspection of GTF engines and test operations. This visible leadership role offers a unique opportunity to develop senior-level operations skills while driving EH&S, customer satisfaction, quality, and financial performance. You’ll devise and execute operational strategies, optimize resources, and champion continuous improvement, all while fostering clear communication across teams. Success in this role requires customer focus, flexibility, critical thinking, and strong communication skills, with the chance to thrive in a dynamic, impactful environment.

Key responsibilities:

• Embrace the CORE Operating System and thrive in a highly visible, dynamic setting.
• Provide direction to the operations team setting both near and long-term operational objectives.
• Collaborate with support teams to establish work schedules considering customer requirements, resource availability, and other top priorities.
• Work actively to address issues and engage the workforce in achieving engine induction / teardown / inspection / delivery goals.
• Effectively communicate cross functional requirements to ensure smooth process flow
• Hold employees accountable while maintaining a quality working relationship
• Ensure World Class safety culture is maintained and respond to all EH&S requirements promptly.
• Ensure full involvement in CORE continuous improvement initiatives – utilize CORE tools to improve production, performance, and reduce overall operating cost.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Advanced degree and 3+ years of experience in Operations, Engineering, Military, Business Management, Manufacturing, Aerospace or Aftermarket industry; OR Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of relevant industry experience; OR Associate’s degree and 7+ years of relevant industry experience; OR High School diploma or Military / Technical Training and 9+ years of relevant industry experience

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Degree in STEM field; Engineering, Business or Supply Chain.
• FAA Airframe & Powerplant certificate (A&P license)
• Demonstrated experience in P&L management, with a track record of delivering financial performance.
• Working knowledge of Pratt & Whitney shop practices, quality standards, processes and procedures
• Personnel management experience, particularly supporting a bargaining unit / union workforce.
• Proven ability to lead by mentoring, coaching, developing talent and motivating teams to achieve business goals.
• Aftermarket Aerospace and Overhaul and Repair (MRO) industry experience.
• Working knowledge of shop practices, quality standards, processes and procedures.
• Understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles, and continuous improvement tools (CORE/ACE/Six Sigma, QCPC and RCCA).
• Experience using Microsoft Office, SAP, and Solumina.
• Ability to work and effectively communicate with all levels of management, shop personnel and customers.

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 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 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 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 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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