Senior Supervisor, Gate 3 Operations (Onsite)

RTX (Raytheon); Macon (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

RTX, a leader in aerospace and defense, seeks a Senior Operations Supervisor for its Columbus Engine Center. You will lead jet engine assembly, test, and inspection operations, driving safety, quality, delivery, and cost targets in a fast-paced production environment.

You will manage budgets, schedules, and continuous improvement initiatives, while developing a high-performing hourly workforce and ensuring EH&S compliance across shifts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 5+ years in supervisory/manufacturing management.
• Advanced degree with 3+ years; or Associate degree with 7+ years; or high school diploma with 9+ years.
• Experience in supervising and manufacturing management.

Responsibilities

• Achieve and monitor Safety, Quality, Delivery and Cost targets.
• Oversee capital and expense budgets and resource allocation.
• Plan, monitor and adjust production schedules; implement contingency plans.
• Lead process improvements to reduce cycle times and costs.
• Implement timely root-cause corrective actions to maintain quality.
• Manage hourly workforce: attendance, scheduling, performance feedback, training.
• Ensure policy and procedure compliance; adhere to EH&S requirements.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Manufacturing management

Leadership

Process improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree

Associate degree

High school diploma

Job description

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.

The Pratt & Whitney Columbus Engine Center is seeking a high‑impact Senior Operations Supervisor to lead and elevate performance across our jet engine assembly, test, and inspection operations (Gate 3). This role is critical to ensuring safe, efficient, and world‑class execution within a fast‑paced, high‑accountability production environment.

As a Senior Operations Supervisor, you will drive results, strengthen processes, and build high‑performing teams. You'll use strong technical insight, decisive problem‑solving, and clear communication to eliminate obstacles, enhance flow, and improve product quality. The person in this role sets the tone for excellence‑motivating and developing employees, fostering ownership, and ensuring every shift delivers on our commitment to safety, quality, delivery, and cost.

This is a key leadership position with direct influence on operational success, team culture, and customer satisfaction. If you excel in leading people, improving processes, and driving meaningful impact, we want you to join our team!

What You Will Do:

• Achieve Operational Metrics: Support and meet performance goals for the assigned cell, including Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost. Drive actions and accountability to ensure all applicable targets and KPIs are consistently met.
• Budget Management: Oversee and manage capital and expense budgets for the assigned cell, ensuring responsible allocation of resources and adherence to financial plans.
• Production Execution: Ensure production and delivery schedules are met by effectively planning, monitoring progress, and executing timely contingency plans when needed.
• Continuous Improvement Leadership: Identify, lead, and implement process improvement initiatives using continuous improvement methodologies to enhance product quality, reduce cycle times, and lower operational costs.
• Corrective Action Implementation: Execute timely and effective root‑cause corrective actions to maintain adherence to quality standards and prevent recurrence of issues.
• Workforce Management: Manage all aspects of the hourly workforce, including time and attendance, scheduling, performance feedback, training, communication, and recognition. Conduct performance and skill assessments for Operations Technicians, Powerplant Mechanics, Inspectors, and related roles.
• Policy and Procedure Compliance: Administer company policies and procedures consistently to maintain compliance
• EH&S Commitment: Demonstrate full adherence to Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) policies by completing required training, enforcing safe work practices, and actively participating in applicable committee or program activities.

What You Will Learn:

• Build hands‑on expertise in a world‑class engine MRO facility, working with advanced technology and strengthening your technical foundation in a high‑performance environment.
• Accelerate your career through robust professional development opportunities, including company‑paid certifications, immersive training programs, continued educational opportunities through the RTX ESP (Employee Scholar Program), mentorship, leadership pathways, and the chance to lead high‑impact projects in a culture that champions curiosity, continuous learning, and innovation.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Bachelor's degree and 5 years of relevant experience; Or Advanced degree and 3 years of relevant experience; Or Associate degree with at least 7 years of relevant experience; Or High school diploma/GED with a minimum of 9 years of relevant experience
• Experience including supervisory and manufacturing management

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Aerospace/Aviation MRO expertise

Country: United States of America | Location: US-GA-MIDLAND-MPC ~ 8801/8987 Macon Rd ~ BLDG MPC | 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