Site Training Manager - Senior

Pratt & Whitney; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 132,400 - 251,600; 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 work schedules

Employee Scholar Program

Parental leave

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Incentive compensation programs

Job summary

Pratt & Whitney Asheville is seeking a Senior Manager – Site Training to develop, deliver, and manage on-the-job manufacturing technical training for Machining & Quality competencies. You will work with Engineering, Quality Assurance, and Operations to forecast training needs and coordinate with vendors to build a world-class workforce.

The role includes implementing a Learning Management System on site, assessing proficiency gaps, and delivering training through in-person, online, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent with 10+ years of experience, or an Advanced Degree with 7+ years.
• Onsite work schedule; willingness to support pre-/post-shift, weekends, and alternate schedules.
• U.S. citizenship required for access to program/contract information.
• Travel up to 10%.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain standardized technical curriculum with Engineering, QA, and Operations.
• Implement an on-site Learning Management System for multiple departments.
• Assess proficiency gaps and design effective training for hourly employees; deliver in person, online, and self-directed training.
• Partner with third-party vendors to deliver training and establish standard work and best practices.
• Inform management of training status and gaps; support lean and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Coordinate onboarding with local community college and Pratt & Whitney Asheville teams.
• Ensure training documentation compliance and assist in other areas as needed.

Skills

Lean principles

Leadership

Communication

Project coordination

Blueprint interpretation

GD&T

Training content design

Interpersonal skills

Presentations

Microsoft Word

Education

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent

Advanced Degree in related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Senior Manager – Site Training (Asheville, NC)

Senior Manager – Site Training at Pratt & Whitney Asheville will develop, deliver, and manage on‑the‑job manufacturing technical training for the Machining & Quality competencies. The role requires engaging with Engineering, Quality Assurance, and Operations teams to forecast training needs, implement a Learning Management System, and coordinate with third‑party vendors to ensure a world‑class workforce.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain standardized technical curriculum for employees at the Pratt & Whitney Asheville site; partner with key stakeholders on Engineering, Quality Assurance, and Operations to deploy training.
• Implement a Learning Management System for various departments on site.
• Conduct assessments to determine necessary technical proficiencies and develop an effective and transferable training program for hourly employees. Facilitate and deliver technical training through in‑person, online, and self‑directed methods.
• Partner with third‑party vendors to deliver training on new and existing equipment, processes, and competencies; establish standard work and best practices that can be leveraged across the business.
• Proactively inform management of training status, gaps, and options to close training gaps; participate in lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives to meet Training Department objectives.
• Coordinate the Asheville onboarding process with Asheville‑Buncombe Technical Community College and Pratt & Whitney Asheville Operations and Quality teams.
• Assure compliance with training documentation procedures and record maintenance requirements; assist Operations & Operational Excellence teams in other areas as needed.

Qualifications You Must Have

• A Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience, and a minimum of 10 years prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field with a minimum of 7 years’ related experience.
• Work schedule: Onsite; must be willing to support pre‑ and post‑shift training, weekends, and other alternate schedules.
• U.S. citizenship is required. Only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.
• Travel up to 10%.

Qualifications We Value

• 3+ years of experience in technical training, certification as a Train‑the‑Trainer.
• Demonstrated knowledge of lean principles.
• Proven ability to coordinate and complete project objectives in a timely and efficient manner.
• Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite, especially Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; excellent overall technical skills.
• Advanced Blueprint interpretation and GD&T skills.
• Proven experience designing, writing technical content, and evaluating deliverables under aggressive timelines in a manufacturing setting.
• Passion for learning new equipment, ideas and systems quickly, combined with the ability to translate business requirements into employee‑friendly training materials.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated leadership skills.

Salary & Benefits

Salary range: $132,400 – $251,600 USD. Eligible benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term and 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. Hired applicants may also be eligible for short‑term and long‑term incentive compensation programs, subject to performance and business factors.

Equal Opportunity & EEO Statement

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.