Sr. Manager, Program Performance Operational Excellence (Onsite)

Prattwhitney; East Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 132,000 - 252,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) match

Flexible spending accounts

Paid time off

Holidays

Employee Scholar Program

Job summary

RTX is seeking a Sr. Manager, Performance Operational Excellence, Strategic Military Development, to drive efficiency and ensure execution of key initiatives across military development programs at the East Hartford site. You will partner with executives, coordinate cross‑functional plans, and support communications and decision analysis.

The role requires a DoD clearance and U.S. citizenship, with onsite work expectations and a salary range of 132,400–251,600 USD per year.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree in engineering, finance, business, political science, or a related discipline and a minimum of 10 years of experience in aerospace, defense, military programs, or government contracting.
• Or an advanced degree and a minimum of 7 years of relevant experience.
• Experience with Department of Defense procurement processes, military customer environments, and development/acquisition lifecycles.
• Active and transferable U.S. government-issued Secret security clearance is required prior to the start date.

Responsibilities

• Partner with executive and program leadership to develop, communicate, and manage the military development strategic agenda.
• Lead and coordinate the planning, execution, and monitoring of key initiatives to deliver results aligned with business objectives.
• Facilitate cross-functional integration across engineering, program management, operations, supply chain, finance, and government relations.
• Manage organizational IPMT operating rhythms, including meetings, reviews, governance forums, and planning cycles.
• Support senior-level communications and executive reports.

Skills

Program management

Operations leadership

Strategic planning

Multi-priority management

Financial, scheduling, performance mgm

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, finance, business, political science, or related

Advanced degree (MBA, MS, MPA, or related)

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-11-04 Country: United States of America Location: US-CT-EAST HARTFORD-ETC ~ 400 Main St ~ BLDG ETC Position Role Type: Onsite U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance Security Clearance Type: DoD Clearance: Secret Security Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required on day 1

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 Summary

The Sr. Manager, Performance Operational Excellence, Strategic Military Development, will play a critical role in driving organizational efficiency and ensuring the successful execution of key strategic initiatives across military development programs. This role will serve as a trusted advisor to the Executive Director and act as a central integrator for cross‑functional teams, ensuring alignment of resources, priorities, and communication to support program goals.

What You Will Do

• Partner with executive and program leadership to develop, communicate, and manage the military development strategic agenda.
• Lead and coordinate the planning, execution, and monitoring of key initiatives to deliver results aligned with business objectives.
• Facilitate cross‑functional integration across engineering, program management, operations, supply chain, finance, and government relations.
• Manage organizational Integrated Program Management Team (IPMT) operating rhythms, including staff meetings, business reviews, governance forums, and strategic planning cycles.
• Support senior‑level communications, including presentations, customer briefings, internal communications, and executive reports.
• Provide decision support through analysis, scenario planning, and synthesis of complex information.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance operational performance and organizational effectiveness.
• Serve as a central coordination point for internal stakeholders and external partners, ensuring timely issue resolution and escalation.
• Support workforce planning, organizational health activities, and talent development initiatives within Military Development.
• Maintain awareness of Department of Defense priorities, acquisition pathways, and emerging military needs to inform strategy and program direction.
• Perform IPMT administrative tasks with attention to detail, including managing calendars, preparing meeting agendas, and coordinating logistics.
• Manage incoming and outgoing communications efficiently and confidentially, ensuring timely responses and appropriate action.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree in engineering, finance, business, political science, or a related discipline and a minimum of 10 years of experience in aerospace, defense, military programs, or government contracting.
• or an advanced degree and a minimum of 7 years of relevant experience.
• Experience in program management, operations leadership, or strategic planning roles.
• Experience with Department of Defense procurement processes, military customer environments, and development/acquisition lifecycles.
• Experience using financial, scheduling, and performance management tools.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and lead cross‑functional teams.
• Active and transferable U.S. government‑issued Secret security clearance is required prior to the start date.
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Advanced degree (MBA, MS, MPA, or related field).
• Experience supporting senior leaders or serving as a chief of staff in technical, defense, or government environments.
• Experience in change management, organizational design, or enterprise‑level process optimization.
• Familiarity with workforce planning and talent development initiatives in a military or defense context.

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 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 132,400 USD - 251,600 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.
• 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.

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.

RTX is an aerospace and defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 195,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity.

The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.