Support Equipment Procurement Manager (Onsite)

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

Job summary

RTX, the world’s largest aerospace and defense company, seeks a senior Procurement/Program Manager for its Pratt & Whitney unit in East Hartford, CT. The role requires DoD/DFARS familiarity, a U.S. clearance, and deep experience in strategic sourcing and contract negotiation.

The successful candidate will lead procurement plans, conduct spend analyses, and drive process improvements while coaching a high-performing team onsite. Citizenship and security clearance eligibility are mandatory.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree is required.
• A Minimum of 10 years of Supply chain, program and/or business management experience required.
• At least 5 years managerial, supervisory and leadership experience.
• The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required.
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.
• A general understanding of Aerospace drawings, specifications, and manufacturing processes
• Knowledge of export/ITC regulations and policies
• Degree in Supply Chain, Business Management, Contracts, a plus
• Experience with SAP CORE Champion or Six Sigma Green Belt

Responsibilities

• Manages execution of procurement processes, standards, and operational plans, including RFPs, negotiations, cost accountability, and program execution
• Demonstrates strong knowledge of FAR/DFARS, as well as commercial and military procurement practices
• Develops and implements procurement strategies aligned with organizational and contractual objectives
• Ensures compliance with internal controls, audit requirements, and all regulatory standards
• Leads detailed spend analyses, including category segmentation, cost modeling, price‑variance analysis, and savings tracking
• Drives data‑supported contract negotiations using benchmark analysis, total cost models, and risk evaluations
• Improves procurement workflows through process mapping, automation opportunities, and system optimization
• Cultivates and maintains performance‑based supplier relationships to drive measurable results
• Presents program status and procurement performance to senior leadership, effectively communicating across all organizational levels
• Coaches and develops team members to ensure continuous growth and maximize their potential

Skills

Procurement strategy

Spend analysis

Contract negotiations

Regulatory compliance

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

SAP CORE Champion

Six Sigma Green Belt

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-09-16 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: U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract. Security Clearance Type: DoD Clearance: Secret Security Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required after 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.

What You Will Do

• Manages execution of procurement processes, standards, and operational plans, including RFPs, negotiations, cost accountability, and program execution
• Demonstrates strong knowledge of FAR/DFARS, as well as commercial and military procurement practices
• Develops and implements procurement strategies aligned with organizational and contractual objectives
• Ensures compliance with internal controls, audit requirements, and all regulatory standards
• Leads detailed spend analyses, including category segmentation, cost modeling, price‑variance analysis, and savings tracking
• Drives data‑supported contract negotiations using benchmark analysis, total cost models, and risk evaluations
• Improves procurement workflows through process mapping, automation opportunities, and system optimization
• Cultivates and maintains performance‑based supplier relationships to drive measurable results
• Presents program status and procurement performance to senior leadership, effectively communicating across all organizational levels
• Coaches and develops team members to ensure continuous growth and maximize their potential

Qualifications You Must Have

• Bachelor’s degree is required
• A Minimum of 10 years of Supply chain, program and/or business management experience required
• At least 5 years managerial, supervisory and leadership experience
• The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Qualifications We Prefer

• A general understanding of Aerospace drawings, specifications, and manufacturing processes
• Knowledge of export/ITC regulations and policies)
• Degree in Supply Chain, Business Management, Contracts, a plus
• Experience with SAP CORE Champion or Six Sigma Green Belt

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. 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.

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.