Operational Excellence Discipline Lead (Onsite)

Date Posted:

2026-08-10

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-FL-JUPITER-MFG ~ 17900 Beeline Hwy ~ MFG 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'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 Operational Excellence Discipline Lead will be the subject matter expert on one or more F135 MRO&U (Maintenance, Repair, Overhaul, & Upgrade) technical processes (e.g., assembly, balance, borescope, test).  The Discipline Lead will develop and maintain the process PFMEA and other standard work, as applicable.  The Discipline Lead will engage with depots across the Global Depot Network (active shops include Heavy Maintenance Center in OKC, WPB, Norway, Netherlands, and Australia; upcoming shops include Japan, Jacksonville, and Finland) to baseline F135 MRO&U readiness and to develop and assist in executing improvement projects to drive depot maturity, resulting in improved quality, delivery, and financial metrics (e.g., escapes, turnaround time, overhaul hours).  This role will report to the Assistant Director, OpX Discipline Manager, is onsite at the West Palm Beach F135 Depot in Florida.

What You Will Do:

• Develop and maintain process PFMEA(s) for discipline.
• Develop secondary proficiencies in other processes/disciplines.
• Partner with OpX Site Leads and depot sites to mature discipline across network.
• Identify, manage, and implement process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Execute projects within SME discipline

Qualifications  You Must Have:

• B.S. in Engineering required.
• 8+ years of Operations, Engineering, Program Management, or related functions required; or 5+ years with an advanced degree in Operations, Engineering, Program Management, or related functions required.
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Qualifications We Prefer: 

• Advanced or expert knowledge of one or more processes used in F135 engine assembly and/or test in a production or overhaul environment (e.g., assembly, balance, borescope)
• Familiarity with engine overhaul (military or commercial) F135, F117 & F119
• Familiarity with maturing manufacturing readiness through Manufacturing Readiness Levels (MRL).
• Experience creating and using PFMEAs in production environment.
• Experience engaging with shop floor operations (e.g., supervisors, mechanics)and experience working with global operations.
• Certified as CORE Apprentice.

Please ensure the role type defined below is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role. This position is classified as:  Onsite

Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.

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 107,500 USD - 204,500 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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