Associate Director, Mature Commercial Engines Strategic Sourcing (Onsite)

Date Posted:

2026-06-29



Country:

United States of America



Location:

US-CT-EAST HARTFORD-OBG ~ 400 Main St ~ BLDG OBG



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.

What You Will Do

The Commercial Engines Production Operations Team is seeking a Mature Commercial Engines (MCE) Strategic Sourcing Manager to ensure industrial recovery plans and supportability for Pratt & Whitney internal & external shops for MCE legacy programs (V2500, PW2000, PW4000, GP7000, FT4000, GG8).

We are seeking an Associate Director, Mature Commercial Engines Strategic Sourcing with experience leading complex sourcing initiatives within Operations and Global Supply Chain.

The Associate Director, Mature Commercial Engines Strategic Sourcing will lead a direct and contract labor team that works to identify, quantify and drive industrial risk mitigation for MCE products requiring moving from one supplier to a new supplier.

• Provide program customer interface for reporting outsourcing/insourcing plans, industrial execution plans, that lead to meeting overall program objectives.

• Create and implement comprehensive sourcing strategies to meet the programs requirements.

• Identify, evaluate, and manage relationships with suppliers to ensure reliability and timeliness.

• Track and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) related to sourcing activities and mitigate risks associated within the supply chain.

• Drive a holistic part supply solution accounting for factors such as new OEM parts,  “used serviceable” part availability, repair yields, etc.

• Manage all cold start activities across the MCE programs.

• Interface with respective executives relative to issue mitigation, as required.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Bachelor's degree and minimum 12 years in an engineering, manufacturing/shop operations, quality, supply chain, or closely related field OR a Master's degree and 10 or more years of experience in an engineering, manufacturing/shop operations, quality, supply chain or closely related field

• Demonstrated experience in program and supplier management

• Demonstrated experience in developing relationships; able to develop credibility and respect with individuals at all organizational levels

• Skilled at leading and managing a technical team; developing credibility and respect with individuals at all organizational levels

• Experience with Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.) 

• Experience influencing and forming partnerships with business leaders, external supply chain, and operational excellence in managing multiple complex and competing priorities simultaneously.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Technical experience in engineering change management and implementation

• Experience using process control/ Six-Sigma and/or Lean manufacturing tools

• SAP

Learn More & Apply Now

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

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 157,200 USD - 298,800 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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