F100 Sustainment Program Manager - (Onsite)

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. 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.

This role is onsite at our East Hartford, CT facility and requires U.S. citizenship due to government contracts and export control regulations.

About the role

Pratt & Whitney is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Sustainment Program Manager to support our F100 Program. This role will directly support two key customers: Patria Belgium Engine Center, an F100 MRO facility, and Derco Aerospace, a distributor of F100 material. The position will work closely with domestic and international customers, as well as the United States Air Force, to provide critical sustainment support for the global F100 engine fleet. Special focus will include demand planning and forecasting, contract negotiations and management, and coordination across the Integrated Program Management Team (IPMT) to ensure all customer support requirements are met.

This is a fast-paced and dynamic role that interfaces with multiple business functions, including program management, material management, production, component improvement, engine management, operations, finance, contracts, legal, and more.

Responsibilities

• Ensure customer satisfaction and act as the primary customer interface for sustainment-related activities for Patria Belgium Engine Center and Derco Aerospace.
• Make recommendations on priorities and allocation of scarce resources to meet customer operational requirements.
• Drive key strategic initiatives and negotiate contracts that advance program goals and strengthen customer partnerships.
• Coordinate and execute customer visits, ensuring seamless communication and support during engagements.
• Lead efforts to resolve technical, operational, and logistical challenges for customers.
• Manage contract execution, including profit and loss, forecasting and reporting for customer portfolio.
• Provide leadership, guidance, and performance management for a small team to ensure alignment, effectiveness, and professional development.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• 8 years of experience in product or program management, general management, maintenance management, or operations management.
• U.S. Citizenship is required due to government contracts and export control regulations.

OR

• Advanced degree with 5 years of experience in product or program management, general management, maintenance management, or operations management.
• U.S. Citizenship is required due to government contracts and export control regulations.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience managing projects across cross-functional teams, building sustainable processes with demonstrated business success.
• International business experience.
• Strong understanding of sustainment, logistics, and supply chain operations in the aerospace or defense industry.
• Demonstrated conflict resolution capability and ability to build strong internal and external relationships.
• Experience in pricing strategy, negotiations, and contracts.

Pay

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.

Benefits

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.