Operations Manager (Onsite)

Date Posted:

2025-07-24

Country:

United States of America

Location:

PW215: Tinker Air Force Base OC-ALC 3001 Staff Dr, Tinker AFB, OK, 73145 USA

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:

None/Not Required

Pratt & Whitney is working to once again transform the future of flight—designing, building and servicing engines unlike any the world has ever seen. And because transformation begins from within, we’re seeking the people to drive it. So, calling all curious. 

Come ready to explore and you’ll find a place where your talent takes flight—beyond the borders of title, a country or your comfort zone. Bring your passion and commitment and we’ll welcome you into a tight-knit team that takes our mission personally. Channel your drive to make a difference into shaping an organization and an industry that’s evolving fast to the future.

At Pratt & Whitney, the difference you make is on display every day. Just look up. Are you ready to go beyond?

The Pratt & Whitney Oklahoma City Heavy Maintenance Center (HMC) Operations Manager will lead a cross functional team providing Production Coordination, Planning and Scheduling oversite to facilitate disassembly, repair, assembly, and testing of gas-turbine engines at the maintenance repair and overhaul (MRO) facility that operates within a Public Private Partnership between Pratt & Whitney & the United States Government (USG) with Pratt & Whitney providing managerial oversite and the USG providing touch labor. 

What You Will Do:

• Manage the Operational value stream from asset induction to sale.  
• Drive process efficiencies and overall cost reduction. 
• Manage staffing and budgetary requirements. 
• Deliver quality assets that meet customer delivery requirements.  
• Proactively identify potential production constraints; work across enterprise to drive timely resolution. 
• Ensure accurate recording and documentation of variances; identify and escalate systemic production issues. 
• Communicate significant challenges and request appropriate leadership intervention as needed. 
• Ensure standardized processes across the business. 
• Collaborate with USG partner to align operational strategies with customer requirements. 
• Lead and manage the operations team to achieve operational goals and drive team performance. 
• Provide employee development through mentorship, continuous learning opportunities and regular performance feedback. 
• Represent the HMC Operations in executive business discussions. 

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Bachelor of Science in aerospace, engineering or technical field with 12+ years of combined program management, leadership, and technical experience required; OR an advanced Degree with 10+ years of combined program management, leadership, and technical experience required. 
• Must be a U.S. Citizen. This position may require access to systems/tools that are restricted to individuals who possess US citizenship.

        

Qualifications We Prefer:

• MRO / Depot level jet engine maintenance. 
• Technical and/or Logistics background. 
• Familiarity with the F119 Production. 
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills (verbal, written, and presentation) with the ability to build strong relationships and foster a collaborative team environment. 
• Adaptability and ability to prioritize in a dynamic work environment. 
• Problem solving skills (drive data-based solutions). 
• Focus on results (meet customer and business needs). 
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools such as Excel, Word, Project, PowerPoint, and Visio. 
• Ability to work 1st shift (0700-1600), as well as extra time as necessary to ensure completion of assigned tasks; may be called in off-hours to answer job-related questions.  
• Demonstrated commitment to Environmental, Health, and Safety regulations, policies, procedures, and best practices. 
• Ability to work in cross-functional teams on a wide variety of tasks and with limited supervision. 

Learn More & Apply Now!:

• 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