F119 Production Chief Lead (Onsite)

Date Posted:

2026-05-22

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:

None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status:

Not Required

At RTX, the world 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:

• In this highly visible role, the employee will drive industrial readiness and program supportability throughout the Value Stream for the F119 Engine Program.
• The F119 Production Lead is responsible for driving the program’s delivery, and financial goals, while also focusing on identifying and mitigating risk in the medium to long term.
• Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: delivery assurance, supply chain sourcing and capacity assessments, ensuring timely transitions execution, and driving completion of industrial plans for critical engineering changes. Employee will support all program activities with the coordination and maintenance of the program industrial plan with CIPTs, Module Centers, and Global Supply Chain.
• In this unique position, this person will be a key operations contact for the F119 program and will actively participate as part of the F119 IPMT.  
• This position will have visibility to both the OEM and sustainment supportability streams and will have a direct impact on the success of the program. 
• Understands strategic and business implications and works to provide best P&W solutions.
• Must have demonstrated experience working with executive level management.
• High energy, dynamic individual who strives for continuous improvement utilizing CORE Tools.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience and 8 years experience in manufacturing, engineering, supply chain, program/project management or a related field; OR a Master’s degree and 5 years of experience.
   

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Manufacturing, Engineering, Project, or Program management experience.
• Experience in high-volume manufacturing environment.
• Ability to meet commitments, balance and resolve conflicting priorities.
• Strong strategic leadership experience.

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.

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 ag