Deputy Business Unit Leader (Onsite)

Date Posted: 2026-09-23 Country: United States of America Location: US-CT-EAST HARTFORD-K ~ 400 Main St ~ BLDG K 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 Hot Section Module Center South (HSMC-S) is seeking an experienced manufacturing leader to serve as the Vanes Deputy Business Unit Leader. In this role, you will lead a manufacturing organization responsible for delivering high-quality aerospace products while achieving world-class performance in safety, quality, delivery, cost, productivity, and employee engagement. You will lead and develop cell leaders who oversee approximately 30–60 hourly employees, creating a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and employee empowerment. The successful candidate will be a visible leader who can translate business objectives into daily shop-floor execution, develop frontline leadership talent, and partner effectively across Operations, Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, Finance, and other supporting organizations. This role combines hands-on operational leadership with strategic business planning. You will be responsible for workforce planning, resource allocation, production execution, continuous improvement, and performance management while contributing to forecasts, financial planning, training, and capital investment decisions. Success in this role requires a strong commitment to Achievable Competitive Excellence (ACE), Pratt & Whitney's operating system and lean manufacturing approach, as well as the ability to build high-performing teams and deliver sustainable improvements in safety, quality, delivery, cost, and customer satisfaction. Key Responsibilities: Establish work schedules taking into account customer requirements, resource availability, and other priorities Work to address issues and engage the workforce in achieving cell goals. Partner with supporting functions and peer organizations to ensure requirements are understood and production flows smoothly across the value stream Establish clear expectations and accountability while building trust and productive relationships across the workforce Drive World-class safety culture is maintained and responds to all EH&S requirements promptly. Drive ACE continuous improvement initiatives and utilize CORE tools to improve production, performance, and reduce scrap, rework, and repair. Control quality, productivity and process flow to meet MRP requirements while ensuring a high level of customer happiness Develop monthly delivery plans that align with customer needs and satisfy financial obligations Qualifications You Must Have: a Bachelor's degree with 10+ years of manufacturing/operations experience, OR an Advanced degree with 7+ years of manufacturing/operations experience 3+ years of leadership experience in an operations or manufacturing setting Qualifications We Prefer: Experience with Machining operations, Coating processes preferred Experience with capacity planning and labor/resource allocation Ability to work with all levels of management and communicate effectively with peers, customers and clients. Ability to plan projects and to craft clear written/verbal/analytical/org skills to influence business objectives. Working knowledge of continuous improvement principles (e.g. lean manufacturing, CORE, QCPC) Experience managing employees in a union environment Understanding and ability to drive quality and customer satisfaction through CORE operating system Highly self-directed and able to learn quickly with a strong ability to drive and deliver results 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. Learn More & Apply Now! 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 132,400 USD - 251,600 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-barga