F100 Sustainment Program Manager - (Onsite)

RTX • East Hartford, CT

4d • Onsite

About The Position

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? Pratt & Whitney, a division of RTX Corporation, is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Sustainment Program Manager (P4 Level) to join our F100 Program team. This role will be dedicated to supporting three key European customers: Poland, Ukraine, and Romania. This role will work directly with international customers, as well as the United States Air Force, to provide critical support for their F100 engine fleets. 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. Travel required: <20% (domestic and international)

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, or marketing
• 8 years of experience in product or program management, general management, maintenance management, or operations management or An 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

Nice To Haves

• 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
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to simplify complex topics for broad audiences
• Proven organizational, forward-thinking, and strategic planning skills
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills, with the ability to analyze data and develop metrics to back up assumptions and evaluate outcomes
• At least 3+ years of experience managing projects across cross-functional teams, building sustainable processes with demonstrated business success

Responsibilities

• Ensure customer satisfaction and act as the primary customer interface for sustainment-related activities for Poland, Ukraine, and Romania
• Drive marketing campaigns and negotiate new contracts to transition customers from full Transactional Programs to Material Management Programs
• Coordinate and execute customer visits, ensuring seamless communication and support during engagements
• Manage customer-specific business and operational metrics, including forecasting and reporting
• Ensure funding is identified to meet customer-unique requirements and program objectives
• Lead efforts to resolve technical, operational, and logistical challenges from flight line support to sustainment performance, tailored to each customer’s needs
• Responsible for managing contract execution, including profit and loss, for customer portfolio

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.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees