Gestionnaire principal, ligne moteur | Senior Manager, Engine Line

RTX•Longueuil, QC

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Pratt & Whitney Canada (P&WC) is a global leader in the aerospace industry, headquartered in Longueuil, Quebec. We manufacture next-generation engines that power the world’s largest fleet of business, general aviation, and regional aircraft and helicopters. For nearly 100 years, we have pioneered advancements in engine development, supporting cargo and equipment transportation, wildfire suppression, and passenger travel. Pratt & Whitney Canada was recognized as one of Canada’s Top 10 Employers in 2025 by Forbes and ranked #1 in the aerospace and defense industry in the country. Our headquarters is also listed among the top employers in the Montreal region. These accolades reinforce our reputation as an employer of choice in Montreal, Canada, and worldwide. In a context of strong growth in demand for turbine engine maintenance, repair and overhaul, we must accelerate the transformation of our operations to ensure an exceptional level of service to our internal and external customers. As a leader within the organization, you will have the opportunity to apply your knowledge of operational excellence and leverage your leadership to guide and support your team through its growth. As the head of a profit center, you will ensure the smooth daily operation of the business, with a focus on: * Employee health and safety, * Compliance with environmental standards, * Product quality. You will play a key role in promoting operational efficiency, customer focus, and embodying RTX’s core values. You will also contribute to the development and execution of the five-year strategy, the development of new business opportunities, and the implementation of transformation projects across the MRO network. This position is full-time, with flexible hours in Saint-Hubert, and is exclusively on-site.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or business management with over 10 years of progressive management experience in the aerospace industry; MBA or other advanced management degree preferred.
Proven leadership experience and the potential for promotion through demonstrated performance and capabilities.
Experience working with both unionized and non-unionized workforces.
Demonstrated success in operations management with excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.
Proven ability to lead projects with impact on operations in areas such as EH&S, HR, Quality, Finance, Ethics/Compliance, and Export Controls.
Strategic leadership
Teamwork
Results-oriented mindset
Business innovation
Adaptability
Analytical thinking
Customer orientation
Business judgment
This position is part of a French-speaking work environment, it requires a very good knowledge of English to read and understand, on a daily basis, documentation and technical terms that may emanate from international organizations, as well as to write and communicate in English with customers, suppliers or international colleagues.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of Lean transformation principles and an understanding of assembly, testing, and machining processes are considered assets.

Responsibilities

Lead a team of supervisors and staff employees to foster a culture of engagement, accountability, and development.
Oversee component delivery across the four value streams, from induction to shipment.
Manage operations to: Increase throughput, Improve bottleneck performance, Reduce lead times, Control WIP (work-in-progress), Ensure operational continuity, Meet financial targets.
Assure on-time delivery
Promote Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) and maintain a safe working environment.
Place quality at the center of all actions and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
Contribute to a 1, 5, and 10 year strategic vision to support business growth.
Encourage innovation and the industrialization of new technologies.
Plan and track production to meet delivery deadlines, quantities, and quality standards.
Lead daily team meetings (tier meetings).
Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs): throughput, quality, WIP, cost, customer satisfaction, etc.
Respond swiftly to unexpected events (equipment breakdowns, quality deviations, HSE incidents).
Optimize workflow and resources by supporting Lean and continuous improvement initiatives (5S, Kaizen).
Prioritize daily operational decisions.
Communicate effectively with all stakeholders (teams, management, partners).
Meet financial commitments and protect the profit center’s profitability.