CT, USA
9 days ago
Supplier Development Lead (Remote - based in CT)

Date Posted:

2025-06-16

Country:

United States of America

Location:

PW208: Connecticut Remote Remote Location , Remote City, CT, 06035 USA

Position Role Type:

Remote

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?

What You Will Do:

Perform assessments of the suppliers capability to perform and sustain performance through the SHA (Supplier Health Assessment)

Engage the supplier to complete the diagnosis in the Gemba and work with the supplier to develop a comprehensive gap closure plan

Conduct weekly training and coaching on-site at the supplier to develop their team

Follow-up with the PW and supplier team to validate the gap plan and monitor progress to ensure the benefits are being achieved

Establish leading indicators of performance and track weekly, on-site at supplier

Intervene to expedite deliveries and/or resolve quality issues as required

Lead impactful Continuous Improvement events at Supplier

This role is remote but applicant must be based in Connecticut

The successful candidate will spend approximately 80% of their time on-site at their assigned suppliers.

Qualifications You Must Have:      

Bachelors Degree in Industrial, Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering, Business Management and 10 years of experience in Operations, Quality, and/or Continuous Improvement roles; Or and Advanced Degree and 7 years of experience in Operations, Quality, and/or Continuous Improvement roles

Certified Operations Practitioner (ACP) preferred; Business Process Practitioner optional

Six-Sigma Blackbelt or Greenbelt or LEAN certificate

Qualifications We Prefer:    

RTX SHA certified assessor preferred

ITC / BAER experience preferred

Master’s degree in management or technical field

Demonstrated Leadership skills and a track record of accomplishment in business performance using Continuous Improvement tools

Highly effective team player able to develop and sustain team commitment and ownership

Hands on experience with strong structured project management and problem-solving skills

Ability to work and communicate across all levels of leadership within the Pratt & Whitney and customer organization

Experience working with limited supervision and direction

Ability to initiate, lead and sustain change activities at the supplier

Highly adaptable person

Learn More and Apply:

What is my role type? In addition to transforming the future of flight, we are also transforming how and where we work. We’ve introduced role types to help you understand how you will operate in our blended work environment.

This role is:

Remote: Employees who are working in Remote roles will work primarily offsite (from home). Candidates will learn more about role type and current site status throughout the recruiting process. For onsite and hybrid roles, commuting to and from the assigned site is the employee’s personal responsibility.

The salary range for this role is 124,000 USD - 250,000 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 agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.

This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.

RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

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