Associate Director, Advanced Manufacturing Technology, N.. AMO; Onsite

Date Posted:

Country: United States of America

Location: US-CT-EAST HARTFORD-M ~ 400 Main St ~ BLDG M

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

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?

The Aftermarket Business Operations – North America team is looking for a Technology Leader. In this role you will be shaping our aftermarket operations towards a high‑performance, future‑ready Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) network. You will be leading the strategic deployment of advanced automation, connectivity, intelligent systems and new technology insertion into both our repair processes and disassembly, assembly & test (DAT) processes across Aftermarket Operations.

This role is key to our Aftermarket Operations transformation journey – directly impacting safety, quality, delivery and cost. It will have direct linkage to pervasive lean, process control, automation, new technologies, and connected manufacturing.

The person in this role can work from one of the following Pratt & Whitney locations:

• East Hartford, CT (HQ/EHRO)
• Columbus, GA (CEC)
• West Palm Beach, FL (GTF MRO)
• Springdale, AR (PSD)
• Dallas, TX (DARO)
• Lansing, MI (PWAA)
• North Berwick, ME (NBRO)

• Provide guidance, coaching and feedback to a team responsible for deploying & coordinating new technologies across our network.
• Set the vision and strategy for our Aftermarket technology roadmap to include automation, digital manufacturing, advanced inspection, and next‑generation repair strategies. Ensure alignment with business objectives to include a unified Aftermarket approach, customer requirements, and enterprise standards. Define an AMO level business case model for successful network deployment.
• Lead capital planning and deployment to ensure investments align with long‑term capability needs and industry competitiveness.
• Lead the deployment of a common technology passport framework across AMO in alignment with RTX Enterprise Management (REPM) for technology projects execution and industrialization.
• Optimize effectiveness in communication and influential leadership to inspire, align, and collaborate effectively with stakeholders across all levels of the organization, driving meaningful impact and organizational change.
• Work directly with our Aftermarket units to identify and prioritize technology projects. Work with Aftermarket Sustainment Engineering (ASE) counterparts and other suppliers to develop potential solutions. Partner with cross‑functional teams, across various disciplines with conflicting needs/priorities.
• Identify roadblocks/risks, provide mitigations & solutions to continuously advance progress.
• Serve as a key member of the Business Operations leadership team, influencing strategy, driving transformation, and shaping the future of the Aftermarket Operations.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable RTX and Pratt & Whitney policies and procedures including individual employee awareness of responsibility and accountability. Demonstrate ethical leadership and compliance.
• Ability to travel up to 20% to include limited international travel needs.

• Advanced degree and 10+ years of experience in Operations, Engineering, Project Management or…