OpX Capability Development Manager (Onsite)

Location US-CT-EAST HARTFORD-J ~ 400 Main St ~ BLDG J Date Posted 2026-04-27 Country United States of America Position Role Type Onsite U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance. Security Clearance Type DoD Clearance: Secret Security Clearance Status Active and existing security clearance required after day 1 What You Will Do Develop and manage the multi‑year roadmap for model‑based engineering and digital manufacturing capabilities supporting P&W’s Connected Production Environment. Lead Agile Program Increment (PI) planning, feature definition, user story creation, backlog management, and cross‑functional execution. Deliver integrated digital capabilities across CAD, PLM, CAM, CAI, simulation, work instructions, and key integrations with MES/ERP. Lead PLM‑enabled process engineering, including digital routings, tooling, staged models, process plans, and inspection planning. Ensure digital continuity across engineering, manufacturing, and operations by enabling authoritative model‑based data flow (PMI, GD&T, characteristics, design intent, Bill of Process, Bill of Material). Advance CAM and CAI capabilities to ensure toolpaths, inspection programs, and metrology workflows are driven directly from model‑based definitions. Enable virtual builds, process simulations, manufacturability assessments, and digital validation of production readiness. Partner with Engineering, Operations, Digital Technology, Architecture, and other enterprise teams to define integrated architectures, data standards, and system interfaces. Drive the development of architecture, methods, and standard work with agile software development hand off to the deployment team driving adoption across multiple P&W sites. Establish and report metrics for throughput, digital process coverage, cycle‑time reductions, and factory readiness impacts. Lead and develop a team of engineers, developers, and specialists responsible for model‑based capabilities and digital manufacturing solutions. Qualifications You Must Have Bachelors Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 12 years prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 10 years experience. 7+ years of experience implementing or managing CAD, PLM, MES, ERP, CAM, or CAI systems in complex manufacturing environments. Demonstrated knowledge of design, machining, welding, fabrication, assembly, metrology, and inspection processes. Strong understanding of engineering‑to‑manufacturing data flows (MBD, PMI/GD&T, BOM/BOP, process planning). Experience leading roadmaps, Agile/PI planning, or product‑oriented delivery approaches. Proven ability to architect integrated digital solutions across engineering and operations. Ability to work onsite full‑time and travel 25–50% to support deployment, training, and factory integration. Qualifications We Prefer Experience in aerospace, defense, industrial manufacturing, robotics, or similar highly regulated environments. Experience in manufacturing, quality, or industrial engineering in a direct shop/production support role. Hands‑on experience with PLM‑enabled process engineering, digital twins, or model‑based manufacturing workflows. Familiarity with model‑based inspection, CMM programming, and advanced metrology systems. Background in systems engineering, architecture, operations engineering, digital transformation, or Industry 4.0 initiatives. Demonstrated success driving change across multi‑site organizations. Role Type: 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. The salary range for this role is 157,200 USD - 298,800 USD. Benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term and 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 and 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 it is covered by a collective‑bargaining agreement. Payments under these programs are not guaranteed and depend on various factors. This is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply. Application window is expected to close approximately 40 days after posting. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Pratt & Whitney