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1st Shift Cell Leader - Vanes (Onsite)

RTX Corporation

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Compensation
$87–165K/yr
Location
east hartford, CT
Work Authorization
US work authorization required

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Security clearance

Job overview

The Cell Leader supports the HSMC Vanes Business Unit in a dynamic operations environment. The role leads skilled bargaining-unit employees and drives sustained improvements in safety, quality, production, material procurement, and cost reduction. It also includes daily supervisor responsibilities, project management, work scheduling, team development, and coordination with support groups to meet production requirements and customer needs.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

LeadershipManagement CommunicationUnion EnvironmentContinuous ImprovementLean ManufacturingACEQCPCTechnical PracticesOperational PracticesShop Environment

Qualifications

Bachelor's in Operations, Engineering, Business + 3 Years Leadership Experience or Associate's + 5 Years Leadership Experience or 7 Years Leadership ExperienceU.S. CitizenshipActive Security Clearance or Ability to Gain One

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Parental Leave
Paid Time Off

Full job description

Date Posted:

2026-10-27

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-CT-EAST HARTFORD-K ~ 400 Main St ~ BLDG K

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

At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world.

Pratt & Whitney is a world leader in the design, manufacture and service of aircraft engines and auxiliary power systems and has been revolutionizing modern flight for over 100 years. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

What You Will D o:

We are seeking a highly motivated, technically talented individual, who has a true desire to lead and coach in a dynamic operations environment to support our HSMC Vanes Business Unit as a Cell Leader.

You will lead sustained improvements in safety, quality, production, material procurement, and cost reduction through the system’s various elements. In conjunction to daily supervisor responsibilities, project management, effective communication and execution with support group members is critical to the department’s success.

Responsibilities:

  • Providing direction to skilled HSMC-S bargaining unit employees

  • Leading employee engagement and continuous improvement efforts

  • Lead sustained improvements in safety, quality, production, material procurement, and cost reduction through the system’s various elements.

  • Perform daily supervisor responsibilities, project management, effective communication and execution with support group members.

  • Establish work schedules taking into account customer requirements, resource availability and other priorities

  • Provide leadership and direction with an emphasis on team building through daily toolbox meetings, effective communications, and in developing an efficient team that is responsive to production requirements and changes

  • Demonstrate a 100% dedication to Quality, Environment Health and Safety (EHS) and Achieving Competitive Excellence (ACE)

  • Understanding and ability to drive quality and customer satisfaction through ACE operating system

Qualifications You Must Have:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Operations, Engineering, Business with 3+ years of leadership experience with specialized knowledge or technical/operational practices and/or shop environment experience or Associates Degree with 5+ years of leadership experience with specialized knowledge or technical/operational practices and/or shop environment experience OR in lieu of degree, 7+ years of leadership experience with specialized knowledge or technical/operational practices and/or shop environment experience

  • U.S. citizenship required due to government contracts

  • Experience working with all levels of management and experience in a union environment

  • Experience with Continuous Improvement principles (lean manufacturing, ACE, QCPC, etc.)

  • Active security clearance and/or ability to gain one

Learn More & Apply Now :

Please ensure the role type defined below is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role. This position is classified as:

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.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.

The salary range for this role is 86,800 USD - 165,200 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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Raytheon Technologies is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.

How this job compares

Set against the 1,922 open Operations Supervisor jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 4, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$87–165K/yr
  • US median$71–86K/yr540 salary ranges

This range's midpoint, $126K, is 57% above the US median midpoint ($80K) — in the top quarter of Operations Supervisor salary ranges across the US.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 43 open Operations Supervisor jobs in Connecticut and 1,922 across the US. Under 1% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in Connecticut
Experience
This posting asks for at least 3 years of experience; Operations Supervisor postings that state a minimum ask for 3 years at the median (938 postings).
Education
41 of the 1,922 open Operations Supervisor jobs (2%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

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