Operations Supervisor

Date Posted:

2026-11-11



Country:

United States of America



Location:

US-TX-GRAND PRAIRIE-1177 ~ 1177 N Great SW Pkwy ~ 1177 GREAT SW



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 certain necessary systems.



Security Clearance Type:

None/Not Required



Security Clearance Status:

Not Required

At RTX, the world 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 Do:

Dallas Airfoil Repair Operations (DARO) is looking for a high-energy, dynamic Operations Supervisor (Cell Leader M3) to oversee repair cell operations. You will be able to develop your leadership skills by leading the day-to-day operations team where you will collaborate with the leads of various business functions (i.e. engineering, quality, information technology, etc.).  You are accountable for leading continuous process improvement opportunities, and critical resource allocation to ensure that business metrics are met.  Excellent organization, prioritization, and interpersonal skills are important. This person will be responsible for collecting, analyzing, organizing, and summarizing information for regular reports and processes.

This role reports to the Operations Manager and will be supporting off shift operations.  Training is available and may be required on our 1st shift for up to 3 months.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide leadership and direction with emphasis on team building through employee meetings, effective communications, and in developing an efficient team that is responsible for engine assembly.
• Establish standards and expectations for work effort and performance for subordinates. Give constant feedback on performance to those standards. Communicate with other department personnel and customers to ensure customer satisfaction and actively to address issues and engage the workforce in achieving production goals.
• Coach employees to improve performance when needed.
• Maintain training, quality, and attendance records.
• Manage cell overtime and equitably distribute among employees.
• Ensure department equipment is clean, properly maintained, records and labels properly affixed, and uptime optimized while meeting all safety requirements.
• Ensure that all employees are fully trained in required aspects of Environmental Health & Safety.
• Ensure World Class safety culture is maintained and respond to all Environmental Health & Safety requirements promptly.
• Ensure full involvement in CORE continuous improvement initiatives is consistently upheld.
• Utilize CORE tools to improve production, performance, and reduce scrap, rework, and repair.
• Ensure compliance to all Quality policies and procedures.
• Control quality, productivity, and process flow to meet customer MRP requirements while ensuring a high level of customer satisfaction.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Advanced degree and 3+ years of experience in Operations, Engineering, Military, Business Management, Manufacturing, Aerospace or Aftermarket industry; OR Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of relevant industry experience; OR Associate’s degree and 7+ years of relevant industry experience; OR High School diploma or Military / Technical Training and 9+ years of relevant industry experience

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM)
• Personnel management experience, particularly within a bargaining unit / union workforce environment.
• Proven ability to lead mentoring, coaching, developing talent and motivate teams to achieve business goals.
• Ability to read and interpret technical data, blueprints, and engineering drawings.
• Organizational and project management skills, PMP certification preferred.
• Aftermarket Aerospace and Overhaul and Repair (MRO) industry experience
• Working knowledge of shop practices, quality standards, processes and procedures
• Understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles, and continuous improvement tools (CORE/ACE/SixSigma, QCPC and RCCA).
• Experience using Microsoft Office, SAP, MRP materials management, and MS Office Suite.
• Ability to work and effectively communicate with all levels of management, shop personnel and customers

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:

• Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance workers, as they are essential to the development of our engines.

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.

Learn more & apply today!

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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