Additive Manufacturing Operations Manager

2026-10-23

United States of America

US-CT-EAST HARTFORD-RTRC H ~ 411 Silver Ln ~ RTRC H

Onsite

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

The preferred candidate should have a strong understanding of engineering principles and hands-on experience working with additive equipment.  Candidate must be able to work effectively in a multidisciplinary, collaborative team environment focused on innovation and delivery and have demonstrated both verbal and written communication skills including:

 

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s Degree in a related field and minimum of 10 years of relevant experience
• Hands-on experience operating and maintaining laser powder bed fusion AM equipment
• Prior experience managing a team of 3 or more direct reports while collaboratively interfacing with multiple related functions
• Minimum 3 years experience with quality management systems and standards such as AS and ISO in an approval role
• Minimum 3 years experience basic troubleshooting of electromechanical systems and controls
• Minimum 3 years experience using MS Project, MES, ERP or similar tools
• Must be available on-call to support high-priority business needs

 

• Advanced degree in Industrial, Mechanical, Chemical, Manufacturing Engineering or related technical field with a minimum 7 years of industrial experience
• Highly organized, visible, proactive approach to leading and supporting an advanced technology development team with a relentless pursuit of continuous improvement
• Strong planning, problem solving, organizational, and project management skills applied to a highly dynamic project portfolio with competing priorities
• Six Sigma black belt, RTX CORE Expert, or equivalent

DoD Clearance: Secret

Active and existing security clearance required after day 1

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. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

The Additive Manufacturing Process and Capability Center (AMPCC) encompasses a critical mass of Additive Manufacturing (AM) process and industrialization experts, the necessary equipment, and develops the strategic collaborations needed to rapidly mature the technology and manufacturing readiness of AM.  The AMPCC is focused on the research, development and deployment of additive manufacturing tools and processes for our business units.

 

The Additive Manufacturing Operations Lead will be responsible for one or more of the following activities as they relate to the AMPCC, including:

 

• →Manage a team to execute tasks and ensure smooth functioning of the AMPCC while growing the team’s skill sets and operational capabilities
• →Coordinate with RTX AM development and production sites to improve operational efficiency
• →Develop short and long-term strategies for future industrialization of AM and expansion of capabilities
• →Execute and support development builds on various AM machines
• →Drive RCCA activities, capture lessons learned, and implement corrective actions with documentation
• →Support Proposal development activities for new projects, processes, and equipment
• →Oversee scheduling of projects and align resources to meet milestones on time and budget
• →Implement and enforce RTX CORE principles in AMPCC areas including process improvement and 6S
• →Drive rigorous standard work documents, tools, and policies to maintain quality and consistency
• →Manage EHS and Facilities activities to ensure AMPCC readiness, improve operational efficiencies, and ensure compliance with all required policies
• →Operate advanced measurement devices in support of AM machine characterization activities
• →Engage with suppliers and machine OEMs on various projects, RCCAs, and development opportunities
• →Lead the development of PO language creation for FAT/SAT, maintenance documentation, service agreements, and other acquisition related requirements
• →Lead the development and implementation of a production-relevant QMS for AM
• →Drive machine OEM compliance to technical requirements of PO language for new equipment
• →Manage indirect budget for operations and maintenance activities
• →Train employees in various processes ensuring robust documentation and knowledge transfer

 

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