F135 International Sustainment Regional Manager (Onsite)

Date Posted:

2026-08-06



Country:

United States of America



Location:

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



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

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.

Pratt & Whitney (P&W) Military Engines F135 Sustainment is seeking a motivated, detail-oriented Regional Fleet and Logistics Program Manager for the F135 International Program with strong communication skills, both written and verbal, to lead a team of Country Logistics Program Managers (LPM), Field Support Engineers (FSE) and Technicians in support of F135 international customers. Ensures each country-focused team and sites are meeting customer expectations and are abiding by appropriate Raytheon/PW policies and the country specific TAA.  

This position within F135 Sustainment is a customer facing role in a high visibility and cross functional environment from the flight line to the Joint Program Office (JPO), integrating with all major PW operational functions that support the F135 program.

A successful candidate will have the ability to build trust and strong working relationships with customers, partners, and internal organizations.

What You Will Do:

• Work closely and collaborate with internal P&W teams (Customer Support Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Integrated Customer Support, Lightning Operations Center, Depot Operations, Engineering and ALIS teams) to assist FSEs and country LPMs in resolution of emerging customer issues and maintain flexibility to resolve constantly changing customer priorities.
• Meet regularly with JPO and in-country counterparts to manage customer expectations and priorities.
• Ensures key delivery metrics are tracked and measured, taking appropriate actions to meet program objectives.
• Provide mentorship and career development to your team to reach their career growth potential and effectiveness, drive engagement within the team.
• Visit sites within assigned region to meet with onsite employees and meet with customers to provide leadership support and get program level propulsion feedback.
• Work with F135 Contracts Team frequently to ensure current customer needs are in the contract and funding, and future planning for new customers and site stand up.
• Supporting the F135 International Site Activation & Transition Manager, hires and ensures a smooth transition into country for new FSEs and Technicians, and ensures new customers and sites successfully transition from concept to Initial Operational Capability (IOC).
• Represent the “voice of the customer” for their assigned region at IPMT,  SPMT, CSIPT and other program meetings.
• Provide team leadership actions to ensure:  
• Training and administrative requirements are accomplished by assigned employees within established timelines.
• Management actions are accomplished in a timely manner, to include approving expense reports, time & attendance, and performance evaluations.
• Customer feedback is received on a regular basis, that records are tracked and trended on customer satisfaction, and any grievances are addressed immediately
• Contract adherence for onsite FSE coverage, Program Reviews and customer support is consistently provided.
• Support the country LPMs and FSEs within your region in coordinating and completing Fleet Management Plans (FMP) for fleet campaigns, and provide guidance for Contractor Field Team (CFT) efforts
• Assist LPM’s and FSE’s with customer deployment planning and coordination
• Oversight for the coordination and execution of customer visits to Pratt & Whitney

What You Will Learn:

Critical skills for leading a team that supports P&W's important international F135 customers by providing world class sustainment and logistics support & services around the world. You will also learn how to build and continually develop an engaged professional team focused on enabling our customer's warfighter mission.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• BS/BA degree required. 
• 10+ years of technical or program management experience in an aviation related field required.
• At least 5 years of managerial, supervisory and leadership skills required.
• 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.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Advanced degree and/or M.B.A degree is preferred.
• JCL2 Certification, Knowledge of TAAs, Global Trade/ITAR Requirements
• F135 familiarity: Fleet Operations & Fleet Management, Supply Chain Management, Support Equipment Management, HPSI structure, PBL contracting & requirements process, Taxes Tariffs and Duties with respect to GAM.       
• Previous F135 FSE experience
• Experience interfacing with internal and external customers

Learn More and 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

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.

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.

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 132,400 USD - 251,600 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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