Principal Specialist, Procurement

RTX

. Interface directly with JAEC (Japanese Aero Engines Corporation) to support the GTF program and Legacy programs .

Posted 10/5/2026full-timeEast Hartford • Connecticut • United StatesLead💰 $86,800 - $165,200 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in supply chain management and procurement within the aerospace industry, with a strong focus on supplier relationship management, compliance, and cross-functional collaboration. Proven ability to drive improvements and ensure production schedules are met through effective communication and project management.

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Supply Chain ManagementProcurement ActivitiesSAP ExperienceAerospace Industry KnowledgeProject Management Skills

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Hard Skills

ProcurementSupplier Relationship ManagementOrder PlacementDemand CoordinationDelivery AssuranceCapacity PlanningMetrics TrackingCompliance ManagementProduct TransitionsSupply Chain Improvement

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsCommunication SkillsCustomer FocusSelf-Starter AttitudeCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeSAP

Industry Keywords

AerospaceGTF ProgramLegacy ProgramsInternational Trade ComplianceUTC Code of EthicsPratt & Whitney Procurement Manual

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Interface directly with JAEC (Japanese Aero Engines Corporation) to support the GTF program and Legacy programs
Own a dynamic part portfolio mainly sourced from partners in Japan
Interface with the CE Program Office, PPO, Operations, Supply Chain, Engineering, Industrial, Quality, and other organizations
Work with the Supply Chain Manager, Value Stream Manager, and their teams to identify supply-chain improvement opportunities
Lead end-to-end procurement activities, supplier on-time delivery management, leading-indicator metrics, and capacity ramp plans
Coordinate cross-functionally with Quality, Materials, Engineering, MCL, ESA, Strategic Sourcing, Continuous Improvement, Production Readiness, and assigned suppliers
Conduct standard product purchasing activities, including order placement, demand and scheduling coordination, supplier relationship management, delivery assurance, and turn-back monitoring and reporting
Execute tactical plans and product transitions
Build collaborative working relationships with partners and suppliers to resolve supply-chain problems
Drive achievements, delivery plans, and customer-committed actions to completion
Track critical parts and identify shortages by engine module to ensure production schedules are met
Ensure compliance with the Pratt & Whitney Procurement Manual, GSC Standard Work, UTC Code of Ethics, International Trade Compliance, and Transition Standard Work (TSW)
Work frequently during off-hours to support international partnered suppliers in Japan

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience in operations, supply chain, or related field and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years’ experience
Ability to work flexible hours to support partners in Japan
Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the company’s immigration sponsorship now or in the future
Strong understanding of Microsoft Office programs functionality
Experience in materials or supply chain within the aerospace industry
Demonstrated organizational skills with the ability to work in a global supply chain
Strong communication and project management skills
Experience as a day-to-day user of SAP, entering transactions and running reports
Strong customer focus experience with a focus on business results
Ability to work as a self-starter with flexible roles and responsibilities
No security clearance required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
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
Holidays
Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs (eligibility dependent on position and collective-bargaining coverage)