Supplier Development Lead

RTX

. Support 4 or 5 Pratt & Whitney suppliers in the Los Angeles area in achieving platinum-level performance .

Posted 9/18/2026full-timeLos Angeles • California • United StatesSenior💰 $107,500 - $204,500 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

Role fit

Core Competencies

Use this summary to align your resume positioning with the role.

Demonstrates expertise in supplier performance improvement, lean manufacturing, and continuous improvement methodologies, with a strong focus on relationship management and operational excellence. Proven ability to lead change initiatives and effectively communicate across various levels of an organization.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Lean ManufacturingContinuous ImprovementSupplier Health Assessment (SHA)Six-Sigma Black BeltACE Tools

ATS Keywords

Tailor your resume

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills

Root-Cause AnalysisCapacity AssessmentEquipment MaintenanceProject ManagementQuality Improvement

Soft Skills

LeadershipCommunicationRelationship ManagementCoachingProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

ACE ToolsLean Manufacturing ToolsOperational-Excellence Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

Six-Sigma Black BeltCORE CertificationSHA Certified Assessor

Industry Keywords

OperationsInvestment CastingsForgingsMachiningSupplier Performance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support 4 or 5 Pratt & Whitney suppliers in the Los Angeles area in achieving platinum-level performance
Train and coach suppliers on root-cause analysis, lean manufacturing, cell design, capacity assessment, equipment maintenance, EH&S issues, and shop cleanliness
Improve relationships between Pratt & Whitney and suppliers through better communication, fewer outside visits, additional business opportunities, reduced financial risks, and long-term relationship development
Spend approximately 80% of time on-site at suppliers in the Los Angeles area and 20% working from a home office
Assess supplier capability and sustainability through the Supplier Health Assessment (SHA)
Develop Supplier Continuous Improvement Plan (SCIP) action plans to close performance gaps
Track SCIP actions and drive closure to reach gold-level performance
Manage capacity constraints through planning and corrective actions
Conduct on-site training and coaching for supplier teams
Coordinate with Pratt & Whitney technical teams to improve design for manufacturing
Coordinate with Pratt & Whitney purchasing teams to stabilize production demands and identify root causes and corrective actions for Pratt & Whitney-caused misses
Establish and track weekly leading performance indicators at suppliers
Expedite deliveries and resolve quality issues as required
Improve supplier performance, profitability, and culture while building relationships and promoting continuous improvement

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years experience
U.S. citizenship is required
Reside in the Los Angeles, CA area
Experience in Operations, preferably with investment castings, forgings, or machining
Additional experience in Quality and/or Continuous Improvement roles strongly desired
Strong leadership skills and demonstrated business-performance accomplishments using ACE tools
Hands-on experience with structured project management and problem-solving using ACE tools
Ability to communicate with shop-floor operators, the Pratt & Whitney supply chain team, and supplier leadership
Ability to initiate, lead, and sustain change activities at suppliers
Operations experience running a shop or cell where lean manufacturing was implemented
Significant engagement with lean manufacturing or operational-excellence tools
Six-Sigma Black Belt preferred
CORE Certification or equivalent skills preferred
SHA certified assessor preferred
ITC / BAER experience preferred

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)