Date Posted: 2026-08-28

Country: Canada

Location: CA-QC-SAINT HUBERT-H05 ~ 7007 Chemin De La Savane ~ BLDG H05 FACTORY

About Pratt & Whitney Canada

Pratt & Whitney Canada (P&WC) is a global leader in the aerospace industry, headquartered in Longueuil, Quebec. We manufacture next-generation engines that power the world’s largest fleet of business, general aviation, and regional aircraft and helicopters.

For nearly 100 years, we have pioneered advancements in engine development, supporting cargo and equipment transportation, wildfire suppression, and passenger travel.

An Employer of Choice

Pratt & Whitney Canada was recognized as one of Canada’s Top 10 Employers in 2025 by Forbes, in addition to being ranked #1 among aerospace and defense employers in the country! Our headquarters is also listed among the top employers in the Montreal region. Together, these accolades reinforce our reputation as an employer of choice in the Montreal region, Canada, and worldwide.

Why join the MRO team?

In a context of strong growth in demand for engine component repair, we must accelerate the transformation of our operations to ensure an exceptional level of service to our internal and external customers.

As a leader within the organization, you will have the opportunity to apply your knowledge of operational excellence and leverage your leadership to guide and support your team through its growth. As the head of a profit center, you will ensure the smooth daily operation of the business, with a focus on:

• Employee health and safety,
• Compliance with environmental standards,
• Product quality.

You will play a key role in promoting operational efficiency, customer focus, and embodying RTX’s values. You will also contribute to the development and execution of the five-year strategy, the development of new business opportunities, and the implementation of transformation projects across the MRO network.

This is a full-time position, Monday to Friday, with flexible working hours in Saint-Hubert, and is performed exclusively on-site.

What will your day-to-day look like?

• Oversee component delivery across the four value streams, from induction to shipment.
• Lead a team of supervisors and inspire a culture of engagement, accountability, and development.
• Drive operations to:
  • Increase throughput,
  • Improve bottleneck performance,
  • Reduce lead times,
  • Control WIP,
  • Ensure operational continuity,
  • Achieve financial targets.
• Promote Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) and ensure a safe working environment.
• Place quality at the center of all actions and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Contribute to a 1, 5, and 10-year strategic vision to support growth.
• Encourage innovation and the industrialization of new technologies.
• Plan and track production to ensure delivery according to deadlines, quantities, and quality standards.
• Lead teams and conduct daily meetings (tier meetings).
• Monitor Key Performance Indicators (KPIs): throughput, quality, WIP, costs, customer satisfaction, etc.
• Respond swiftly to unexpected events (breakdowns, quality deviations, HSE incidents).
• Optimize workflows and resources by supporting Lean and continuous improvement initiatives (5S, Kaizen).
• Prioritize operational decisions on a daily basis.
• Communicate effectively with all stakeholders (teams, management, partners).
• Meet financial commitments and protect the profitability of the profit center.

What do you need to be successful?

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or business management with over 10 years of progressive management experience in the aerospace industry; MBA or other advanced management degree preferred.
• Experience in a leadership role and the ability to be promoted through demonstrated performance and proven capabilities.
• Experience with unionized and non-unionized workforces.
• Demonstrated success in operations management, with excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Proven ability to lead projects in areas impacting operations: EH&S, HR, Quality, Finance, Ethics/Compliance, and Export Control.
• Knowledge of Lean transformation principles and an understanding of assembly, testing, and machining processes are assets.

Required Skills:

• Strategic leadership
• Teamwork
• Results-oriented
• Business innovation
• Adaptability
• Analytical skills
• Customer orientation
• Business judgment

This position is part of a French-speaking work environment, nevertheless it requires a very good knowledge of English to read and understand, on a daily basis, documentation and technical terms that may emanate from international organizations, as well as to write and communicate in English with customers, suppliers, or international colleagues.

What we offer

• Pension and savings plan with employer contributions
• Group insurance program
• Opportunities for advancement (career progression)
• Merit or recognition program
• Health and wellness program, including telemedicine
• Recreational and sports club
• Nearby daycares
• Transportation accessibility or public transit program and free parking

Working at Pratt & Whitney Canada

The masculine form is used without discrimination and solely for the purpose of lightening the text. We will review job applications from all qualified candidates.

At Pratt & Whitney Canada, we combine passion, boldness, and precision to design, manufacture, and maintain the most advanced and reliable aircraft engines in the world. Our work and the quality of our products contribute to the success of our customers, who in turn save lives, support commerce, connect communities, and protect freedoms.

At Pratt & Whitney Canada, you have the opportunity to make a difference every day; just look up. Are you ready to push your limits?