Principal Specialist _ Supplier Performance CORE

Date Posted

2026-06-23

Country

India

Location

IN-KA-BENGALURU-NORTHGATE ~ Sy No 2/2 Venkatala Village ~ SY NO 2/2 VENKATALA VILLAGE, Yelahanka Hobli

Position Role Type

Onsite

Who We Are

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.

What You Will Do

Role Purpose

To drive operational excellence by leading Continuous Improvement (CI) initiatives across the site through structured deployment of Lean methodologies, standardization, root cause analysis, and capability building. The role focuses on eliminating waste, improving productivity, enhancing quality, and building a sustainable CI culture.

Role

• Lean Deployment & Process Excellence

Drive end-to-end process optimization using Lean tools (Kaizen, 5S, TPM, VSM, Standard Work) to eliminate waste, improve flow, and enhance productivity. Identify bottlenecks, implement layout/process improvements, and institutionalize standardized processes across the organization. Lead Zero-Defect initiatives and drive Relentless Root Cause Analysis (RRCA) for sustainable improvements.

• Continuous Improvement Project Execution

Lead and deliver cross-functional CI projects within defined time, cost, and performance targets. Plan and facilitate Kaizen events, improvement workshops, and track measurable business impact (OEE, cost, quality, delivery). Establish KPI dashboards, monitor performance metrics, and provide structured updates to leadership.

• Capability Building & CI Culture
• Build Lean capability by training and coaching teams on problem-solving methodologies.
• Drive 5S, CI ideas, and visual management systems across designated areas.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement while ensuring compliance with quality, safety, and environmental standards.
• Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
• Productivity Improvement (%)
• Cost Savings / Cost Avoidance (INR)
• OEE Improvement
• First Pass Yield / Defect Reduction
• CORE Maturity Score
• Kaizen Implementation Rate
• Zero-Defect Achievement Progress

Qualifications You Must Have

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Mechanical / Industrial / Production / Manufacturing preferred).
• 5–8 years of manufacturing experience with exposure to Lean / CI deployment.
• Certification in Lean / Six Sigma (Green Belt preferred).
• Experience in TPM, Kaizen facilitation, and Value Stream Mapping.
• Strong analytical and project management skills.
• Competencies Required
• Structured problem-solving mindset
• Strong stakeholder management
• Data-driven decision making
• Change management capability
• Influencing and facilitation skills
• High ownership and result orientation
• Behavioral Expectations
• Drives accountability and ownership
• Promotes collaboration across functions
• Challenges status quo constructively
• Demonstrates safety-first mindset
• Leads by example in Lean behaviors

Onsite: Hybrid

Location: Bengaluru

RTX adheres to the principles of equal employment. All qualified applications will be given careful consideration without regard to ethnicity, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation or identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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