Outsourcing Vendor Manager Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Date Posted:
2026-08-25
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:
U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.
Security Clearance Type:
None/Not Required
Security Clearance Status:
Not Required
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:

• Build and execute a long-term outsourcing strategy for MCSS, including development of 1, 5, and 10-year roadmaps.
• Establish guidelines for preferred vendors and define optimal Blue Badge versus Outsourced/Yellow Badge workforce mix to support program scalability.
• Implement a structured vendor evaluation, selection, and onboarding process aligned with RTX and P&W best practices.
• Identify and expand global vendor capabilities while serving as the primary point of contact for non-technical/SOW vendor communication.
• Standardize SOW language, expectations, and deliverables in collaboration with the Business Team, ensuring consistency across MCSS.
• Develop standard work for vendor engagement, onboarding, deliverable reviews, and ongoing performance management.
• Establish a cadence for vendor engagement, including onsite/offsite interactions and exploration of MCSS vendor conferences.
• Partner with RTX and P&W Global Outsourcing Teams to ensure alignment with enterprise outsourcing initiatives and compliance with security and digital workforce control requirements.
• Evaluate and implement secure workforce connection models (KCF, EVDI, dedicated devices) and collaborate with DXC to enhance vendor access support processes.
• Develop and maintain vendor performance dashboards covering quality, delivery, and responsiveness; enforce standards through monthly metrics and MFA oversight.
• Identify and mitigate outsourcing risks related to critical responsibilities and ensure compliance with RTX contingent workforce, export controls, data protection, and cybersecurity policies.

What You Will Learn
Insight into global outsourcing strategies across RTX and P&W, including exposure to enterprise frameworks and digital workforce control systems.
Experience shaping long-term organizational outsourcing capabilities with significant strategic impact on MCSS and broader military support operations.
Enhanced vendor management, negotiation, and performance analytics skills through direct engagement with diverse global suppliers and enterprise stakeholders.
Qualifications You Must Have:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or a related field is required.
• 8+ years of experience in outsourcing strategy, vendor management, supply chain leadership, or related domains.
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Advanced degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or a related field.
• Demonstrated ability to build multi-year outsourcing strategies and manage vendor relationships at scale.
• Experience working within highly regulated environments, preferably aerospace or defense.
• Strong project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple stakeholder groups.
• Outstanding communication, relationship-building, and vendor negotiation skills.

Learn More & 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 workers, as they are essential to the development of our engines.
Candidates will learn more about role type and current site status throughout the recruiting process. For onsite 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 107,500 USD - 204,500 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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