DEVELOPMENT LEAD HAND

Date Posted:

2026-05-11

Country:

Canada

Location:

CA-ON-MISSISSAUGA-P22M01 ~ 1801 Courtney Park Dr ~ P22M01 BLDG

Position Role Type:

Onsite

Who We Are:

At Pratt & Whitney, we believe that powered flight has transformed – and will continue to transform – the world. That’s why we work with an explorer’s heart and a perfectionist’s grit to design, build, and service the world’s most advanced aircraft engines. We do this across a portfolio – including Commercial Engines, Military Engines, Business Aviation, General Aviation, Regional Aviation, and Helicopter Aviation – and as a way of turning possibilities into realities for our customers. This is how we at Pratt & Whitney approach our work, and this is why we are inspired to go beyond.

An Employer of Choice:

Pratt & Whitney Canada was named one of Canada’s Best Employers for 2026 by Forbes, marking the 11th consecutive year the company has earned this recognition. Pratt & Whitney Canada also ranked #1 employer in the aerospace and defense industry in the country. In addition, our headquarters continues to be recognized among the top employers in the Montreal region. Together, these distinctions reinforce our reputation as an employer of choice in Montreal, across Canada, and around the world.

What Your Day to Day Will Look Like:

• Leads a team of skilled assemblers, operators and test technicians
• Identify and mentor potential C.I’s, advance program objectives and meet agreed customer goals and milestones, allocation of manpower according to engine priorities and other dept priorities and update daily engine status
• Mentor and coach’s new assemblers and operators, coordinates resolution of technical issues during build or test and shift change handover meetings
• Ensure all paperwork is completed as per quality standards, advances FOD culture and initiatives in assembly, rigs, lab and test cells, completes 6S inspections, support and advance ACE initiatives and occasional communication of information in contact meetings
• Coordinates movement of hardware internally and externally
• Completes EHS inspections
• Coordinates departmental training requirements with Supervisor

The Tools You Need to Be Successful:

• HS diploma (or equivalent) or vocational/technical education in related discipline with a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience. Certification or credentials may be required for some roles.
• Ten years’ minimal experience in assembly and test
• Thorough understanding of compressor and turbine build/balancing processes
• Experience in leading and developing high performing teams
• Ability to work independently in a high-pressure environment
• Drive to meet customer requirements while maintaining highest quality of work
• Must be organized and able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Must be able to interact with various groups from both plant 22 and other plants
• Must be able to manage department shift schedule & support weekday & weekend overtime as required.
• Analytical & troubleshooting skills
• Communication skills and a demonstrated ability for teamwork

What we offer?

• A renowned, global company
• Innovative, state-of-the-art products and technology: next-generation aircraft and helicopter engines (PW800, PT6E-series, F135, etc.)
• Development of green and sustainable technologies
• Career development and education programs
• Leadership training programs and mentoring
• Range of employee benefits, savings plan and pension plan
• Recognized environmental, health and safety practices
• Corporate health and wellness programs and employee resource groups
• Assistance program for parental leave

The salary range for this role is $92,170 to $122,150 CAD . 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


RTX offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical and dental coverage, disability benefits, a retirement savings program, and tuition assistance through RTX’s Employee Scholar Program. Eligibility for specific benefits is based on factors such as position level, employment type (e.g., temporary or permanent), and business unit, and will be discussed during the hiring process.

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 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 job posting is for an existing position vacancy.

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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