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RTX names Jill Albertelli as next Pratt & Whitney president

September 15, 2026 4:30 PM EDT

RTX (NYSE: RTX) announced the appointment of Jill Albertelli as president of Pratt & Whitney, effective Jan. 1, 2027. Albertelli will report to RTX Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Chris Calio and succeeds Shane Eddy, who has decided to retire.



Albertelli most recently served as president of Pratt & Whitney's Military Engines, where she secured the company's sole source propulsion position on the F-35 fighter aircraft, improved F135 engine delivery and quality performance, and expanded sustainment capability. Her career at the company spans engineering, manufacturing operations, quality, supply chain management, commercial programs, sales, maintenance repair operations, and strategy.



Albertelli holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering from Boston University and a Master of Business Administration degree from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute.



Eddy will remain with the company through March 2027 as a special advisor to support the leadership transition. His more than 40-year career included roles ranging from flight line mechanic to company president, a position he assumed in 2022. During his tenure, he oversaw production and sustainment for the Geared Turbo Fan and F135 engine programs.



RTX, headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, reported 2025 sales of more than $88 billion and employs more than 180,000 people globally.


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