EHRO Thermal Coatings Process Engineer (Onsite)

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. Pratt & Whitney is a world leader in the design, manufacture and service of aircraft engines and auxiliary power systems, revolutionizing modern flight for over 100 years. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

About the role

The East Hartford Repair Operations (EHRO) has an opportunity for a Process and Manufacturing Engineering (P4) position within the Connecticut Rotating Parts (CTRP) engineering team. As a CTRP Process and Manufacturing Engineer (PME), you will report directly to the Connecticut Rotating Parts (CTRP) Engineering Manager and be responsible for a subset of hardware flowing through the CTRP shop floor. This role is ideal for a technical leader who enjoys hands-on work in a machine shop environment and solving problems daily.

This position is onsite at our East Hartford, CT location. U.S. citizenship is required due to program access requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day leadership, direction, and coordination of Pratt & Whitney support organizations and suppliers, focusing on advanced coating systems
• Drive process development and training, as well as qualification of advanced coating equipment, including surface preparation
• Create work instructions and optimize process parameters to support coating processes
• Establish operational infrastructure for data collection of coating processes
• Stay current on industry and professional developments
• Maintain a world-class safety culture and respond promptly to all EH&S requirements
• Promote corporate ethical standards, business practices, and company policies
• Provide daily technical support to the shop floor for thermal spray challenges during the repair process
• Develop and enforce standardized engineering practices, processes, tools, and methods across products
• Manage projects and lead CORE business progress, lean manufacturing, and quality improvement efforts
• Select and introduce new capital equipment to improve cell business metrics

Requirements

• Advanced Degree and 5+ years of experience in Engineering, Aerospace, Manufacturing, or Aviation industry; OR Bachelor’s degree and 8+ years of relevant industry experience

Qualifications

• Degree in a STEM field; Materials Science, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering preferred
• Experience and/or familiarity with thermal spray coatings specifications, particularly in an FAA Repair Station MRO environment
• Thorough understanding of manufacturing and/or repair process life cycle
• Strong technical and functional knowledge of turbine engines and/or Pratt & Whitney products
• Ability to read and interpret technical data, engine manuals, and blueprints
• Advanced skills in robotic programming; experience with ASEA robot via S4 control is a plus
• Experience with CAD/CAM programs, Solumina MES, SAP ERP, and MS Office Suite
• Project management experience with the ability to prioritize work in a fast-paced environment
• Experience leading and motivating teams to achieve business goals
• Strong communication skills at all levels of the organization, including senior management

Pay

The salary range for this role is $107,500 - $204,500 USD. The range is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including role, function, responsibilities, work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance, short-term disability, and 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 depend on the business unit and whether the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Hired applicants may also be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs, depending on role level and coverage by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments are not guaranteed and depend on individual, business unit, and company performance.