Description

Date Posted:
2026-07-15
Country:
United States of America
Location:
US-CT-MIDDLETOWN-130 ~ Aircraft Rd ~ BLDG 130
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.

Pratt & Whitney, Compression Systems Manufacturing Center (CSMC) in Middletown, Connecticut is seeking a Process Manufacturing Engineer. CSMC makes complex rotating jet engine parts for military and commercial applications.

What You Will Do:

With specific process ownership, the Senior Manufacturing Engineer will provide direct troubleshooting support to the manufacturing shop floor and drive improvement across those specific manufacturing processes. Processes include conventional machining (Milling, Turning, Drilling, etc.) and Special Manufacturing processes (Surface Treatment, Coatings, Welding, etc.)

• Identify & implement process optimization & process control methods to eliminate quality turn backs/escapes and reduce overall product costs through the specific process.
• Interact with product designers, tool designers, quality assurance, systems designers, and other stakeholders is required to improve first pass yield through manufacturing processes
• Perform Root cause analysis and corrective actions on non-conforming products for responsible processes using statistical analysis tools and other methods as necessary
• Drive targeted manufacturing process optimization activities using MRL tools such as Process Control Plans and PFMEA
• The discipline and follow-through to fully document problem statements, observations, conclusions, calculations and recommendations.
• Support the project pipeline process to select, prioritize and scope projects to business objectives, integrated with other continuous improvement activities and CORE (Customer Oriented Results and Excellence) initiatives.
• Schedule and facilitate periodic project reviews and ensure validation. Use effective scorecards and metrics to ensure progress.
• Lead projects critical to improve manufacturing process capability & quality performance through the assigned processes undefined

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Bachelor's Degree in engineering and 5 or more years of experience in an engineering, manufacturing operations, quality, shop floor or similar environment OR a Master's degree and 3 or more years of experience in an engineering, manufacturing, quality, shop floor or similar environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Products
• Experience managing multiple projects with competing priorities in a constantly fluctuating work environment
• Experience reading and interpreting complex blueprints
• Experience in a Manufacturing Shop Environment

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Six Sigma project leadership/management/coaching experience
• Experience in project management tools like MS Projects
• Previous experience with PW software tools like Solumina, and SAP
• Experience in using UG/NX, and Team Center software suites
• Experience in using Minitab and other statistical software for analysis
• Experience with working on Rotating Gas Turbine Parts
• Experience in Conventional Manufacturing processes

Please ensure the role type defined below is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role. This position is classified as:

Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.

Candidates will learn more about role type and current site status throughout the recruiting process. For onsite and hybrid 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 86,800 USD - 165,200 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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