Date Posted:

2026-03-31

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-CT-EAST HARTFORD-OBF1 ~ 400 Main St ~ BLDG OBF1

Position Role Type:

Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Security Clearance Type:

DoD Clearance: Secret

Security Clearance Status:

Active and existing security clearance required after day 1

At RTX, the world 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:

Pratt & Whitney (P&W) is seeking a detail oriented, goal focused individual to be a Product Manufacturing Engineer working on the New Product Introduction (NPI) team for Hot Section Module Center (HSMC). In this role, the selected individual will be responsible for full value stream manufacturing part ownership for Turbine Airfoil Blades through the life cycle of new programs, ensuring the progression of Process Development, Development Hardware Fabrication, Manufacturing Readiness Level (MRL), Production Rate Readiness (PRR), Advanced Part Quality Planning (APQP), and First Article Inspection. The selected candidates will have the opportunity to work in a fast pace and dynamic manufacturing environment on the next generation of development programs. Primary location in East Hartford, CT and up to 10% travel may be required.

Responsibilities:

Provide manufacturing producibility feedback on new designs as a member of the Integrated Product Team (IPT) with engineering.
Coordinate with supporting Process MEs to ensure a balanced and healthy value stream.
Ensure the advancement of MRL and APQP activities through risk identification and closure plan execution.
Drive targeted manufacturing process improvement/optimization activities.
Utilize the Agile framework for managing and prioritizing tasks.
Create and manage schedules ensuring on time delivery of development and FAI hardware.
Integrate with Quality, Operations, and Suppliers to ensure schedule needs are planned and executed.
Communicate task status in a highly visible environment concisely and clearly.
Up to 10% domestic travel may be required.
Obtain and hold a Secret Level Security Clearance.

Qualifications You Must Have:

5+ years of relevant experience with a Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related technical field, or 3+ years of relevant experience with an advanced degree.
Ability to effectively communicate (verbal and written), work and relate with people at all levels of the organization
Strong project management skills
US Citizenship required due to requirement to obtain and maintain secret clearance

Qualifications We Prefer:

Previous operations / manufacturing experience
Working knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
Proficiency in the application of continuous improvement tools: Process Certification, Value Stream Mapping, Standard Work, PFMEA, Six Sigma and/or Red-X
Experience with Agile project management methodology

Learn More & Apply Now:

In addition to transforming the future of flight, we are also transforming how and where we work. We’ve introduced role types to help you understand how you will operate in our blended work environment. This role is:

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.

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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