Slurry and Melt Process Engineering Manager

Date Posted:

Country:

United States of America

Location:

PW192: Carlsbad 5940 Darwin Court Carlsbad CA 92008 USA

Position Role Type:

Hybrid

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:

None/Not Required

Pratt & Whitney is working to once again transform the future of flightdesigning building and servicing engines unlike any the world has ever seen. And because transformation begins from within were seeking the people to drive it. So calling all curious.

Come ready to explore and youll find a place where your talent takes flightbeyond the borders of title a country or your comfort zone. Bring your passion and commitment and well welcome you into a tight-knit team that takes our mission personally. Channel your drive to make a difference into shaping an organization and an industry thats evolving fast to the future.

At Pratt & Whitney the difference you make is on display every day. Just look up. Are you ready to go beyond

Pratt & Whitney is seeking a highly motivated individual to lead the engineering team focused on the development of the Slurry and Melt Infiltration processes used to manufacture ceramic matrix composite (CMC) turbine components. CMCs are an enabling material that increases the temperature capability of jet engine components. Through successful development and application of these materials P&W will deliver engines that are more fuel efficient lighter weight and durable for commercial and military applications.

What You Will Do:

• Lead all aspects of process engineering for the slurry and melt infiltration processes including development of standard operating procedures work instructions quality requirements raw material specs process to property relationships and deviations from regulatory requirements.

• Lead the development of Slurry Infiltration (SI) and Melt Infiltration (MI) processes to produce ceramic matrix composites ensuring continuous improvement and compliance with safety quality cost and delivery requirements.

• Develop implement validate maintain and continuously improve manufacturing processes digital systems and/or methods of manufacture which are capable of meeting and continue to meet requirements for safety quality cost delivery rate and lead time.

• Support the deployment of the strategy for comprehensive data collection and analysis from slurry and melt that will support robust process development and understanding as part of the digital thread for CMCs. This includes establishing methods for data collection data analysis and data visualization to enable statistical process control (SPC)

• Manage the slurry and melt engineering team ensuring active participation in Integrated Product Teams compliance with company policies and safety standards and fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment. Conduct performance appraisals set goals and ensure adherence to Environmental Health and Safety regulations.

• Lead the process advancement Manufacturing Readiness Level (MRL) and support hardware production for Technology Readiness Level (TRL) demonstration

• Support design installation and qualification of new equipment and equipment modifications with strong configuration management practices

• Promote a culture of zero defects within the area of accountability.

• Ensure that manufacturing processes and methods of manufacture within the business are developed and deployed to support first pass yield.

• Collaborate with other functional groups in support of department and company initiatives

• Lead Continuous Improvement project management and quality improvement efforts

• Provide exemplary professional representation to P&W other OEMs and the FAA and other regulatory agencies.

• Ensure that manufacturing processes are in full compliance with Health Safety & Environmental Standards.

• Rigorously raise investigate and resolve safety related issues.

• Ensure that the team monitors and improves OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness) through implementation of Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) practices

• Identify investigate and implement new technology to address business goals

• Ensure that the team supports a 24/7 operation as required

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in engineering is required a masters degree is preferred

• A minimum of 12 years of relevant engineering experience in slurry and melt infiltration or chemical vapor infiltration or 10yrs with an advanced degree

• 5 years of leadership or managerial skills and the ability to work with all levels of management personnel and customers

• US Citizenship is required as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Demonstrated leadership critical thinking business acumen and innovative problem-solving skills with strong collaboration communication and presentation abilities.

• Proven experience in process engineering and/or aerospace particularly managing chemical processes like CVI CVD Slurry infiltration Melt infiltration petrochemical semiconductor or pharmaceutical synthesis.

• Familiarity with complex automated equipment including PLCs safety systems and related interlocks.

• Proficient in process improvement methodologies such as Six Sigma and LEAN with a thorough understanding of Environmental Health and Safety regulations including process safety management.

• knowledge of aerospace quality standards and practices such as ISO9001 and AS9100.

What We Offer:

• Benefits

• Relocation Package

Learn More & Apply Now!

What is my role type In addition to transforming the future of flight we are also transforming how and where we work. Weve 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.

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 employees personal responsibility.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process candidates may be asked to attendselect 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 172900 USD - 328700 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 candidates 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 companys 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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