Senior Project Engineer (Onsite)

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Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-CT-EAST HARTFORD-G 400 Main St BLDG G

Position Role Type:

Onsite

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

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None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status:

Not Required

At RTX the worlds largest aerospace and defense company 185000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the worlds 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 is seeking a Senior Project Engineer with strong communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work across multiple stakeholders to successfully drive technical execution for the critical F135 Engine Core Upgrade (ECU) Mechanical System project team. Based within our Mechanical Systems Externals and Nacelles (MSEN) organization you will lead cross-functional engineering projects supporting the development and delivery of advanced aerospace propulsion systems. You will drive project execution by managing scope schedule budget technical risks and stakeholder communication while partnering with engineering program management operations and leadership teams to deliver successful program outcomes.

What You Will Do:

• Lead cross-functional engineering projects by managing scope schedule budget and deliverables to achieve program milestones on time and within budget. Prepare and present technical and program status updates to CIPT (Component Integrated Product Team) and Pratt & Whitney leadership clearly communicating progress risks and required actions.
• Lead engineering change execution risk assessments and mitigation planning to reduce cost schedule and technical exposure across the project lifecycle.
• Analyze performance data to identify issues develop solutions and optimize efficiency while ensuring minimal disruption to project operations.
• Support proposal efforts by developing accurate BOEs (Basis of Estimate) and preparing Earned Value Management (EVM) reports for tasks requiring EVMS compliance.
• Travel Requirement: 5% (Domestic).

What You Will Learn:

• Lead complex engineering programs supporting next-generation aerospace technologies.
• Develop expertise in aerospace program execution engineering change management and Earned Value Management (EVM).
• Build cross-functional leadership skills through collaboration with engineering operations supply chain finance and program management teams.
• Gain exposure to executive-level program reviews and strategic business decision-making.
• Expand technical and project leadership capabilities within a global aerospace organization.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering and 5 years of relevant experience or an Advanced degree and 3 years of relevant experience. Relevant experience within the aerospace aviation manufacturing military or logistics industries leading complex engineering projects or cross-functional technical teams managing technical risks engineering execution or product development activities.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Proven leadership communication and interpersonal skills.
• Results-oriented with the ability to drive tasks through to successful completion.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Teamcenter SAP Microsoft Project or other project management software.
• Demonstrated sound judgment professionalism and business maturity.
• Strong organizational problem-solving and cross-functional collaboration skills.

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Department/Segment Overview:

Mechanical Systems Externals & Nacelles (MSEN): The MSEN Engineering organization is responsible for the design development and in-service support of power transmission systems bearing compartment and rotor support design and analysis oil and thermal management systems engine externals packaging and architecture as well as nacelles for commercial and military engine models. Technical disciplines include Project Engineering Mechanical Design Structural Analysis Product Definition System Modeling Mechanical Design analysis for bearings gears and seals and fluid-thermal modeling of associated components and systems.

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 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 86800 USD - 165200 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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