Date Posted:

2026-04-07

Country:

United States of America:

Location:

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

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:

Core Manufacturing Engineering in the Operational Excellence organization is hiring a Program Chief Manufacturing Engineer to support military engine programs. The selected candidate will be integrated to the Operations team and will act as the technical liaison between engineering, program, and operations. Using Manufacturing Readiness Level (MRL) standard work, this employee will be responsible for identifying and mitigating manufacturing and operational risk and ensuring adequate analysis of various configurations and technology insertion projects and their associated risks.

The selected candidate will have the opportunity to work in a high technology, advanced program environment incorporating the latest manufacturing readiness assessment tools. They will partner with engineering to evaluate the manufacturing risks related to engine design changes and quality improvements. The ideal candidate will provide recommended manufacturing process alternatives based on improved manufacturability and producibility. This resource will have a key role in refining and improving MRL standard work as it applies to operational programs.

Responsibilities:

• Manage Manufacturing Readiness Level status/progression of one or more engine programs
• Aggregate program operational risks, engage with operations module centers to create mitigation plans, and leverage CIPT and IPMT for additional resources when necessary
• Partner with production chiefs and engineering CIPTs to identify product changes and appropriate MRL scope and application
• Engage Manufacturing Fellows for process specific expertise and risk assessment
• Coach teams on the latest manufacturing readiness assessment tools and aid in process analysis for tools in the 5-10 MRL range
• Partner with module center technology managers to identify technology insertion opportunities
• Identify estimated cost of program changes including, but not limited to, capital equipment, staffing, and tooling
• Collaborate with Core ME team to improve existing manufacturing readiness standard work and business processes

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (manufacturing, industrial, mechanical) or related technical field
• 12+ years of relevant manufacturing experience
• Broad knowledge of manufacturing processes, capabilities, PW products, PFMEA, and process control tools
• Up to 20% travel may be required
• Strong communication skills and ability to work across organizations
• 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 authorized to access information under this program/contract

Learn More & Apply Now:

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.

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 157,200 USD - 298,800 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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