Senior Project Engineer; Onsite

Senior Project Engineer

Pratt & Whitney is seeking a Senior Project Engineer to join our Mechanical Systems, Externals, and Nacelles (MSEN) Engineering organization. In this role, 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:

• A Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field and 5 years of relevant experience, or an Advanced degree in a related field and 3 years of relevant experience. Relevant experience:
  Aerospace experience and/or project management experience.

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.

What We Offer:

• Eligible for Relocation.