Manufacturing Engineer

Manufacturing Engineer – Pratt & Whitney, Hartford, CT

We are seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to support process development, continuous improvement, and production execution for advanced aerospace components.

• Own part families and drive improvements in key manufacturing processes, including plasma spray coating and laser hole drilling.
• Develop and maintain shop floor work instructions, including specifications, engineering changes, process controls, and tooling requirements.
• Advance Manufacturing Readiness Level (MRL) elements by identifying risks, implementing mitigation plans, and supporting quality performance.
• Collaborate with product engineering, tooling, quality, systems engineering, and other stakeholders to ensure robust manufacturability.
• Support senior leadership with project pipeline activities including selection, prioritization, scoping, and alignment with business and continuous improvement objectives.
• Lead major projects tied to strategic in sourcing and operational execution.
• Provide effective leadership in eliminating EH&S, ergonomics, and human‑factor risks, while resolving quality issues.

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related technical field and 2+ years of manufacturing engineering experience.
• Ability to obtain a U.S. Secret clearance (required).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to influence and collaborate across all levels.
• Familiarity with conventional and/or non‑conventional manufacturing processes, particularly plasma spray and laser drilling technologies.
• Strong analytical and data‑driven problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.

• Proficiency in plasma spray processes (robot programming, tooling, surface preparation, masking, etc.).
• Experience with statistics, data analytics, Design of Experiments (DOE), and multivariate analysis.
• Proficiency with SAP and Solumina G7.

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Short‑term disability, long‑term disability, and parental leave.
• 401(k) match.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Employee assistance program.
• Employee Scholar Program (No waiting period).
• Paid time off: 3 weeks of vacation, 5 personal sick days, 3 unpaid days for unique situations at supervisor discretion, and 12 paid U.S. holidays.
• Annual incentive compensation programs (subject to eligibility and business performance).

Location:

Hartford, CT (US-CT‑EAST). Salary range: $68,900 - $131,100 USD, commensurate with experience.

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.