Sr. Manufacturing Engineer, 1st Shift; Onsite

Pratt & Whitney is working to once again transform the future of flight—designing, building and servicing engines unlike any the world has ever seen. And because transformation begins from within, we’re seeking the people to drive it. So, calling all curious. Come ready to explore and you’ll find a place where your talent takes flight—beyond the borders of title, a country or your comfort zone.

Bring your passion and commitment and we’ll 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 that’s evolving fast to the future. Pratt & Whitney Auto Air has multiple sites across Lansing and Holt, MI. PWAA is looking for a manufacturing engineer to assist in day‑to‑day operations, focused on lean values, automation, continuous improvement, and root cause corrective action.

Typical duties include troubleshooting equipment, analyzing data, writing work instructions, and supporting investigation. PWAA strives to be best in class and a center of excellence in airfoils and composite bonding.

• Plans sequences of operations, estimates time required and writes process sheets and bill of materials.
• Determines from part drawing and other engineering data manufacturing methods and processes necessary for the fabrication and assembly of complex products.
• Investigates, establishes, and implements requirements for equipment, tooling, and material, including make or buy decisions and facility layout as required for new or revised products.
• Investigates and troubleshoots manufacturing problems.
• Provides technical support to operations.
• Consult with design or projects engineering concerning the suitability or produce ability of complex molds, fixtures, or parts.
• Provides strategic direction for systems, projects, and programs in area of expertise.
• Contributes to the company and the industry by advancing the level of knowledge within that discipline.
• Provides cross‑functional guidance and expertise.

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering or related field with 5 years of experience; or an advanced degree with 3 years of experience.
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.
• Ability to interpret manufacturing drawings and blueprints.

• Proficiency on the computer with Microsoft Office and CAD software or similar experience is required. SAP or Solumina experience.
• Knowledge of design concepts or repair methodologies involving composites, metals, and aerospace hardware. Understanding of composite or bonding Tool design.
• Ability to learn the use of specific analytical tools (FTIR, Ultrasonic Inspection, etc.) and understand the scientific principles behind the techniques in order to understand and interpret the results.
• Understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles, experience with Kaizen events or experience with a continuous improvement program (ACE, 6S, etc.). Participation in or trained in Design To Cost philosophy.

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. 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 82,000 USD – 164,000 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…