F135 EIPS​/Actuation IPTL; Onsite

Integrated Product Team (IPT) Lead – F135 Fan Engine Ice Protection System (EIPS)

Location:

Middletown, CT (Aircraft Rd, Building 130). U.S. citizenship required.

• Accountable, part-level ownership on behalf of the CIPT, ensuring timely communication, proactive risk management, and consistent execution of all assigned program requirements.
• Lead the IPT in identifying, managing, and closing key technical risks and issues, ensuring each item has a defined action plan, measurable progress, and closure within agreed timelines.
• Guide the IPT through successful technical and program reviews by setting clear preparation milestones, validating technical content, and ensuring all deliverables meet program standards.
• Manage IPT budgets and schedules by monitoring performance against established baselines, addressing variances promptly, and ensuring on‑time and on‑budget delivery of commitments.
• Drive IPT technical and business metrics by establishing measurable targets, tracking performance, and implementing corrective actions to ensure alignment with program goals.
• Represent the IPT in interactions and presentations with Customers, the SIPT, IPMT, and Senior Leadership, delivering concise, accurate, and timely technical and program updates.
• Provide technical support for validation engine builds and engine test activities, ensuring required tasks are completed accurately, safely, and within scheduled test windows.

Approximately 10%.

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering and 8+ years of relevant experience, or advanced degree and 5+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience with in the Manufacturing, Military, Logistics, Aerospace, or Aviation industries.
• U.S. citizenship required.
• Preferred qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering.
• Aerospace or Turbofan Engine industry experience.
• Basic understanding of Pratt & Whitney’s Leadership Operating Model (LOM) or similar.
• Organizational and project management skills (PMP certification).
• Control Account Manager (CAM) Certification.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and influence teams in strategic projects and initiatives.
• Resourcefulness with the ability to find solutions and solve complex problems (both vendor‑ and customer‑facing).
• Continuous Improvement experience, and/or LEAN, CORE, ACE, Six‑sigma training.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior engineers.
• Utilization of Microsoft Office, Solumina, SAP, Teamcenter, etc.

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 and whether the position is covered by a collective‑bargaining agreement.

Hired applicants may also be eligible for annual short‑term and/or long‑term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether the position is covered by a collective‑bargaining agreement.

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.