Senior Composites Engineer (Onsite
Listed on 2026-08-21
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Engineering
Mechanical Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer, Engineering Design & Technologists, Process Engineer
Compression Systems Engineering (CSE)
Compression Systems Engineering is responsible for the design, development, and in service support of all fans low-pressure and high-pressure compressors for commercial and military engine models. CSE is responsible for the identification and maturation of new technologies for these products.
Technical disciplines in CSE include Project Engineering, Mechanical Design, Structural Analysis, and Product Definition.
What You Will Do
- Composite design support across all phases of the design cycle, preliminary through detailed design, validation, manufacturing, and operational service. Resolve design problems of difficult-to-complex scope to ensure project completion as well as review completed layouts and drawings to ensure clarity, completeness, conformity to standards, procedures, specifications, and accuracy of calculations and dimensioning
- Design and implements common procedures and standard work across the organization to optimize efficiency and quality. Also develop data and make layouts, sketches, and notes necessary to present design proposals.
- 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.
- Assist in manufacturing process development at suppliers and ensure the manufacturability of component designs, documenting and presenting results to management and external customers
- Travel: ~10% Travel is anticipated
What You Will Learn
The CIMA Team offers a unique opportunity to participate in a multi-disciplinary team across engine programs at different maturity levels. The role offers challenging and rewarding career development and broadening opportunities for an engineer focused on a career in the development and implementation of emerging new technologies into future P&W products.
Qualifications You Must Have
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering with 5+ years' relevant experience in Defense/Aerospace or related industries, OR
- Advanced Degree in a related field and 3+ years of experience.
- U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.
Qualifications We Prefer
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering
- Advanced Degree in Engineering
- Active US Security Clearance
- Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., Solid Works, AutoCAD, or similar)
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Teamcenter, SAP, Microsoft Project, or other project management software.
- Familiarity with non-destructive testing methods for composites
- Hands-on composites manufacturing experience using hand layup/autoclave, compression molding, or RTM techniques
- The ability to communicate effectively with customers, co-workers, suppliers and management in varying disciplines
- Strong engineering problem solving that will enable the transformation of the organization
What We Offer
- Relocation Eligibility
The salary range for this role is 86,800 USD - 165,200 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.
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…
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