Repair Process Engineer, Connecticut Stators & Components (Onsite)
RTX · Connecticut
- Level
- Engineer
- Team
- Process
- Degree
- Required
- Industry
- Aerospace & defense
- Posted
- 15 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level process role at RTX (aerospace & defense) in Connecticut. Develop, refine, and document processes to improve quality, repeatability, and throughput.
- They ask for
- degree required
- Tools it names
- Lean, Root cause, Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ), AutoCAD, CATIA / NX, SAP
- Day to day
- some off-shift / weekend coverage
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About the role
Requirements
U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.
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At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world.
Pratt & Whitney is a world leader in the design, manufacture and service of aircraft engines and auxiliary power systems and has been revolutionizing modern flight for over 100 years. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.
What You Will Do
Pratt & Whitney’s repair station (EHRO – East Hartford Repair Operations) is seeking for an experienced Repair Process Engineer to join our Engineering team. This is a fast-paced technical position requiring project management and technical skills to complete long-term projects along with everyday shop floor support. The person in this role will interact frequently with shop-floor workers and other employees at various levels of management.
Key Responsibilities
- ◆Support day-to-day manufacturing operations, troubleshooting process issues as they come up.
- ◆Develop, refine, and document processes to improve quality, repeatability, and throughput.
- ◆Work closely with inspectors, operators, quality engineers, and other cross-functional partners to identify bottlenecks and drive continuous improvement.
- ◆Collect and analyze data to understand trends and recommend changes.
- ◆Participate in root-cause investigations and help implement corrective and preventive actions.
- ◆Support new product introductions and process changes, ensuring smooth integration into production.
- ◆Support industrialization and qualification of new machines and technologies, including equipment commissioning, process validation, and capability studies.
You Must Have
- ✓Advanced Degree and 3+ years of experience in Engineering, Aerospace, Manufacturing, Military, Aftermarket or Aviation industry; OR Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of relevant industry experience; OR Associate's degree and 7+ years of relevant industry experience. OR 9+ years of hands-on relevant experience in a manufacturing environment.
- ✓2+ years’ experience within a manufacturing environment is required
- ✓Strong analytical and engineering problem‑solving skills with the ability to break down complex process and equipment issues.
- ✓Comfortable working on the shop floor, engaging directly with equipment, operators, and technical stakeholders.
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Country
United States of America
Location
US-CT-EAST HARTFORD-ETC ~ 400 Main St ~ BLDG ETC
Position Role Type
Onsite
U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status
We Prefer
- •University degree ideally in Engineering. Mechanical or Quality Engineering preferred
- •Familiarity of aerospace gas turbine engines, engine overhaul and part repair processes
- •Knowledge of FAA Part 145, EASA, AS9110, and other relevant regulatory frameworks
- •Previous industry experience with one or more of the following special processes: Brazing/Heat Treating, Peening, Waterjet, or Thermal Spray.
- •Proactive, organized, and able to lead cross-functional teams and manage quality clinics or other projects effectively
- •Root Cause and Corrective Action experience (QCPC, RCCA Red-X, Fault Tree, etc.)
- •Experience with Lean Manufacturing principles, continuous improvement methodologies (CORE/ACE/SixSigma, etc.), and basic statistical tools
- •Working knowledge of Pratt & Whitney shop practices & processes, quality standards, and inspections methods & tools
- •Proficiency in MS Office, SAP ERP, Solumina MES, NX, AutoCAD, and Teamcenter is preferred
- •Comfortable working on the shop floor and collaborating with a wide range of people.
- •Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to break down complex issues.
What is my Role Type?
In addition to transforming the future of flight, we are also transforming how and where we work. We’ve introduced role types to help you understand how you will operate in our blended work environment. 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.
Candidates will learn more about role type and current site status throughout the recruiting process. For onsite and hybrid roles, commuting to and from the assigned site is the employee’s personal responsibility.
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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.
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 t