Applications Engineer - Model Based Manufacturing
About The Position
Pratt & Whitney is seeking an Applications Engineering professional to support the deployment of Model Based Manufacturing and Inspection (MB-DMI) across our manufacturing sites. Reporting to the Manager of Model Based Deployment within the Operational Excellence organization, this role will help drive Pratt & Whitney's transition to a Model Based Enterprise by implementing digital manufacturing technologies and standardized processes. Working closely with site subject matter experts (SMEs), you will assess equipment readiness, support implementation of Model Based Manufacturing and Inspection solutions, and collaborate with capability owners to develop future enhancements that improve manufacturing efficiency and process quality. MB-DMI enables the use of enhanced 3D models to support manufacturing processes including NC programming, tool design, work instruction authoring, inspection programming, first article inspection, process capability analysis, physics-based modeling, and Material Review Board (MRB) activities.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree (or equivalent experience) with 8+ years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree with 5+ years of related experience.
- Strong leadership, communication, and collaboration skills.
- Self-motivated with the ability to manage multiple priorities, overcome obstacles, and drive projects to completion.
- Proven ability to work cross-functionally with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Digital Technologies, suppliers, and other stakeholders.
- Experience with Teamcenter, NX, CAM, and CMM programming.
- Familiarity with MES systems (such as Solumina) and ERP systems (SAP).
- Knowledge of ASME Y14.5-1994 and ASME Y14.5-2018 GD&T standards.
- Understanding of Model Based Manufacturing within a production environment.
- U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.
- The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required.
- Active and existing security clearance required after day 1.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or another technical discipline.
- 7+ years of experience in Manufacturing Engineering, Operations, Engineering Design, Supply Chain, Quality, Project Management, or a related field.
- Experience with programming, automation, NC programming, or Computer-Aided Inspection (CAI).
- 7+ years using CAD, CAM, CAI, or similar engineering software.
- Experience with Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) systems, including Teamcenter.
- Experience creating CAD models, Bills of Material, and managing product lifecycle data.
- NC programming experience.
- Knowledge of complex manufacturing processes, routings, and bills of process.
- Experience managing manufacturing deviations and process changes.
- Strong organizational and priority management skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft 365, JIRA, Smartsheet, and similar productivity tools.
Responsibilities
- Partner with manufacturing sites and deployment teams to assess equipment readiness for Model Based Enterprise implementation.
- Collaborate with site SMEs to develop and implement Model Based Manufacturing and Inspection processes and best practices.
- Coordinate with capability owners to prioritize solution development and support deployment schedules.
- Provide customer feedback to improve the quality of Model Based Definition technical data packages.
- Apply CORE continuous improvement tools to optimize business processes.
- Develop standardized deployment procedures and site readiness playbooks.
- Support deployment readiness planning and business alignment through deployment passports.
Benefits
- 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 including: 3 weeks of vacation, 5 personal sick days, 3 unpaid days for unique situations at supervisor discretion, and 12 paid government holidays
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
