Conventional Machining Process ME (Onsite)

RTX•Middletown, CT

1d•Onsite

About The Position

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. At Pratt & Whitney, the difference you make is on display every day. Just look up. Are you ready to go beyond? Provide support to manufacturing operations and drive process improvement to improve the company’s quality and delivery signature utilizing quality metrics. The Process Engineer will be responsible for Conventional Machining Process across the value stream. Primary responsible processes will include Turning, Milling, Grinding. Additional processes may include but are not limited to Super Abrasive Machining (SAM), Shaping. The scope of this role will include PW internal shop and may also include supply chain support components.

Requirements

B.S. in Engineering and minimum 10 years’ experience in Manufacturing OR a Masters in an Engineering related field and minimum 8 years of experience in Manufacturing or 15 years of relevant experience in place of degree.
U.S. Citizenship is required due to government contracts
Demonstrated technical proficiency in complex manufacturing projects
Experience managing multiple competing priorities simultaneously
Experience reading and interpreting drawings and industry specifications

Nice To Haves

Experience in Coatings Manufacturing
Six Sigma project leadership/management/coaching experience preferred
ACE/CORE/ 6 Sigma Practitioner/Professional certification
Strong understanding of other continuous improvement skills: DFSS, Red-X, Lean, etc.
Excellent knowledge of MS office computer software including MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Able to use Minitab and other statistical software.

Responsibilities

With specific process ownership, this role will provide direct support to the manufacturing shop floor and drive multiple manufacturing process improvements across specific process steps that spans the full value stream of the parts.
Identify & implement process optimization & control methods to eliminate/prevent quality turn backs /escapes and reduce overall product costs.
As a key member of the Integrated Product Team (IPT), significant interaction with product designers, tool designers, quality assurance, systems designers, and other stakeholders is required
Perform Root cause analysis and corrective actions on non-conforming product for responsible processes using statistical analysis tools and other methods as necessary.
Drive targeted manufacturing process optimization activities through MRL tools such as Value Stream Mapping and Process Flow Diagram, PFMEA, Control Plans, Measurement Systems Analysis, Yield & Cost curves and Qualification plan.
The discipline and follow-through to fully document problem statements, observations, conclusions, calculations and recommendations.
Support the project pipeline process to select, prioritize and scope projects to business objectives, integrated with other continuous improvement activities and ACE/CORE initiatives.
Schedule and facilitate periodic project reviews and ensure validation.
Use effective scorecards and metrics to ensure progress.
Lead significant projects critical to improve manufacturing process capability & quality performance
Represent the organization in various forums.
Develop standard work, procedures, and integrate industry-standard best practices.