Integrated Product Team Lead - Nacelle (Onsite)

RTX•East Hartford, CT

9d•$107,500 - $204,500•Onsite

About The Position

At RTX, the world 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. Pratt & Whitney is seeking a highly motivated Integrated Product Team (IPT) Lead - Nacelle to support our Mechanical Systems, Externals, & Nacelles (MSEN) Engineering organization to champion part-level ownership, driving technical execution, risk management, and budget alignment from validation through senior-level delivery.

Requirements

A Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field and 8 years of prior relevant experience, or an Advanced degree in a related field and 5 years of relevant experience.
Relevant experience includes project management and technical engineering.
U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access certain necessary systems.

Nice To Haves

Basic understanding of Pratt & Whitney’s Leadership Operating Model (LOM) or similar.
Background in aircraft structures, propulsion systems, or engine components, with experience in engine validation testing (like air leakage or pressure testing).
Proven experience leading cross-functional teams and driving projects through formal aerospace milestones (e.g., PDR/CDR) without needing direct managerial authority.
Experience managing project schedules, tracking engineering metrics, and keeping team budgets aligned with program requirements.
PMP certification.
Confidence presenting complex technical data and risk mitigation plans directly to senior management and aerospace customers.
Proven track record of mentoring and providing strategic technical guidance to junior engineers to elevate team performance and accelerate skill development.

Responsibilities

Act as the primary point of accountability to the CIPT for all program requirements, driving seamless communication, risk management, and part-level ownership.
Lead the Integrated Product Team (IPT) through successful technical and program milestones, ensuring the proactive management and closure of critical technical risks.
Oversee IPT financial allocations and project timelines to ensure absolute alignment with strict program delivery requirements.
Direct and monitor IPT technical and business metrics, ensuring team outputs consistently meet or exceed established standards.
Present to and collaborate with Customers, Senior Management, the System Integrated Product Team (SIPT), and the Integrated Program Management Team (IPMT).
Provide technical support for validation engine build and engine test activities.
Provide critical technical support for validation engine builds and testing activities, including leading Nacelle Air Leakage Checks directly with the customer.
Travel up to 15% (Domestic and International).