Principal Coatings Process Engineer (Onsite)

RTX

109d • $101,000 - $203,000

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? The Principal Coatings Process Engineer will provide support to manufacturing operations and drive process improvement to improve the company’s quality and delivery signature utilizing quality metrics. The Principal Coatings Process Engineer will be responsible for specific special processes across the value stream. Primary responsible processes will include CBN Coating, Waterjet and Extrude Hone. Additional processes may include but are not limited to Surface Media Finish. The scope of this role will include PW internal shop and may also include supply chain support components. 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), interact 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. Perform 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 CORE (Customer Oriented, Results and Excellence) 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.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a STEM field and minimum 8 years’ experience in an engineering, manufacturing, quality or closely related industrial environment or a Master's degree and minimum 5 years experience in an engineering, manufacturing, quality or closely related industrial environment.
• Experience in Coatings Manufacturing.
• Demonstrated technical proficiency in complex manufacturing activities.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office software including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook; ability to use Minitab and other statistical software.
• U.S. citizenship is required.

Nice To Haves

• Experience reading and interpreting drawings and industry specifications.
• Six Sigma project leadership/management/coaching experience.
• CORE/6 Sigma Practitioner/Professional certification.
• Understanding of other continuous improvement skills: DFSS, Red-X, Lean.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to manufacturing operations and drive process improvement.
• Responsible for specific special processes across the value stream including CBN Coating, Waterjet, and Extrude Hone.
• Identify & implement process optimization & control methods.
• Perform root cause analysis and corrective actions on non-conforming products.
• Drive targeted manufacturing process optimization activities using MRL tools.
• Support the project pipeline process to select, prioritize and scope projects.
• Lead significant projects critical to improve manufacturing process capability & quality performance.

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees