Repair Process Engineer, Connecticut Stators & Components (Onsite)

RTX•East Hartford, CT

1d•$68,900 - $131,100•Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

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.

Nice To Haves

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.

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.