Senior Project Lead (Onsite)

RTX•East Hartford, CT

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Pratt & Whitney is seeking a highly motivated and experienced engineer for a Senior Project Engineer position within our Mechanical Systems, Externals and Nacelles (MSEN) organization, supporting our GTF (Geared Turbofan) Externals Component Integrated Product Teams (CIPTs). In this role, you will have part-level ownership of CIPT task planning and execution, ensuring component goals are achieved in accordance with program requirements. You will have direct interface opportunities with engineering and program management, suppliers, and customers. The successful candidate will be customer-focused, technically proficient, and able to effectively lead and communicate across functions to meet the demands of Next Generation Programs Family (NGPF) engine programs.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and 5 years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree and 3 years of relevant experience.
Relevant experience in engineering, aerospace, aviation, manufacturing, or a related technical industry.
U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Nice To Haves

Degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering with aerospace and/or turbofan engine industry experience.
Experience across product lifecycle activities, including design, manufacturing, development, validation, entry into service, and/or field service support.
Demonstrated ability to lead, influence, and coordinate across cross-functional teams, including experience managing technical risks, schedules, budgets, and strategic projects.
Strong customer- and supplier-facing communication skills, with the ability to present technical information and simplify complex topics; willingness to mentor and provide technical guidance to junior engineers.
Experience with continuous improvement methodologies such as Lean, CORE, ACE, or Six Sigma, and/or project management tools and systems such as Microsoft Office, Solumina, SAP, Teamcenter, or Agile frameworks; PMP certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Own part-level execution within the Externals CIPT, including task planning, communication, risk management, and execution to program requirements.
Lead the identification, mitigation, and closure of key technical risks and issues to support component objectives.
Prepare for and participate in technical and program reviews, ensuring technical content, actions, and metrics are effectively communicated.
Monitor and support Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) budget, schedule, technical performance, and business metrics to achieve program commitments.
Interface with customers, suppliers, System Integrated Product Teams (SIPTs), Integrated Program Management Teams (IPMTs), engineering and program management, and senior leadership through technical discussions and presentations.
Provide technical support for validation engine builds and engine test activities.