Senior Test & Validation Engineer (P3) – Onsite

RTX•Middletown, CT

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Pratt & Whitney is seeking a Senior Test & Validation Engineer to support our Product Safety, Certification, and Validation (PSCV) department to manage multiple engine programs within the Assembly and Test Engineering Organization. The selected candidate must possess sufficient depth and varied skills in validation programs, assembly and instrumentation techniques in jet engine development, industrial relations, and overall leadership skills to manage multiple engine builds under his/her span of control in a high-paced environment. The Product Safety, Certification, and Validation (PSCV) department and Engineering Quality ensures flight safety and compliance by validating and certifying products, engineering processes, and services that meet regulatory, engineering, and customer requirements to safeguard our employees, customers, and the flying public.

Requirements

A Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering and 5 years of relevant experience, or an Advanced degree in a related field and 3 years of relevant experience.
Relevant experience includes technical experience in testing and validation.
U.S. citizenship is required.
The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required.
Active and existing security clearance required after day 1.

Nice To Haves

Experience in leading validation engine projects and in guiding others.
Proven ability in leading major validation projects and leading process improvement projects.
Proficient in the use of continuing improvement tools (ACE/CORE) to drive process improvements leading to increased customer satisfaction.
ACE Associate certification is preferred as well as working towards ACE/CORE Practitioner certification.
Familiarity with PC based system.
Experience in Team Center and SAP.

Responsibilities

Ensure assembly operations readiness and flawless execution of test vehicle Plan, builds, teardowns, and inspections.
Interface with CIPTs (Component Integrated Product Teams) and Systems engineers to ensure assembly requirements are being met on time and within budget.
Interface with assembly support groups or DO groups (Assembly Operation, Process Engineering, Tooling Services, Magic Shop, Clean Line, and Inspection).
Lead assembly process improvement teams.
Serve as the focal point within Assembly Operations for all assigned programs.