Adaptive Engines Mechanical Systems Product Owner (Onsite)

RTX (Raytheon); East Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Eligible for Relocation

9/80 Work Schedule

Job summary

RTX, including Pratt & Whitney, is seeking an Adaptive Engines Mechanical Systems Product Owner to join the MSEN product team in East Hartford. You will own CIPT scope at part level, plan and execute to meet program goals, and lead a Scrum team across engineering and program management disciplines.

Strong communication and technical leadership are essential. The role emphasizes collaboration with customers, SIPTs, IPMTs, suppliers, and senior leadership, with travel up to 10% for domestic

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering with 8+ years of relevant experience in Manufacturing, Military, Logistics, Aerospace, or Aviation.
• U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain DoD Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Own part-level CIPT scope, including planning, communication, risk management, and execution of program requirements.
• Lead the Scrum Team in identifying, managing, and closing key technical risks and issues.
• Lead the Scrum Team through technical and program reviews and ensure deliverables align with program objectives.
• Manage Scrum Team schedules, budgets, technical metrics, and business metrics to meet program requirements.
• Perform EVMS and CAM activities for assigned Scrum Team scope.
• Collaborate with customers, SIPTs, IPMTs, suppliers, and cross-functional teams to support engine validation builds and testing.

Skills

Agile/Scrum

Leadership

Risk management

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Solumina

SAP

Teamcenter

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-10-02

Country: United States of America

Location: US-CT-EAST HARTFORD-G ~ 400 Main St ~ BLDG G

Position Role Type: Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Security Clearance Type: DoD Clearance: Secret

Security Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required after day 1

At RTX, the world's 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's Mechanical Systems, Externals and Nacelles (MSEN) organization is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Adaptive Engines Mechanical Systems Product Owner to join the Mechanical Systems Product Owner team supporting Adaptive Engines Mechanical Systems. In this role, you will own part-level Component Integrated Product Team (CIPT) scope, leading planning and execution to ensure the Scrum Team achieves overall component goals. You will collaborate directly with engineering management, program management, suppliers, customers, and cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate is customer-focused, technically proficient, an effective communicator, and experienced in design, manufacturing, development, and validation.

What You Will Do:

• Own part-level CIPT scope, including planning, communication, risk management, and execution of program requirements.


• Lead the Scrum Team in identifying, managing, and closing key technical risks and issues.


• Lead the Scrum Team through technical and program reviews and ensure deliverables remain aligned with program objectives.


• Manage Scrum Team schedules, budgets, technical metrics, and business metrics to meet program requirements.


• Perform Earned Value Management System (EVMS) and Control Account Manager (CAM) activities for assigned Scrum Team scope.


• Collaborate with customers, System Integrated Product Teams (SIPTs), Integrated Program Management Teams (IPMTs), senior management, suppliers, and cross-functional organizations; provide technical support for engine validation builds and testing.

Travel Requirement: Up to 10% (Domestic).

What You Will Learn:

• Gain hands-on Product Owner and technical leadership experience supporting advanced Adaptive Engine mechanical systems.


• Develop a deeper understanding of aerospace engine design, manufacturing, development, validation, and testing.


• Build expertise in program execution, including schedules, budgets, metrics, requirements, and Earned Value Management.


• Strengthen your ability to lead and influence cross-functional teams across engineering, program management, suppliers, customers, and senior leadership.


• Develop advanced technical risk management and problem-solving skills while addressing complex engineering and customer challenges.


• Expand your knowledge of Agile/Scrum, Continuous Improvement, and aerospace program management practices while contributing to strategically important engine programs.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering and 8 years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree and 5 years of relevant experience. Relevant experience in one or more of the following industries: Manufacturing, Military, Logistics, Aerospace, or Aviation.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, with experience in the aerospace or turbofan engine industry.


• Basic understanding of Pratt & Whitney's Leadership Operating Model (LOM) or a similar operating model.


• Agile project management experience, including working knowledge of Jira and Confluence.


• Demonstrated ability to lead and influence teams on strategic projects and initiatives, with strong resourcefulness and problem-solving skills to address complex vendor- and customer-facing challenges.


• Experience with Continuous Improvement, Lean, CORE, ACE, or Six Sigma, along with the ability to mentor and provide technical guidance to junior engineers.


• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and experience using tools/systems such as Solumina, SAP, Teamcenter, or similar applications.

What We Offer:

• Eligible for Relocation.


• 9/80 Work Schedule.

Department/Segment Overview: Mechanical Systems, Externals, & Nacelles (MSEN) : The MSEN organization is responsible for the design, deve