Advanced Engines Program IPTL (P3) (Onsite)

RTX; East Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 87,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental coverage

Vision benefits

401(k) match

Flexible work schedules

Paid time off

Job summary

RTX is seeking an experienced Engineering Program Manager for the Compression Systems Engineering organization in East Hartford. You will lead a rig development team, coordinate with procurement and manufacturing, and manage risk mitigation to ensure budget and schedule adherence.

The role requires a STEM degree with 3+ years of engineering experience, or an advanced degree with 5+ years of experience, and U.S. citizenship. Travel up to 10% is anticipated.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) with 3+ years of engineering experience.
• Advanced degree with 5+ years of experience.
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Responsibilities

• Support a rig development team as tactical and strategic leader to meet task and technical requirements.
• Work closely with team members and authorities on part and rig system development.
• Recommend improvements, identify and address project problems, analyze data, develop solutions and recommendations to solve problems and meet deadlines.
• Communicate status and technical content to CIPT.
• Perform Control Account Manager duties for task: Track progress, identify and resolve obstacles to minimize disruption to project budget and schedules.
• Integrate and manage sourcing activities with procurement, industrial, and manufacturing teams and the internal/external supply chain.
• Coordinate timely creation/release of product definition.
• Lead risk assessments and mitigation planning and participate in continuous improvement initiatives.
• Travel up to 10%.

Skills

Leadership

Agile PM

Scrum/Kanban

Jira

MS Project

Confluence

MS Office

Education

B.S. in STEM

Advanced degree (5+ yrs)

Tools

SAP

EVMS

Teamcenter

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-09-29 Country: United States of America

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

Position Role Type: Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Security Clearance Type: None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status: Not Required

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.

What You Will Do

• Support a rig development team as tactical and strategic leader to meet task and technical requirements.
• Work closely with team members and authorities on part and rig system development.
• Recommend improvements and identify and address project problems, analyze data gathered, develop solutions and recommendations to solve problems, meet deadlines and optimize performance, with the occasional technical mentoring of an experienced member in the CIPT.
• Communicate status and technical content to CIPT.
• Perform Control Account Manager duties for task: Track progress, identify and resolve obstacles to minimize disruption to project budget and schedules to ensure smooth project operations.
• Integrate and manage sourcing activities with procurement, industrial, and manufacturing team members and the internal/external supply chain.
• Also coordinate timely creation/release of product definition.
• Lead risk assessments and risk mitigation planning as well as actively participate in initiatives for continuous improvement.
• Travel up to 10%.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Bachelor of Science in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) with 3+ of engineering experience.
• Advanced degree with 5+ years of experience.
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering.
• Demonstrated strong team leadership skills.
• Demonstrated exceptional customer focus.
• Excellent communication skills, including verbal, technical writing, and engineering presentations to all levels of management.
• Aerospace/ jet engine industry experience, previous gas turbine compressor experience and design development experience is highly desirable.
• Experience in a team leader role or similar task leadership position.
• Working proficiency with MS Office, Teamcenter, MS Project, Confluence.
• Experience in Agile Project Management, including Scrum and Kanban.
• Experience working with Jira software package.
• Thorough understanding of continuous improvement principles (e.g. Customer Oriented Results and Excellence (CORE), Quality Control Process Charts (QCPC)).
• Proficiency in use of program/project management tools (e.g. Systems Applications and Products (SAP), Earned Value Management System (EVMS), Teamcenter).
• Demonstration of skills consistent with the Pratt & Whitney Leadership Operating Model.

Compression Systems Engineering (CSE)

Compression Systems Engineering is responsible for the design, development, and in service support of all fans low-pressure and high-pressure compressors for commercial and military engine models. CSE is responsible for the identification and maturation of new technologies for these products. Technical disciplines in CSE include Project Engineering, Mechanical Design, Structural Analysis, and Product Definition.

Role Type Classification

Please ensure the role type defined below is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role. This position is classified as:

• Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.
• Hybrid: Employees who are working in Hybrid roles will work regularly both onsite and offsite. Ratio of time working onsite will be determined in partnership with your leader.
• Remote: Employees who are working in Remote roles will work primarily offsite (from home). If you live within a reasonable commute of an RTX site with other colleagues you interact with, your manager will discuss whether there is a degree of onsite presence associated with this role.

Candidates will learn more about role type and current site status throughout the recruiting process. For onsite and hybrid roles, commuting to and from the assigned site is the employee’s personal responsibility.

Advanced Knowledge Requirement

Requires advanced knowledge of work area typically obtained through advanced education combined with experience. May have practical knowledge of project management. Practical to substantial knowledge of RTX projects, programs or systems with the ability to make enhancements and leverage in daily work. Typically requires: A University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years experience. Engineering/Other Technical Positions: Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 5 years of prior relevant experience unless prohibited by local laws/regulations.

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
• holidays

The salary range for this role is 86,800 USD - 165,200 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.

This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.

RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.

Equal Opportunity Employer

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class.

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