Assembly Process Engineer I

Prattwhitney; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 57,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) match

Paid time off

Holidays

Relocation eligibility

Job summary

RTX's Development Operations organization in the United States seeks an Assembly Process Engineer to create and maintain jet engine assembly instructions, improve processes, and troubleshoot DO shop floor issues. You will participate in the Engineering Development Program (EDP) for DO and PSCV in a two-year rotation across three functions, gaining breadth in jet engine development, assembly, and testing.

You will contribute to lean manufacturing techniques and grow in areas such as engine

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering or related STEM major obtained by start date.
• Ability to travel up to 10% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Create and approve jet engine assembly procedures per engineering requirements and Engine Development Plans.
• Support the Assembly Floor through ownership of assembly instructions and troubleshooting of issues in coordination with Operations and Engineering disciplines.
• Develop, implement, and validate robust new processes to ensure production readiness.
• Grow technical proficiency in areas including engine hardware, assembly methods, and assembly equipment.
• Participate in continuous improvement efforts to improve safety and efficiency in assembly activities.

Job description

Are you ready to explore the world of aerospace and defense? Do you want to learn from and collaborate with some of the greatest minds in the industry? At RTX, our internships, co-ops and full-time careers provide an exceptional foundation to work on complex problems, advance your skills and create a safer, more connected world. Discover opportunities to make a difference at RTX.

What You Will Do

The Development Operations (DO) organization of Pratt & Whitney is looking for an Assembly Process Engineer responsible for creating and maintaining assembly work instructions, improving assembly processes per lessons learned, and troubleshooting engine assembly issues on the DO shop floor.

The candidate must demonstrate strong leadership, communication, and team skills as well as an ability to multi-task and adapt to changing business requirements.

The candidate should also show an interest in developing and implementing new technologies and lean manufacturing techniques into the assembly processes.

The selected candidate will participate in the Engineering Development Program (EDP) for the Development Operations and Product Safety, Certification & Validation (PSCV) organizations. This is a two-year rotation program in which participants move between three job functions across DO and PSCV, granting them a breadth of experience and insight to the multifaceted world of jet engine development, building and testing the next generation of aerospace propulsion technologies. At the conclusion of the EDP, the candidate will return to the Assembly Process Engineering team for permanent placement.

Create and approve jet engine assembly procedures per engineering requirements and Engine Development Plans

Support the Assembly Floor through ownership of assembly instructions and troubleshooting of issues in coordination with Operations and Engineering disciplines

Develop, implement, and validate robust new processes to ensure production readiness

Grow technical proficiency in areas including engine hardware, assembly methods, and assembly equipment

Participate in continuous improvement efforts to improve safety and efficiency in assembly activities

Qualifications

You Must Have Experience may be obtained through on-the-job experience, research, coursework, or projects.

Bachelor’s degree Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering or related Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) major obtained by start date.

Ability to travel up to 10% of the time.

We Prefer

Prior Co-op/internship experience

Strong mechanical aptitude and familiarity with manufacturing/assembly shop practices

Advanced degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering

Active DoD Security Clearance at Secret Level or Higher

Eligibility

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

What We Offer

Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.

Relocation Eligibility 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.

The salary range for this role is 57,200 USD - 108,800 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 benefits, including but not limited to, 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, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.

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.

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.

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.

Company Overview

RTX is an aerospace and defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 195,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.