Ceramic Matrix Composites - Continuous Improvement Lead (Onsite)

Prattwhitney; Carlsbad (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

401(k) match

Flexible work schedules

Paid time off

Relocation package available

Job summary

Prattwhitney in Carlsbad, California is seeking an experienced engineer to champion Lean, Six Sigma, and analytics within the Ceramic Matrix Composite Enterprise. This role requires US citizenship and involves collaboration with site personnel to ensure quality and efficiency improvements.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or a related field and possess Six Sigma Black Belt certification, with proficiency in Design of Experiments and a strong background in analytics.

Benefits include medical, dental, 401(k) match, flexible work schedules, and more. A relocation package is available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, or Mathematics required.
• Minimum of 7–10 years' relevant experience.
• Six Sigma Black Belt certification preferred.
• US citizenship required.
• Experience with design for Six Sigma.

Responsibilities

• Champion application of Lean, Six Sigma, and analytics techniques.
• Communicate with management regarding significant matters.
• Develop and implement new products and processes.
• Improve existing processes based on analytical findings.
• Become a supported expert in CORE methods.

Skills

Lean methods

Six Sigma

Analytics

Design of Experiments

Team-building

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or equivalent

Job description

Responsibilities

• Champion application of Lean, Six Sigma, and Analytics techniques at Pratt & Whitney’s Ceramic Matrix Composite Enterprise and support processes used in the design and manufacturing of ceramic matrix composites.
• Influence site personnel to integrate CORE methods and tools into daily work, delivering measurable Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost results while improving teamwork, collaboration, and innovation.
• Communicate with management and the CMC steering committee regarding matters of significant importance.
• Develop and implement new products, processes, and standards; support QMS procedure creation and improvement related to Continuous Improvement.
• Improve existing processes and practices and analyze test results to identify process optimals.
• Become a recognized CORE methods and Analytics expert, supporting site personnel in Kaizens, engagements, projects, and daily work.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or a degree in Chemistry, Physics, or Mathematics from an accredited university, or an advanced degree with at least 7–10 years of relevant experience.
• Six Sigma Black Belt certification or equivalent.
• US citizenship required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.
• High proficiency in Lean methods and experience delivering value through their application.
• Experience with Design of Experiments / Taguchi Methods and Design for Six Sigma, with demonstrated success developing robust new processes.
• Complex process monitoring and analytics expertise.
• Turbine component and/or composite manufacturing experience.
• Influence, team‑building, and new facility start‑up experience preferred.

Benefits

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term and long‑term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Relocation package available.

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, 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.