Chief Engineer - PW4000-100 (Onsite)

Pratt & Whitney; East Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 157,000 - 299,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefit

Relocation Package

Job summary

Pratt & Whitney in East Hartford, CT seeks a Chief Engineer for the PW4000-100 program. You will provide engineering leadership and strategic direction, collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to ensure program success.

You will serve as the engineering representative to the IPMT, lead multi-disciplinary teams, and work with regulators, airlines, and Airbus to address certification, performance, and risk management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering is required with a minimum of 12+ years of relevant experience or a minimum of 10+ years of experience with an advanced degree.
• U.S. citizenship is required as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under these programs.

Responsibilities

• As the Chief Engineer for the PW4000-100 program, provide engineering leadership and strategic direction.
• Collaborate with internal/external stakeholders, regulatory authorities, and industry partners to ensure program success.
• Serve as the engineering representative to the IPMT for the PW4000-100 program.
• Lead multi-disciplinary teams, guiding and directing to meet program objectives.
• Summarize and communicate complex technical information to stakeholders including regulators, airlines, and Airbus.
• Work with regulators to ensure compliance and certification of engineering tasks.
• Partner with airlines and manufacturers to address technical challenges and optimize engine performance.
• Support development of technical solutions addressing program risks and opportunities.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

12+ years of relevant experience OR 10+ years with advanced degree

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-10-21

Country: United States of America

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

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 certain necessary systems.

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

• As the Chief Engineer for the PW4000-100 program, you will play a critical role in shaping the success of this program by providing engineering leadership and strategic direction.
• You will collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, regulatory authorities, and industry partners to ensure the success of this Operational Commercial Engine program.
• Serve as the engineering representative to the Operational Commercial Engines Integrated Product Management Team (IPMT) for the PW4000-100 program.
• Lead multi-disciplinary teams, providing guidance and strategic direction to achieve program objectives.
• Summarize and communicate complex technical information effectively to internal and external stakeholders, including regulatory authorities, airlines, and Airbus.
• Work closely with regulatory authorities to ensure compliance and certification of engineering tasks.
• Partner with airlines and aircraft manufacturer to address technical challenges and optimize engine performance.
• Support the development of technical solutions to address program risks and opportunities.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering is required with a minimum of 12+ years of relevant experience or a minimum of 10+ years of experience with an advanced degree.
• U.S. citizenship is required as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under these programs.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience leading multi-disciplinary teams in an engineering environment.
• Experience presenting and communicating technical information to senior leadership and external stakeholders.
• Experience working on complex engineering programs supported by a matrixed organization.
• Experience coordinating with regulatory authorities, airlines, and aircraft manufacturers.
• Experience with gas turbine engine systems and their operational performance.
• Experience in strategic planning and risk management for large-scale engineering programs.

What We Offer

• Benefit
• Relocation Package

The salary range for this role is 157,200 USD - 298,800 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. 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.

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.

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.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attendselect steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.

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.

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