Design Engineer II (Onsite)

Pratt & Whitney; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 69,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation eligible

Job summary

Pratt & Whitney’s Hot Section Engineering Support to Operations (HSE ESTO) in Asheville, NC seeks a goal-oriented Design Engineer II to support the HSE ESTO Airfoils team. You will assist military and commercial airfoil production with quality improvement, corrective actions, and producibility while coordinating with operations, quality, procurement, suppliers, and SMEs to resolve issues.

You will work on cost reduction, engineering changes, and production support, delivering data-driven

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field; 2 years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree in a related field.
• Experience in aerospace manufacturing is preferred.
• Experience with airfoil design or manufacturing is preferred.
• Proficiency with MS Office, Teamcenter, SAP, and Unigraphics/NX.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage corrective actions, Quality Notifications (QN), and Cost of Poor Quality initiatives with root-cause investigations and measurable improvements.
• Develop Class II engineering change packages using Pro-Cert methodology to improve quality, cost, producibility, and production processes.
• Serve as SME for assigned airfoil part families and engine hardware; prevent repeat QNs and support investigations.
• Collaborate with operations, quality, procurement, suppliers, and engineering SMEs to resolve production issues and drive timely technical closure.
• Present technical status and recommendations to CIPTs, ESTO leadership, and Program Management, promoting risk-based analysis.

Skills

Communication skills

Collaboration

Interpersonal skills

Cultural awareness

Education

Bachelors in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, or related field

Tools

MS Office

Teamcenter

SAP

Unigraphics/NX

Job description

Date Posted:

2026-10-08

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-NC-ASHEVILLE-330 ~ 330 Pratt Whitney Blvd ~ PRATT WHITNEY

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.

Pratt & Whitney’s Hot Section Engineering Support to Operations (HSE ESTO) organization is seeking a goal-oriented, detail-focused Design Engineer II to support the HSE ESTO Airfoils team in Asheville, NC. In this role, you will support military and commercial airfoil production, with a focus on quality improvement, corrective actions, producibility, Cost of Poor Quality reduction, engineering changes, and production support. You will work closely with operations, quality, procurement, suppliers, and engineering SMEs to resolve technical issues and drive continuous improvement across assigned airfoil hardware.

What You Will Do:

• Plan and manage corrective actions, Quality Notifications (QN), and Cost of Poor Quality initiatives, driving root-cause investigations and measurable quality and cost improvements.
• Develop Class II engineering change packages using Pro-Cert methodology and data-driven decision-making to improve quality, cost, producibility, and production processes.
• Serve as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for assigned airfoil part families and engine hardware, proactively eliminating repeat QNs and supporting Stop Delivery Order (SDO)/Fleet Management Programs (FMP) investigations.
• Collaborate with operations, quality, procurement, suppliers, and engineering SMEs to resolve production issues, coordinate eSRI responses, support Materials Resource Planning (MRP) requirements, and drive timely technical closure.
• Present technical status and recommendations to Component Integrated Product Teams (CIPTs), HSE/ESTO leadership, and Program Management, while driving continuous improvement and establishing risk-based “Right-size Analysis” practices.

Travel Requirement: 10% | Domestic

What You Will Learn:

• Develop expertise in military and commercial airfoil design, manufacturing, and production support.
• Gain experience with Class II engineering changes, QN management, Pro-Cert, RCCA, and risk-based engineering decisions.
• Build technical knowledge of assigned airfoil part families and engine hardware, with an opportunity to progress toward CIPT Delegate Approver responsibilities.
• Develop cross-functional leadership skills through collaboration with operations, quality, procurement, suppliers, CIPTs, and engineering SMEs.
• Strengthen expertise in producibility, Cost of Poor Quality reduction, defect assessment, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or in a related field and 2 years of prior relevant experience, or an Advanced degree in a related field. Relevant engineering experience with engineering problem-solving, root-cause analysis, corrective actions, or production support.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Experience working in the aerospace industry within a manufacturing environment.
• Previous airfoil design or manufacturing experience.
• Working proficiency with MS Office, Teamcenter, SAP, and Unigraphics/NX.
• Demonstrated communication skills, relationship‑building ability, interpersonal effectiveness, and cultural awareness.

What We Offer:

• Eligible for Relocation.

Department/Segment Overview

Engineering Support to Operations (ESTO)

ESTO provides dedicated support by eliminating quality notifications, escapes, works stops and enabling producibility and delivery of legacy and new parts, assemblies, modules, and engines. ESTO covers all engine programs and part families, enabling engine deliveries, first piece reviews, first article inspections, analysis automation, process certification. ESTO also supports the Manufacturing Readiness Level (MRL) initiative in Operations. Technical disciplines in ESTO include Project Engineering, Mechanical Design, Structural Analysis, Product Definition, and Manufacturing Engineering.

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.

Candidates will learn more about the 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 attend select 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.

The salary range for this role is 68,900 USD - 131,100 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.

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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