Design Engineer II (Onsite)

Pratt & Whitney; Asheville (NC); Vor Ort; USD 69.000 - 131.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Relocation assistance

Zusammenfassung

Pratt & Whitney in Asheville, NC, onsite role focusing on quality and production engineering for airfoil parts and engine hardware. You will plan corrective actions, develop engineering changes, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve production issues.

The role emphasizes data-driven decisions, Pro-Cert methodology, and cost-of-poor-quality improvements, with a focus on producibility and timely closures.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or related field plus 2+ years of relevant experience.
• Engineering problem-solving, root-cause analysis, corrective actions, or production support.

Aufgaben

• Plan and manage corrective actions, QN, and Cost of Poor Quality initiatives; drive root-cause investigations.
• Develop Class II engineering change packages using Pro-Cert methodology and data-driven decisions.
• Serve as SME for assigned airfoil part families and engine hardware; prevent repeat QNs and support investigations.
• Collaborate with operations, quality, procurement, suppliers, and SMEs to resolve production issues and drive timely closure.
• Present technical status and recommendations to CIPTs, leadership, and program management.

Kenntnisse

Problem solving

Root-cause analysis

Corrective actions

Production support

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

Tools

MS Office

Teamcenter

SAP

Unigraphics/NX

Jobbeschreibung

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.

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.

• 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 therole 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.

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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