Development Operations Process Engineer I - EDP (Onsite)

Prattwhitney; City of Middletown, Middletown (NY, CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

401(k) match

Flexible work schedules

Paid time off

Holidays

Employee assistance program

Parental leave

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Job summary

Pratt & Whitney, a RTX company, is seeking candidates for the Engineering Development Program (EDP) in Development Operations and PSCV in Middletown, CT. This two-year rotation moves you through three functions before permanent placement with the Assembly Process Engineering team.

You will gain hands-on experience in engine assembly, process development, and continuous improvement while preparing for roles in propulsion technology and manufacturing leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or STEM major obtained by start date.
• The ability to obtain and maintain U.S. Government Security Clearance.
• Ability to travel up to 10% of the time.
• Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA.

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

Skills

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Mechanical Engineering

Aerospace Engineering

Industrial Engineering

Manufacturing Engineering

STEM major

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-09-21 Country: United States of America Location: US-CT-MIDDLETOWN-220A ~ Aircraft Rd ~ BLDG 220A 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

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.

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.

What You Will Do

• 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

• A Bachelor’s degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or STEM Major obtained by start date
• The ability to obtain and maintain U.S. Government Security Clearance.
• Ability to travel up to 10% of the time.
• Minimum 3.0 Cumulative GPA

Qualifications – 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

What We Offer

• 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
• 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.

Relocation Eligibility. 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 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.

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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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.