Industrial Engineering Manager

Pratt & Whitney; East Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 132,000 - 252,000; Full time

Job summary

Pratt & Whitney in East Hartford, CT, is seeking an experienced Industrial Engineer to join the Core Industrial Engineering team. You will lead enterprise-wide improvement initiatives, study product requirements, and develop methods to increase productivity and efficiency in manufacturing and assembly facilities.

Applicants should have a Bachelor's degree with 10+ years of relevant experience (Master's with 7+ years acceptable), U.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree and minimum 10+ years of prior relevant experience in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing or Systems Engineering, or Operations improvement.
• Master's Degree in Industrial Engineering or Business Management with minimum 7 years’ experience.
• US Citizenship is required due to government contracts.

Responsibilities

• Lead enterprise-wide improvement initiatives across functions and sites.
• Work cross-functionally to embed IE tools and lean processes in manufacturing or assembly facilities.
• Study product requirements and determine capital equipment and labor staffing needs.
• Conduct machine capacity analysis and identify improvement initiatives to increase efficiency (OEE).
• Conduct labor capacity analysis and identify improvement initiatives to increase efficiency (OLE).
• Develop methods to increase productivity, maximize efficiency and manage human capital.
• Recommend capital investment strategy to meet product delivery and cost targets.
• Evaluate the effects of schedule and product design changes.
• Design layouts of equipment and workspace and improve process flow.
• Participate in and lead Kaizen events.

Skills

Industrial Engineering

Manufacturing

Systems Engineering

Data Analysis

Leadership

English Proficiency

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

Tools

Excel

VBA

SQL

Job description

Location:

US-CT-EAST HARTFORD-ETC ~ 400 Main St ~ BLDG ETC

Date Posted:

2026-09-17

Country:

United States of America

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.

The Core Industrial Engineering team functions as the IE “homeroom” at Pratt & Whitney. We work to create the methods and standards for our Industrial Engineering teams to follow, as well as develop and lead initiatives across the company to improve operations, assembly, test, etc. As part of this team, you will be working across Pratt & Whitney to strengthen the Industrial Engineering discipline and deepen our use of IE and lean manufacturing methodologies.

What You Will Do:

• Lead implementation and iteration of enterprise-wide improvement initiatives


• Work cross-functionally to imbed Industrial Engineering tools and processes in manufacturing or assembly facilities


• Study product requirements and determine capital equipment and labor staffing to meet requirements


• Conduct machine capacity analysis and identify/manage improvement initiatives to increase efficiency (OEE)


• Conduct labor capacity analysis and identify/manage improvement initiatives to increase efficiency (OLE)


• Develop methods to increase productivity, maximize efficiency and manage human capital more effectively


• Recommend capital investment strategy to meet product delivery and cost targets


• Evaluate the effects of schedule and product design changes


• Design layouts of equipment and workspace and improving process flow


• Participating in and leading Kaizen events

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Bachelor's Degree and minimum 10+ years of prior relevant experience in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing or Systems Engineering, or Operations improvement or Master's Degree in Industrial Engineering or Business Management and minimum 7 years’ experience


• US Citizenship is required due to government contracts

Qualifications We Value:

• Ability to prioritize many details into a broad view of the total organization


• Ability to work effectively with and lead other engineers, technicians, operators, and management


• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English


• Knowledge of manufacturing and assembly processes


• Experience in various computer software and administrative abilities


• Data mining & manipulation experience with Excel, VBA, SQL, other methods


• Strong analytical, creative thinking and project management skills


• Strong time management skills, ability to multi-task and adaptable to changing priorities.


• Self-starter and able to work with minimal direction

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.

The salary range for this role is 132,400 USD - 251,600 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.