Manufacturing Engineer (Onsite)

Prattwhitney; North Berwick (ME); On-site; USD 69,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Job summary

RTX is seeking a hands-on Manufacturing/Process Engineer to identify and mitigate manufacturing risk, drive process optimization, and improve product quality onsite in North Berwick, ME. You will apply root cause analysis, lead project reviews, and collaborate across engineering to advance process capability and quality performance. Requirements include a Bachelor's or Master’s in Engineering and eligibility for U.S.

Secret clearance. Travel is up to 10%.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering with relevant experience.
• Secret clearance eligibility or active clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Identify and mitigate manufacturing risk to improve quality.
• Lead process optimization and control methods to reduce costs.
• Perform Root Cause Analysis on non-conforming product.
• Drive manufacturing progress through data-driven solutions.
• Plan projects and coordinate across engineering disciplines.
• Support shop floor and cross-functional teams; travel up to 10%.

Skills

Root Cause Analysis

Process Optimization

Statistical Analysis

Project Planning

Cross-functional Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Master’s Degree in Engineering

Tools

Minitab

Microsoft Office

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-09-02 Country: United States of America Location: US-ME-NORTH BERWICK-113 ~ 113 Wells St ~ WELLS, Rte 9 Position Role Type: Onsite U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance Security Clearance Type: DoD Clearance: Secret Security Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required after day 1 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:

• Identify and mitigate manufacturing risk to achieve superior quality performance.
• Identify and implement process optimization and control methods to eliminate/prevent quality turn backs/escapes and reduce overall product costs.
• Use statistical analysis tools to perform Root Cause Analysis and corrective actions on non-conforming product.
• Drive targeted manufacturing process optimization through innovative solutions.
• Schedule and facilitate periodic project reviews and ensure validation of MRL gate advancements.
• Effectively use scorecards and metrics to ensure progress and lead projects critical to improving manufacturing process capability and quality performance.
• To execute the desired process improvement, the candidate will be responsible for project planning, collaborating with various engineering disciplines, and influencing management to implement the desired solutions.
• Work with shop floor and support functions; represent manufacturing needs across the organization.
• Domestic travel up to 10%.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (aerospace, industrial, mechanical, manufacturing or similar) and 2 or more years’ experience in an engineering, manufacturing operations or related environment, OR a Master’s Degree in Engineering and minimum 1 year of experience in an engineering, manufacturing operations or related environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Hold a current U.S. government-issued Secret Clearance OR be eligible to obtain and maintain a U.S. government-issued Secret Clearance.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification, CORE/Six Sigma Practitioner/professional certification.
• Understanding of continuous improvement concepts: DFSS, Red X, Lean, etc.
• Demonstrated technical proficiency in complex manufacturing activities (specifically 5-axis milling and turning).
• Proficiency with Minitab and other statistical software.
• Proficient in statistics, data analytics, DOE, and multivariate statistics.

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. 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.

Privacy Policy and Terms: Click on this link to read the Policy and Terms. 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.