Manufacturing Engineer, Robotics - Special Process (Onsite)

Roboticsconnected; Middletown (CT); On-site; USD 69,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

401(k) match

Flexible spending accounts

Flexible schedules

Employee Scholar Program

Parental leave

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

Pratt & Whitney, within the Compression Systems Manufacturing Center (CSMC) in Middletown, CT, is seeking a Special Process Manufacturing Engineer for robotics. You will own specific processes, troubleshoot robotic systems, and program paths from 3D models for surface treatment and finishing.

The role emphasizes cross-functional teamwork with design, quality, and operations to improve yield and reduce costs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical, aerospace, manufacturing engineering or a similar field with 2+ years of related experience OR a Master's degree with at least 1 year in aerospace/manufacturing
• Experience or education in robot programming and troubleshooting (Fanuc, ABB, Motoman)
• Experience managing multiple competing priorities
• Ability to read and interpret complex blueprints
• Understanding of manufacturing processes and familiarity with the shop environment
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office

Responsibilities

• Provide direct robotic troubleshooting support to the manufacturing shop floor for special processes
• Program robotic paths from 3D models for surface treatment, shot peening, deburr, and media finish
• Identify and implement process optimization and control methods to reduce costs and improve quality
• Collaborate with designers, quality, and systems teams to improve first-pass yield
• Perform root-cause analysis and corrective actions on non-conforming products
• Drive process optimization activities using PFMEA and Process Control Plans
• Document problem statements, observations, conclusions and recommendations
• Support project pipeline to scope and prioritize improvements
• Lead significant projects to enhance process capability and quality

Skills

Robot programming

Troubleshooting robotics

Project management

Blueprint reading

Manufacturing processes

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical, aerospace, or manufacturing engineering

Master's degree in related field

Tools

Solumina

SAP

UG/NX

Teamcenter

Minitab

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-10-13

Country: United States of America

Location: US-CT-MIDDLETOWN-130 ~ Aircraft Rd ~ BLDG 130

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, Compression Systems Manufacturing Center (CSMC) in Middletown, Connecticut is seeking a Special Process Manufacturing Engineer. CSMC makes complex rotating jet engine parts for military and commercial applications, i.e. F135 Engine, F100 Engine, Geared Turbofan, PW4000, etc.

What You Will Do:

• With specific process ownership, the Manufacturing Engineer, Robotics - Special Process will provide direct robotic troubleshooting support to the manufacturing shop floor and drive improvement across those specific manufacturing processes; robotic programmer for special process group which include surface treatment using robotic arms & tools for shot peening, brush deburr, and media finish.
• Troubleshoot and program various robotic controlled special processes. Program from 3D model to robot path.
• Identify & implement process optimization & process control methods to eliminate quality turn backs/escapes and reduce overall product costs through the specific process.
• Significant interaction with product designers, tool designers, quality assurance, systems designers, and other stakeholders is required to improve first pass yield through manufacturing processes
• Perform Root cause analysis and corrective actions on non-conforming products for responsible processes using statistical analysis tools and other methods as necessary
• Drive targeted manufacturing process optimization activities using MRL tools such as Process Control Plans and PFMEA
• Fully document problem statements, observations, conclusions, calculations and recommendations.
• Support the project pipeline process to select, prioritize and scope projects to business objectives, integrated with other continuous improvement activities and CORE (Customer Oriented Results and Excellence) initiatives.
• Schedule and facilitate periodic project reviews and ensure validation. Use effective scorecards and metrics to ensure progress.
• Lead significant projects critical to improve manufacturing process capability & quality performance through the assigned processes

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical, aerospace, manufacturing engineering or a similar field and 2 or more years of related experience OR a Master's degree and at least one year of experience in an aerospace, manufacturing or related environment
• Experience or education in robot programming and troubleshooting (Fanuc, ABB, Motoman)
• Experience managing multiple competing priorities simultaneously
• Experience reading and interpreting complex blueprints
• Understanding of manufacturing processes and
• Familiar with shop environment
• Demonstrated proficiency of Microsoft Office suite

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Six Sigma project leadership/management/coaching experience preferred
• Experience in project management tools (MS Projects)
• Previous experience with PW software tools like Solumina, and SAP
• Experience in using UG/NX, and Team Center software suites
• Experience in using Minitab and other statistical software for analysis
• Previous experience with working on Rotating Gas Turbine Parts

This role 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.

Compensation and Benefits:

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.