Manufacturing Engineering Tech Manager

Prattwhitney; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 132,400 - 251,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) match

Paid time off

Annual bonus eligibility

Job summary

RTX is seeking an experienced leader to manage a team of Product manufacturing engineers in Asheville, NC. You will provide technical and strategic direction in support of Commercial and Military Programs, ensuring alignment with the supply chain, customer commitments, and quality targets.

You will prioritize resources, drive improvements in quality and delivery, mentor team members, and engage with program offices, customer representatives, and operations management to meet program objectives.

Qualifications

• BS in Engineering or Engineering Technology.
• 10+ years engineering experience or an Advanced degree with 8+ years.
• Minimum two years directly leading and managing a team.
• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Understanding of technical data requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of Product manufacturing engineers.
• Provide technical and strategic leadership to product manufacturing engineers in support of Commercial and Military Programs.
• Integrate with Asheville supply chain operations to provide technical support in meeting customer commitments.
• Ensure the manufacturing engineering team is fully engaged, supporting delivery and part producibility.
• Prioritize work to ensure critical needs are addressed and resources are allocated to the right areas.
• Drive improvements in quality and delivery performance in support of program objectives.
• Engage with internal and external stakeholders to investigate quality or delivery issues and develop robust improvement plans.
• Manage budget and staffing requirements while ensuring adherence to P&W’s quality and engineering procedures.
• Collaborate with program offices, component product teams, customer representatives, and operations management.

Skills

Team leadership

Mentorship

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering or Engineering Technology

Advanced engineering degree

Job description

What You Will Do

• Manage a team of Product manufacturing engineers.
• Provide technical and strategic leadership to product manufacturing engineers in support of Commercial and Military Programs.
• Integrate with Asheville supply chain operations to provide technical support in meeting customer commitments.
• Ensure the manufacturing engineering team is fully engaged, supporting delivery and part producibility.
• Prioritize work to ensure critical needs are addressed and resources are allocated to the right areas.
• Drive improvements in quality and delivery performance in support of program objectives.
• Engage with internal and external stakeholders to investigate quality or delivery issues and develop robust improvement plans.
• Manage budget and staffing requirements while ensuring adherence to P&W’s quality and engineering procedures.
• Collaborate with program offices, component product teams, customer representatives, and operations management.
• Lead and support overall organizational objectives.
• Hire and develop employees within the engineering organization.
• Provide mentorship and career development to the team.
• Lead and drive quality control risk mitigation using PFMEA and additional process control tools.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering or Engineering Technology.
• 10+ years of engineering experience or an Advanced degree in a related field and 8+ years of experience.
• Minimum two years directly leading and managing a team.
• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Understanding of technical data requirements.

We Prefer

• Advanced degree in Engineering with 8+ years of experience.
• Demonstrated problem‑solving experience using RCCA.
• Experience with Airfoil Process Development.
• Experience in the design, development, and support of production hardware.
• Proven ability to lead a multitude of cross‑functional teams to achieve results.
• Ability to craft clear communication and develop meaningful relationships.
• Experience developing and executing high‑impact strategic objectives.
• Demonstrate skill and success in team leadership, facilitation, and coaching skills.
• Working knowledge of shop practices, policies, and procedures governing manufacturing engineering support requirements as well as work instruction documentation for manufacturing processes.
• Experience with the oversight of data integrity, reporting requirements, and key accountability metrics.

Salary

$132,400 USD – $251,600 USD (range based on experience). RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to role, function, and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

Benefits

Hired applicants may be eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, including 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 on the business unit and collective‑bargaining agreement. Hired applicants may also be eligible for annual short‑term and/or long‑term incentive compensation programs based on the level and agreement coverage.

EEO Statement

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.

Location

Asheville, North Carolina (Onsite)

Application Window

RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. Factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may result in a shorter or longer window.