Manufacturing Lead Tech (Onsite)

Prattwhitney; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 114,000; Full time

Job summary

RTX is seeking an experienced engineer to break down complex systems, visualize improvement opportunities, and develop processes that meet aerospace quality standards. You will work with the Engineering Manager to justify, schedule, and manage risks while preparing technical specifications for procurement and work instructions.

The role emphasizes contributing to multiple projects within a functional discipline and applying engineering knowledge to achieve productive outcomes in a high‑stakes

Qualifications

• AA/AS degree (or other 2-year post‑high‑school training) with a minimum of 8 years relevant experience OR High School diploma/GED/equivalent with 10 or more years of relevant experience.
• Experience with Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.).
• Working knowledge of mechanical design, pneumatics/hydraulic, thermodynamics, fluid dynamics and heat transfer.
• Demonstrated understanding of the fundamentals of the discipline and role including statistical process control and data analytics.
• Knowledge of manufacturing and assembly processes.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products.

Responsibilities

• Break down complicated systems into individual pieces to improve productivity.
• Visualize improvement opportunities and convert into processes that meet aerospace quality standards.
• With assistance from the Engineering Manager, determine justification, develop project schedules and identify opportunities and risks associated with ideas; develop risk mitigation strategies to manage risk.
• Prepare technical specifications and other documents that can be used to procure technical services and products or work instructions.
• Responsible for projects and/or multiple tasks within functional discipline, making a significant contribution to the team by applying knowledge.

Skills

Mechanical design

Pneumatics & hydraulics

Thermodynamics

Fluid dynamics

Heat transfer

Statistical process control

Data analytics

Manufacturing processes

Education

AA/AS degree or equivalent

High School diploma/GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

What You Will Do

Break down complicated systems into individual pieces to improve productivity.

Visualize improvement opportunities and convert into processes that meet aerospace quality standards.

With assistance from the Engineering Manager, determine justification, develop project schedules and identify opportunities and risks associated with ideas; develop risk mitigation strategies to manage risk.

Prepare technical specifications and other documents that can be used to procure technical services and products or work instructions.

Responsible for projects and/or multiple tasks within functional discipline, making a significant contribution to the team by applying knowledge.

Qualifications

• AA/AS degree (or other 2-year post‑high‑school training) with a minimum of 8 years relevant experience OR High School diploma/GED/equivalent with 10 or more years of relevant experience.
• Experience with Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.).
• Working knowledge of mechanical design, pneumatics/hydraulic, thermodynamics, fluid dynamics and heat transfer.
• Demonstrated understanding of the fundamentals of the discipline and role including statistical process control and data analytics.
• Knowledge of manufacturing and assembly processes.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products.

Preferred Qualifications

• Understanding of continuous improvement tools such as Six Sigma and LEAN.

Salary and Benefits

The salary range for this role is 60,000 USD – 114,000 USD. Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits 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 depend on the specific business unit and collective‑bargaining agreement. Hired applicants may also be eligible for annual short‑term and/or long‑term incentive compensation programs.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.