Military Composites Manager (Onsite)

Pratt & Whitney; Middletown (CT); On-site; USD 157,000 - 299,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation Eligibility

Job summary

Pratt & Whitney, a RTX business, is seeking a Military Composites Manager in Compression Systems Engineering (CSE) in Middletown, CT. You will lead a multi‑tier, multi‑discipline team of composites engineers supporting delivery, producibility and technology development for both military and commercial hardware.

The role requires strong leadership, collaboration across CIPT sites, and a proven ability to guide staff to meet program milestones while maintaining adherence to PW quality and

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering with 12+ years of engineering experience, or an advanced degree with 10+ years.
• 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.
• Degree in Mechanical, Materials, or Aerospace Engineering preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure engineering team is fully engaged, supporting delivery, producibility and technology development metrics, and technical issues are resolved in a timely manner.
• Strong communication within CIPT’s to align staffing needs with program objectives and provide part family technical leadership and planning, including collaboration across CSE sites.
• Driving and nurturing improvements in quality and delivery performance in support of program requirements.
• Engaging internal and external hardware suppliers to investigate quality or delivery issues and develop robust improvement plans.
• Mentorship of staff on individual development programs and goals, including training and development tasks to raise overall discipline health within the organization.
• Guiding and supporting overall organizational goals identified in Policy Deployment.

Skills

Team leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Security clearance

Communication

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Advanced degree in Engineering

Job description

Location

US-CT-MIDDLETOWN-140 ~ Aircraft Rd ~ BLDG 140

Date Posted

2026-08-03

Country

United States of America

Location

US-CT-MIDDLETOWN-140 ~ Aircraft Rd ~ BLDG 140

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.

Pratt & Whitney’s Compression Systems Engineering (CSE) is seeking a Military Composites Manager, supporting all military engine programs, including Operational Military Engines (OME). F119, F135, Military Development Programs, and Advanced Engine Programs (AEP). In this role, you will lead a multi-tier, multi-disciplinary team of composites engineers supporting delivery, producibility and technology development of Pratt and Whitney's commercial hardware as well as providing technical leadership and staff planning to ensure program delivery milestones are met. You will lead and develop staff while ensuring your team’s adherence to P&W’s quality and engineering procedures. You will integrate with CIPT, including Quality, Operations, suppliers and other engineering disciplines to ensure technical requirements are met.

What You Will Do

• Ensure engineering team is fully engaged, supporting delivery, producibility and technology development metrics, and technical issues are resolved in a timely manner.
• Strong communication within CIPT’s to align staffing needs with program objectives and provide part family technical leadership and planning, including collaboration across CSE sites.
• Driving and nurturing improvements in quality and delivery performance in support of program requirements.
• Engaging internal and external hardware suppliers to investigate quality or delivery issues and develop robust improvement plans.
• Mentorship of staff on individual development programs and goals, including training and development tasks to raise overall discipline health within the organization.
• Guiding and supporting overall organizational goals identified in Policy Deployment.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering and 12+ years of engineering experience OR
• Advanced degree in Engineering and 10+ years of engineering experience
• 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.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Degree in Mechanical, Materials, or Aerospace Engineering
• Composite Finite Element Analysis (FEA) – Laminated shell modeling, solid modeling, and/or ply-by-ply solid modeling
• Composite Design – Experience with Composite Manufacturing techniques, such as Resin Transfer Molding, Compression Molding, Injection Molding, and/or Autoclave Molding
• Composite Hardware Validation – Allowables generation, test methods, instrumentation
• Composite Hardware Manufacturing – Available methods and current state of the art, engagement with PW suppliers
• Prior experience as design or structures lead of composite hardware
• Prior leadership experience with the proven ability to lead a multitude of cross-functional teams to achieve results.
• Ability to craft clear communication and develop meaningful relationships.

What We Offer

• Relocation Eligibility

Compression Systems Engineering (CSE)

Compression Systems Engineering is responsible for the design, development, and in service support of all fans low-pressure and high-pressure compressors for commercial and military engine models. CSE is responsible for the identification and maturation of new technologies for these products. Technical disciplines in CSE include Project Engineering, Mechanical Design, Structural Analysis, and Product Definition.

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. 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 157,200 USD - 298,800 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.