PDC Quality Engineer (Onsite)

Prattwhitney; Middletown (CT); On-site; USD 86,800 - 165,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) match

Flexible spending accounts

Flexible work schedules

Parental leave

Paid time off

Holidays

Incentive compensation

Job summary

Pratt & Whitney in Middletown, CT is seeking a PDC Quality Engineer to oversee quality during engine assembly and test. You will coordinate with multiple disciplines to facilitate delivery, develop corrective actions, and drive quality improvements across product lines at the Product Delivery Center.

The role requires a STEM/business degree with 3–5+ years of related experience, SAP familiarity, and strong communication. Onsite work and a comprehensive benefits package are provided.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in STEM or Business with 5+ years of experience, or Master’s with 3+ years.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Experience managing multiple priorities and analyzing quality data.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing concepts and improvement programs (Kaizen, Six Sigma, VSM).
• Knowledge of quality systems; SAP familiarity.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with Production, Engineering, Customer Support, Procurement, Test Engineering and others to facilitate assembly through shipping of engines.
• Develop and implement action plans to resolve hardware and assembly concerns with compliance to drawings and specs.
• Address nonconformances with root‑cause analyses and corrective actions.
• Support product delivery by balancing priorities to prevent or minimize work stoppages.
• Coordinate quality projects across product lines to improve the PDC’s quality signature.
• Establish and execute quality plans for configuration compliance and customer satisfaction.
• Participate in PDC compliance audits and generate quality metrics for management.
• Serve as liaison to government and customer representatives on quality matters.
• Create process flow documents and maintain communication across PDC shifts.

Skills

Quality data analysis

Prioritization

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM or business

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

At Pratt & Whitney, a leading supplier of aircraft engines and power systems, we are seeking a PDC Quality Engineer to support 1st shift operations at our Middletown, CT Product Delivery Center. The role focuses on quality oversight during the assembly and test phases of engine production.

What You Will Do

The PDC Quality Engineer will:
- Coordinate with Production, Engineering, Customer Support, Procurement, Test Engineering, and other disciplines to facilitate assembly through shipping of engines.
- Develop and implement action plans to resolve hardware and assembly concerns, ensuring compliance with drawings, specifications, and standards.
- Address nonconformances promptly, providing detailed root‑cause analyses and corrective actions.
- Work with flow‑line managers to support product delivery, balancing multiple priorities to prevent or minimize work stoppages.
- Coordinate quality projects and initiatives across product lines, focusing on improving the PDC’s quality signature.
- Establish and execute quality plans for configuration compliance, non‑conformance reduction, and customer satisfaction.
- Participate in PDC compliance audits and generate quality metrics for the P&W Management team.
- Serve as a liaison to government and customer representatives on quality matters.
- Create process flow documents and maintain strong communication channels across the PDC shifts.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Bachelor’s Degree in a STEM or Business field and at least 5 years of experience in engineering, manufacturing operations, materials management, project management, quality or a related environment, OR a Master’s Degree and a minimum of 3 years of similar experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.).
• Experience managing multiple competing priorities and analyzing quality data.
• Understanding of Lean Manufacturing concepts and/or experience with Kaizen events, Six Sigma, Value Stream Mapping, Continuous Flow Manufacturing, or related improvement programs.
• Knowledge of quality systems, preferably familiarity with SAP system transactions and data queries.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Deep familiarity with SAP system transactions.
• Knowledge of technical manufacturing drawings.
• Familiarity with aerospace quality standards such as AS9100, AS9102, and ISO.
• JCL2 certification or willingness to obtain it.
• Working knowledge of Federal Aviation Regulations and experience with government regulatory agencies.

Additional Information

Role Type: Onsite
Salary Range: $86,800 – $165,200 USD (based on experience)
Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, parental leave, paid time off, holidays, and potential incentive compensation. Eligibility and details vary by business unit and collective‑bargaining agreement.

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. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified individuals with a disability and protected veterans in compliance with Section503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.