Principal Engineer, Project Engineering (Onsite)

Prattwhitney; East Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 108,000 - 205,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) match

Paid time off

Job summary

RTX's Development Operations in East Hartford seeks a Project Engineer to lead STE design projects for jet engines and components. You will manage cross-functional teams, coordinate design kickoffs, and track progress against cost and schedule constraints in a dynamic, security-cleared environment.

The role emphasizes design reviews, procurement oversight, and timely EVMS reporting, with travel up to 10%. A strong background in STEM and active clearance are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in STEM with 8 years of engineering experience, or an Advanced Degree in STEM with 5 years of engineering experience.
• Knowledge of project management toolsets (e.g., Agile, SAP, Primavera, MS Project).
• Active Secret Clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Lead a multidiscipline DO team through an estimating process to provide a comprehensive plan.
• Initiate design kickoff and align on project scope with stakeholders.
• Manage design requirements and ensure gap closure by target dates.
• Monitor schedule and EVMS-related metrics to meet cost and schedule constraints.
• Prepare EV status updates for management and customers.

Tools

SAP

Primavera

MS Project

Agile

Project management

Engineering leadership

Team leadership

Budget management

Schedule tracking

Job description

Location: US-CT-EAST HARTFORD-J ~ 400 Main St ~ BLDG J

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 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.

What You Will Do

Development Operations (DO) Test Systems Engineering (TSE) is seeking a highly motivated Project Engineer to manage Special Test Equipment (STE) design projects in support of validation and production testing of jet engines and engine components. This position is based in East Hartford, CT. Lead a multidiscipline DO team through an estimating process to provide a comprehensive plan when required to secure future work Initiate design kick off. Identify and align on project scope with stakeholders Manage design requirements and ensure gap closure by need dates Continuously monitor and track project schedule and Estimate at Completion (EAC) to ensure design and fabrication are within cost and schedule constraints Prepare and present EV status of all tasks that require EVMS Ensure timely completion of project milestones such as design reviews to meet schedule requirements. Schedule design reviews, ensuring that presentations are comprehensive, complete, and meet entrance and exit criteria Manage the procurement of STE. Periodically track fabrication at outside vendors to ensure on-time delivery Continually assess and communicate project status and risks to TSE management, customers, and key stakeholders Travel is up to 10%.

Qualifications

You Must Have Bachelor’s Degree in a STEM 8 years of engineering experience, or an Advanced Degree in a STEM with 5 years of engineering experience Qualifications We Prefer Knowledge and experience with Project Management toolsets (e.g., Agile, SAP, Primavera, or MS Project) Bachelor in Engineering Demonstrated experience leading engineering teams, budgets, and schedules Knowledge of standard manufacturing methods Active Secret Clearance

What Is My Role Type

In addition to transforming the future of flight, we are also transforming how and where we work. We’ve introduced role types to help you understand how you will operate in our blended work environment. This role is: Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance workers, as they are essential to the development of our engines. 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. This requisition is eligible for an employee referral award. ALL eligibility requirements must be met to receive the referral award. 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. 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.

Benefits

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.

Development Operations provides services to support future products for global commercial airlines, industrial partners and military customers. Services include Assembly, Instrumentation and Test of engines and rigs and the associated facilities, hardware, data systems, software and technology to support this. Development Operations delivers our services in a safe, efficient and sustainable environment.

The salary range for this role is 107,500 USD - 204,500 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.

Equal Opportunity and Diversity 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.

RTX is an aerospace and defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 195,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.