Process Improvement Engineer (Onsite)

Pratt & Whitney; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 87,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Pratt & Whitney Oklahoma City Heavy Maintenance Center is seeking a Process Improvement Engineer to drive process improvements and ensure clear, accurate work instructions for disassembly, repair, assembly, and testing of gas-turbine engines.

You will perform root cause analyses, implement corrective actions, and develop master work instructions for new parts and modifications, contributing to on-time delivery and excellence in production.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years of relevant experience or an advanced degree with 3+ years of relevant experience.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance; U.S. citizenship required.
• Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering.
• Experience with SAP or similar ERP systems.
• Operational experience in an MRO engine facility and gas-turbine processes.
• Knowledge of precision measuring instruments.

Responsibilities

• Interpret technical data to support production processes.
• Investigate process breakdowns, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions.
• Create and maintain master work instructions for parts, assemblies, and modifications.
• Conduct Six Sigma and Lean analyses to improve processes while sustaining production.
• Benchmark processes against best-in-class organizations to identify improvements.
• Develop maintenance awareness briefs to minimize maintenance errors.
• Utilize standard work and desktop procedures for PIE activities.
• Support other MRO production lines as needed by management.
• Ensure compliance with Environmental Health and Safety regulations.

Skills

Six Sigma

Lean methodologies

Root cause analysis

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

SAP

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-10-19

Country: United States of America

Location: US-OK-TINKER-AFB-CUST ~ 3001 Staff Dr ~ TINKER AFB (External Site)

Position Role Type: Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Security Clearance Type: None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status: Not Required

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.

Job Summary:

The Process Improvement Engineer (PIE) at Pratt & Whitney Oklahoma City Heavy Maintenance Center (HMC) will play a key role in driving process improvements and ensuring the accuracy and effectiveness of work instructions to support the disassembly, repair, assembly, and testing of gas-turbine engines at the Maintenance Repair and Overhaul (MRO) facility. This role contributes directly to production delivery schedules and operational excellence.

What You Will Do:

• Interpret technical data to support production processes.
• Investigate process breakdowns, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions for parts and processes.Oversee and manage corrective actions resulting from technical data changes.
• Create and maintain master work instructions for new parts, assemblies, and modifications to existing products.
• Conduct Six Sigma and Lean analyses, including process walks, to enhance product and process development while sustaining production.
• Benchmark processes against best-in-class organizations to identify improvement opportunities.
• Develop and deliver maintenance awareness briefs to minimize errors in the maintenance process.
• Utilize standard work and desktop procedures for Process Improvement Engineer activities.
• Support other MRO production lines as required by management to ensure enterprise success.
• Ensure compliance with Environmental Health and Safety regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Work onsite during 1st shift (0700-1600) and provide additional support as needed, including off-hours availability for job-related inquiries.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years of relevant experience or and advanced degree with 3+ years of relevant 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:

• Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering from an accredited college/university.
• Experience with enterprise resource planning systems such as SAP.
• Operational experience in an MRO engine facility.Process or manufacturing experience with gas-turbine engines.
• Knowledge and experience using precision measuring instruments.

The salary range for this role is 86,800 USD - 165,200 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.