Product Definition Project Lead (Onsite)

Pratt & Whitney; East Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 67,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Life insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Job summary

Pratt & Whitney is seeking a motivated Product Definition Project Lead to support the Mechanical Systems, Externals, and Nacelles (MSEN) Engineering organization. This role centers on project management to ensure PD deliverables meet CIPT schedules, quality standards, and EKS requirements, with a direct impact on engineering outcomes.

You will coordinate across multiple teams, manage data in Teamcenter, and drive timely hardware deliveries while ensuring complete MBD and TDP packages.

Qualifications

• Associate degree and 10 years of relevant experience in Product Definition, engineering data management, and cross‑functional collaboration.
• Experience with engineering change processes, PD documentation (MBD/TDP) and data management tools is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate across CIPT, Design, PD, industrial and manufacturing teams to align priorities and ensure on‑time delivery.
• Manage engineering data in Teamcenter and DMU/PD teams to create and revise BOM‑driven data.
• Ensure on‑time hardware deliveries and alignment with project schedules across teams.
• Execute product definition engineering standard work across design phases and verifications.
• Prepare and manage engineering change releases in Teamcenter with proper approvals.
• Deliver complete MBD and TDP packages meeting quality and EKS requirements.

Skills

PD processes

Project management

Team coordination

Cross-functional collab

Education

AA/AS degree

Tools

Teamcenter

Siemens NX

Job description

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

Date Posted: 2026-10-29

Country: United States of America

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

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 is seeking a motivated and organized Product Definition Project Lead to support the Mechanical Systems, Externals, and Nacelles (MSEN) Engineering organization. This role focuses primarily on project management, ensuring Product Definition (PD) deliverables meet Component Integrated Product Team (CIPT) schedules, quality standards, and Engineering Knowledge System (EKS) requirements. This is a project-management-focused position rather than a traditional hands‑on Product Definition engineering role, with a direct impact on the successful execution of engineering deliverables and the development of reliable, innovative propulsion systems.

What You Will Do

• Coordinate across CIPT, Design, Product Definition, industrial, and manufacturing teams to align priorities, manage resources, track progress, and ensure timely delivery. Responsibilities include work planning, task management, resource scheduling, commitment tracking, and status audits.
• Manage engineering data in Teamcenter, collaborating with Digital Mock up (DMU)/PD teams to create and revise data driven by the Development Bill of Materials (BOM).
• Coordinate with Component Integrated Product Team (CIPT), Design, PD, Industrial, and Manufacturing teams to ensure on‑time hardware deliveries and alignment with project schedules.
• Execute Product Definition engineering standard work across preliminary design, detail design, and verification/validation phases, ensuring requirements, deliverables, and processes are complete and on schedule.
• Prepare, package, and manage engineering change release documentation in UGS Teamcenter, ensuring changes are appropriately assigned for approvals.
• Coordinate engineering changes in accordance with engineering standard work, delivering complete Model-Based Definition (MBD) and Technical Data Package (TDP) packages that meet quality and EKS requirements.

What You Will Learn

• Product Definition processes and EKS requirements within Mechanical Systems, Externals, and Nacelles Engineering.
• Engineering data management and product lifecycle workflows using Teamcenter and Siemens NX.
• Engineering change coordination, approval workflows, and release documentation.
• MBD and TDP package development and requirements.
• Cross-functional project coordination, schedule management, and continuous improvement practices.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Associate of Art / Associate of Science degree (or other 2-year post-high school training) and 10 years of relevant experience. Relevant experience in Product Definition, engineering data management using Teamcenter, engineering change processes, technical documentation (MBD/TDP), project lead /management, and/or cross‑functional collaboration within aerospace or mechanical systems engineering.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience in engineering change process and PD EKS requirements.
• Experience with Siemens NX graphics software and UGS Teamcenter software.
• 5 years of experience with product definition processes/project management.
• Experience with externals systems and hardware.
• Experience in quality and continuous improvement culture.
• Experience in team leadership, team building, and mentoring.

What We Offer

• Eligible for Relocation.

Department/Segment Overview

Mechanical Systems, Externals, & Nacelles (MSEN) is responsible for the design, development, and in‑service support of power transmission systems, bearing compartment and rotor support design and analysis, oil and thermal management systems, engine externals packaging and architecture, as well as nacelles for commercial and military engine models. Technical disciplines include Project Engineering, Mechanical Design, Structural Analysis, Product Definition, System Modeling, Mechanical Design analysis for bearings, gears, and seals, and fluid‑thermal modeling of associated components and systems.

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 the 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 66,800 USD - 127,200 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.

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