Senior Design Engineer (Onsite)

Prattwhitney; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 86,800 - 165,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Benefits package

Annual incentive program

Job summary

Pratt & Whitney, an RTX company, is seeking a Senior Design Engineer to join the MSEN Design Engineering team in Oklahoma City onsite. You will resolve high-priority engine teardown and rebuild challenges and determine depot disassembly and rebuild resolutions.

You will collaborate across CIPTs, apply engineering standards, review teardown findings, and expand your structural analysis skills to influence durability, performance, manufacturability, and weight considerations.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and 5 years of relevant experience, or a Master’s degree and 3 years of relevant experience.
• Experience in engineering design and/or analysis.
• Preferred aerospace experience and familiarity with PLM and 3D CAD tools.

Responsibilities

• Provide onsite engineering support for engine teardown, inspection, and rebuild activities.
• Develop design solutions using Pratt & Whitney standards and cross‑functional collaboration.
• Serve as the CIPT design engineering representative balancing durability, cost, and weight.
• Evaluate MSEN hardware serviceability and document engineering decisions with leadership.
• Expand structural analysis expertise to support design improvements.

Skills

Engineering design/analysis

Collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Master’s degree in Engineering (Aerospace, Mechanical, or Civil)

Tools

Teamcenter (PLM)

Siemens NX

Ansys

SAP

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-07-30 Country: United States of America Location: US-OK-OKLAHOMA CITY-8120SC ~ 8120 S Air Depot Blvd ~ SUSTAINMENT CTR, Dock 18 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'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 for a Senior Design Engineer to support our Mechanical Systems, External, Nacelles (MSEN) Design Engineering team. In this role, you will be part of the Component Integrated Product Teams, resolving high-priority engine teardown and rebuild challenges, determining the resolution of engine disassembly and rebuild issues that develop at the depot during engine rebuild.

What You Will Do:

• Provide onsite engineering support for engine teardown, inspection, and rebuild activities by evaluating hardware conditions, resolving complex design issues, and delivering timely technical guidance to depot operations.
• Develop and implement design solutions by applying Pratt & Whitney Engineering Standard Work, collaborating with cross‑functional engineering disciplines, and supporting product improvements throughout the engine overhaul process.
• Serve as the design engineering representative on Component Integrated Product Teams (CIPTs), balancing customer requirements for durability, performance, manufacturability, cost, and weight when developing design solutions.
• Evaluate the serviceability of MSEN engine hardware by reviewing teardown inspection findings, determining component dispositions, documenting engineering decisions, and presenting technical recommendations to Pratt & Whitney leadership and customers.
• Expand your structural analysis expertise by applying analytical methods and collaborating with experienced analysts to support engineering decisions and component design improvements.

Travel:

10% travel to support program and customer needs (Domestic).

What You Will Learn:

• Develop hands‑on expertise in engine hardware by gaining a deep understanding of component teardown, inspection, repair, and reassembly processes, including the use of specialized tooling, fixtures, and handling techniques that protect critical engine parts throughout depot operations.
• Strengthen your cross‑functional problem‑solving skills by collaborating with depot personnel, Component Integrated Product Teams (CIPTs), and engineering teams across Pratt & Whitney to resolve complex technical challenges and improve engine rebuild efficiency.
• Expand your structural analysis capabilities by learning engineering methods and analytical techniques used to evaluate component integrity, support design decisions, and enhance product performance and reliability.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and 5 years of relevant experience, or a Master’s degree in Engineering (Aerospace, Mechanical, or Civil) and 3 years of relevant experience.
• Relevant experience in engineering design and/or analysis.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Experience in the aerospace industry, with a strong preference for turbofan engine design, development, or sustainment.
• Proficiency with Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) systems, such as Teamcenter, and experience using Siemens NX or comparable 3D CAD software for mechanical design.
• Familiarity with structural analysis tools, such as Ansys, and an interest in applying analytical methods to support engineering design decisions.
• Experience with continuous improvement methodologies, including Lean, CORE, ACE, Six Sigma, or other process improvement frameworks.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, SAP, and other engineering or enterprise business applications.
• Demonstrated project coordination skills, with the ability to effectively manage multiple priorities and work across cross‑functional teams

What We Offer:

• Eligible for Relocation.
• 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.

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Company background

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.