Senior Systems, R&T Process Development Engineer (Onsite)

Prattwhitney; California (MO); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Relocation assistance

Job summary

PrattWhitney in Riverside, CA is seeking an experienced Aerospace Process Engineer to join the R&T team. You will focus on research and development of composite technologies and support engineering groups across programs, manufacturing, and supply chain.

Responsibilities include leading technology development aligned with TRL/MRL gates, assuring quality, performing PFMEA, and driving continuous improvement. Travel up to 10% may be required.

Qualifications

• Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) with 5+ years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree with 3+ years.
• Strong GD&T knowledge and experience interpreting drawings and 3D CAD (CATIA).
• Experience in composite manufacturing and process development, preferably aerospace.
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Experience with lean leadership and problem-solving in manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support development of technologies in line with TRL/MRL gates.
• Collaborate with engineers and technicians to support daily process development.
• Interact across engineering groups to ensure on-time, quality execution of tasks.
• Provide technical support for prototype and demonstrator builds.
• Review and approve manufacturing planning documents and compliance.
• Engage in PFMEA and drive process improvement initiatives.

Skills

Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing

Lean leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

STEM degree

Advanced degree in related field

Tools

CATIA

Robotics programming software

Job description

Overview

This role will be within the R&T department as part of the Engineering organization conducting research and development primarily, but not limited to, composite technologies based in Riverside, CA.

What You Will Do

• Lead and support the development of technologies in adherence with TRL and MRL toll gates.
• Work closely with Engineers and Engineering Technicians, supporting daily process development.
• Interact between Engineering groups (programs, chief office engineer, aftermarket, manufacturing/operations, facilities, supply chain, test labs, suppliers and customers) ensuring on‑time and quality execution of materials and process project tasks and deliverables.
• Utilize manufacturing process experience to provide technical support and consultation for executing prototype and demonstrator builds.
• Review, understand, provide feedback, and approve manufacturing planning documents.
• Ensure adherence to all compliance requirements (TRL, MRL, EHS, CMS, QMS, PPAP, etc.).
• Engage in problem‑solving initiatives and challenge the status quo (e.g., root cause and corrective action investigations, OEE, FPY, customer escapes).
• Participate and contribute on Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (PFMEA) and control build plans.
• Identify opportunities on drawings and specifications to influence changes to engineering designs and line balancing.
• Participate in tool design reviews to ensure tools are feasible for processes.
• Participate in process improvement and continuous improvement activities.
• Implement results of lean manufacturing initiatives.
• Travel up to 10% as needed.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) with a minimum of 5 years of prior relevant experience, or an advanced degree in a related field with a minimum of 3 years of experience.
• Multi‑axis robotics programming and operation experience.
• 3–5 years of industry experience in composite manufacturing and process development, ideally with a strong focus on composite aerostructures.
• Experience as a technical SME, relationship building, effective communications, lean leadership, and influence.
• Extensive knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Experience interpreting engineering drawings and 3D CAD designs (CATIA).
• Knowledge of thermoset and thermoplastic composite material and processing specifications for the aerospace industry.
• Product development and introduction experience.
• Knowledge of metallic material and processing specifications for the aerospace industry.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Proficient oral and written communication skills in a highly collaborative environment.
• Experience working with fiber‑optic laser systems.
• PLC programming and operating experience.
• Advanced knowledge of robotic programming and operation.
• Systems development and integration experience.

What We Offer

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees.
• Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and a separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Student Loan Repayment Program.
• Life insurance and disability coverage.
• Optional coverages such as pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, and identity theft protection.
• Birth, adoption, and parental leave benefits.
• Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning.
• Adoption Assistance.
• Autism Benefit.
• Employee Assistance Plan, including up to ten free counseling sessions.
• Healthy You incentives and wellness rewards program.
• Doctor on Demand and virtual doctor visits.
• Bright Horizons child and elder care services.
• Teladoc Medical Experts second‑opinion program.
• Other benefits available.

Relocation may be eligible for this role.

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, 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 section503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.