Senior Technical Fellow, Non-Conventional Machining

Prattwhitney; East Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 186,000 - 354,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Parental leave

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

Pratt & Whitney is seeking a Senior Technical Fellow for Non‑Conventional Machining to lead advanced processes such as laser cutting, EDM, ECM, WEDM and waterjet. The role requires deep expertise in consumable tooling, fixturing and related equipment, with collaboration across Engineering, Quality, and Capital Equipment teams.

The ideal candidate has 20+ years in aviation/turbomachinery, strong leadership and mentoring skills, and the ability to drive process standardization and strategic

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in aerospace, mechanical, or related engineering field.
• 20+ years of relevant experience in aviation, turbomachinery and/or gas turbine industries.
• Excellent communication skills, including presentations and written communications.
• Willingness to travel 20–30%.
• U.S. citizen is required as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under certain programs/contracts.

Responsibilities

• Lead resolution of systemic quality and production issues related to Non‑Conventional Machining across internal and external sites.
• Establish performance benchmarks and standardization to achieve best‑in‑class NM processes.
• Lead Non‑Conventional Machining Process Council.
• Own the NM technology roadmap & PFMEA ownership.
• Develop employee proficiency levels, training and mentorship for the sub‑discipline.
• Contribute to and review technical specifications for capital acquisitions.
• Be the change agent for NM procedures and standard work.
• Share best practices across producers.
• Support patent review teams as needed.

Skills

Non-Conventional Machining

Leadership

Communication

Mentorship

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in aerospace/mechanical engineering

Advanced degree (preferred)

Job description

U.S. citizen is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

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.

About Pratt & Whitney

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. P&W is seeking an exceptional candidate to fill the role of Senior Technical Fellow – Non‑Conventional machining, reporting to the Vice President, Manufacturing & Industrial Engineering.

Role Overview

The non‑conventional machining discipline includes: laser cutting, laser drilling, electrical discharge machining (EDM), electrochemical machining (ECM), wire electrical discharge machining (WEDM) and waterjet. The non‑conventional machining fellow is also expected to have expertise in consumable tooling, fixturing, and non‑conventional machining equipment. The role will require strong relations with Module Center, Materials, Engineering, Quality and Capital Equipment organizations, including collaboration with Collins Aerospace.

What You Will Do

• Lead resolution of systemic quality and production issues related to Non‑Conventional Machining across internal and external supply chain sites.
• Establish performance benchmarks and standardization to achieve best‑in‑class in Non‑Conventional Machining processes.
• Lead Non‑Conventional Machining Process Council.
• Own the Non‑Conventional Machining technology roadmap & Parent/Child PFMEA’s.
• Develop employee proficiency levels, training and mentorship for the sub‑discipline.
• Contribute to and review the technical specifications for future capital acquisitions.
• Be the key change agent, reviewer and approver for Non‑Conventional Machining procedures and standard work.
• Ensure best practices are captured and shared across producers.
• Support patent review teams as needed.

Connect locations: Connecticut or Asheville, NC work locations are preferred.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Bachelor’s degree in aerospace, mechanical, or related engineering field, 20+ years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree with 15+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience in aviation, turbomachinery and/or gas turbine industries.
• Excellent communication skills, including 1‑on‑1, group presentations, and written communications.
• 20‑30% travel.
• U.S. citizen is required as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under certain programs/contracts.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience with manufacturing standards and procedure ownership.
• Experience in developing and guiding high‑performing and multifaceted teams.
• Experience mentoring high potential candidates.
• Industry level recognition of expertise.
• Active security clearance or Ability to obtain US security clearance.

What We Offer

• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance.
• Short‑term disability, long‑term disability and parental leave.
• 401(k) match.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Employee assistance program.
• Employee Scholar Program (No waiting period!).
• Paid time off and paid government holidays, including the week between the Christmas Holiday and New Years Day.

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 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 186,200 USD - 353,800 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.

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.