Senior Tooling Design Engineer (Onsite)

globalhr; Carlsbad (CA); On-site; USD 68,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits

Relocation Package

Job summary

RTX is seeking a Senior Tooling Engineer to lead the design and optimization of tooling for advanced CMC turbine components. This role is onsite in Carlsbad, CA, and requires strong CAD and GD&T skills along with a manufacturing background.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, drive automation initiatives, and mentor junior engineers to advance tooling capabilities. The position offers opportunities to shape process improvements and contribute to next-generation aerospace tooling

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years of engineering experience, or 3+ years with an advanced degree.
• Proficiency with CAD tools such as NX, CATIA, Creo, or SolidWorks.
• In-depth knowledge of GD&T principles and applying complex tolerancing to designs.
• U.S. citizenship is required to access information for this program/contract.

Responsibilities

• Design tooling for all processes used to manufacture CMC turbine components.
• Establish and follow best design practices for tooling dimensions, tolerances, and work holding.
• Collaborate with manufacturing and engineering teams to design solutions supporting process development.
• Support tooling readiness activities and TPM practices to improve OEE and reduce costs.
• Lead data collection and analysis related to tooling performance and durability.
• Mentor junior engineers to grow technical capabilities.

Skills

Engineering experience

GD&T knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

NX

CATIA

Creo

SolidWorks

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-06-01

Country: United States of America

Location: US-CA-CARLSBAD-5940 ~ 5940 Darwin Ct ~ DARWIN

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 a highly motivated individual to support the manufacturing maturation of Ceramic Matrix Composite (CMC) turbine components. CMCs are an enabling material that increases the temperature capability of jet engine components. Through successful development and application of these materials, P&W will deliver engines that are more fuel efficient, lighter weight and more durable for commercial and military applications.

Position Overview

As a Senior Tooling Engineer, you will serve as a key technical leader, collaborating with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to design, develop, and optimize advanced tools and fixtures that enhance manufacturing and assembly processes. In this role, you will leverage your extensive expertise to lead complex projects, drive innovation in tooling solutions, and mentor junior engineers to foster technical growth within the team. This position is ideal for experienced professionals seeking to make a strategic impact in a dynamic, fast-paced environment while contributing to the development of cutting-edge technologies.

What You Will Do

• Design tooling for all processes utilized to manufacture CMCs.
• Establish and follow best design practices for materials, dimensions, tolerances, work holding and all aspects of tooling for prototyping, low volume production and high volume production of CMC components.
• Work closely with manufacturing and engineering integrated teams to design solutions that support process development.
• Play an active role in the Integrated Product Team process for CMC turbine components.
• Support implementation of automation to improve quality and minimize process cost.
• Identify & implement shop floor process optimization, control methods, and work instructions (including specifications, engineering changes, QAD/process control, and tooling definition/requirements).
• Support comprehensive data collection and analysis as it relates to tooling.
• Establish metrics for the tooling effectiveness, cost and durability.
• Monitor outcomes to identify and implement improvement opportunities.
• Support advancement of CVI Manufacturing Readiness Level (MRL) and support hardware production for Technology Readiness Level (TRL) demonstration.
• Conduct root cause investigations as required and implement corrective actions.
• Monitor and improve OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness) through implementation of Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) practices.
• Identify, investigate and implement new technology to address business goals.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• 5+ years of Engineering experience, or 3+ years with an advanced degree.
• Proficiency with CAD tools such as NX, CATIA, Creo, or SolidWorks.
• In-depth knowledge of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing) principles, including the ability to interpret and apply complex tolerancing schemes to ensure precision and functionality in designs.
• Demonstrated experience with manufacturing processes and assembly techniques.
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience designing molds, machining fixtures, assembly fixtures, or other tooling used for composite or ceramic processing in the aerospace industry utilizing a range of materials including graphite, metal and polymers.
• At least 2 years of experience with NX solid modeling software.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing principles and process improvement tools.
• Understanding of additive manufacturing and advanced tooling technologies.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.

What We Offer

• Benefits
• Relocation Package

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.

What Is my role type?

In addition to transforming the future of flight, we are also transforming how and where we work. We’ve introduced role types to help you understand how you will operate in our blended work environment. This role is:

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 attendselect 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.