Tooling Design Engineer - Onsite

Pratt & Whitney; Carlsbad (CA); On-site; USD 68,900 - 131,100; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits

Relocation Package

Job summary

Pratt & Whitney, a leading aerospace engine company, is seeking a Tooling Design Engineer to support the manufacturing maturation of Ceramic Matrix Composite (CMC) turbine components. You will design tooling and fixtures to enhance manufacturing and assembly, applying your engineering knowledge to ensure performance and quality across projects.

The role emphasizes collaboration with cross‑functional teams, development of tooling solutions, and adherence to design standards in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 2+ years engineering experience, or an advanced degree with no experience.
• Proficiency with CAD tools such as NX, CATIA, Creo, or SolidWorks.
• Working knowledge of GD&T principles and ability to apply tolerancing.
• Demonstrated experience with manufacturing processes and assembly techniques.
• U.S. citizenship is required for access to this program/contract.

Responsibilities

• Design tooling for processes used to manufacture CMC components.
• Establish and follow best design practices for materials, dimensions, tolerances, and tooling for prototyping, low and high volume production.
• Work with manufacturing and engineering teams to design solutions supporting process development.
• Support data collection and analysis related to tooling.
• Establish metrics for tooling effectiveness, cost and durability; monitor outcomes for improvements.
• Identify, investigate and implement new technology to meet business goals.

Skills

GD&T principles

Manufacturing processes

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

NX

CATIA

Creo

SolidWorks

Job description

Location

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

Date Posted

2026-07-22

Country

United States of America

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.

What You Will Do

As a Tooling Design Engineer, you will work closely with cross-functional teams to support the design, development, and improvement of tools and fixtures that enhance manufacturing and assembly processes. In this role, you will apply your engineering knowledge to contribute to project execution, develop effective tooling solutions, and help ensure designs meet performance and quality requirements. This position is well-suited for engineers looking to grow their technical skills in a dynamic, fast-paced environment while contributing to the development of advanced technologies.

Key Responsibilities

• 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.
• 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.
• Identify, investigate and implement new technology to address business goals.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• 2+ years of Engineering experience, or an advanced degree in a related field with no experience.
• Proficiency with CAD tools such as NX, CATIA, Creo, or SolidWorks.
• Working knowledge of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing) principles, with the ability to interpret standard tolerancing schemes and apply them appropriately to ensure accuracy 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

• 2 years of experience with NX solid modeling software.
• 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.
• 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

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 - responsibilities for this job require candidates to work onsite within the manufacturing campus

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 68,900 USD - 131,100 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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