Vanes Shop Industrial Engineer (Onsite)

Pratt & Whitney; East Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 87,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Pratt & Whitney, a global leader in aerospace, seeks an Industrial/Manufacturing Engineer to study product requirements and specify labor, equipment, tooling, and facilities to meet production needs.

You will analyze capacity, implement initiatives to boost OEE and throughput, and drive productivity improvements across manufacturing processes. Collaboration with cross-functional teams is essential for sustaining lean operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial/Manufacturing Engineering or Operations.
• 3+ years of relevant experience in manufacturing/operations.
• Experience using data analysis and visualization tools (Excel, VBA, SQL, Power BI).
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• US Citizenship is required due to government contracts.

Responsibilities

• Study product requirements and determine labor, equipment, tooling, and facility needs.
• Conduct machine capacity analyses and improve OEE, throughput, and performance.
• Develop methods to increase productivity and optimize workforce utilization.
• Lead Lean Manufacturing initiatives including Kaizen events and waste reduction.
• Identify process improvement opportunities through data analysis and benchmarking.
• Design and improve factory layouts, material flow, and safety.

Skills

Data analysis

Visualization tools

Excel

VBA

SQL

Power BI

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial/Manufacturing Engineering or Operations

Job description

Date Posted

2026-11-09

Country

United States of America

Location

US-CT-EAST HARTFORD-ETC ~ 400 Main St ~ BLDG ETC

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.

What You Will Do

• Study product requirements and determine labor, equipment, tooling, and facility requirements needed to support production demands.


• Conduct machine capacity analyses and identify, develop, and implement initiatives that improve Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), throughput, and operational performance.


• Develop methods to increase productivity, maximize manufacturing efficiency, and optimize workforce utilization.


• Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Manufacturing principles, including Kaizen events, waste reduction activities, and process optimization projects.


• Identify process improvement opportunities through data analysis, modeling, benchmarking, and operational assessments.


• Design and improve factory layouts, material flow, workstation configurations, and manufacturing processes to enhance productivity and safety.


• Develop, maintain, and improve standard work, labor standards, process documentation, and manufacturing best practices.


• Conduct studies related to productivity, capacity planning, cost reduction, inventory management, and resource utilization.


• Evaluate the impact of product design changes, schedule fluctuations, capacity constraints, and business requirements on manufacturing performance.


• Provide recommendations supporting capital investments, manufacturing technology implementation, and long-range capacity planning.


• Contribute to the development and execution of operational plans that improve manufacturing performance and support business objectives.


• Serve as a knowledgeable resource on manufacturing processes, equipment utilization, workflow design, and industrial engineering practices.


• Lead or support cross-functional projects involving Operations, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, Facilities, and Program Management.


• Drive sustainable solutions through effective project execution, stakeholder engagement, and change management.


• Mentor and share best practices with other team members while fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering or Operations with a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience.


• Experience applying industrial engineering principles within a manufacturing, production, or operations environment.


• Experience using data analysis and visualization tools such as Excel, VBA, SQL, Power BI, or similar analytical platforms.


• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.


• Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with engineers, technicians, operators, leadership, and cross-functional stakeholders.


• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic manufacturing environment.


• US Citizenship is required due to government contracts.

Qualifications we Prefer

• Experience in aerospace, high-volume manufacturing, precision machining, assembly, or other complex manufacturing environments.


• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Value Stream Mapping, Theory of Constraints, or other continuous improvement methodologies.


• Experience with capacity planning, factory modeling, labor analysis, and production system optimization.


• Understanding of capital acquisition processes and manufacturing technology implementation.


• Experience leading improvement initiatives with measurable operational results.


• Demonstrated ability to influence stakeholders, drive change, and execute projects across functional organizations.

Please ensure the role type defined below is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role. 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.

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.

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.