Geared Turbo Fan Powerplant Engineer (Onsite)

Date Posted:

2024-02-13

Country:

United States of America

Location:

PW103: Columbus GA 8801 Macon Road, PO Box 9903, Columbus, GA, 31908 USA

Position Role Type:

Onsite

Pratt & Whitney is working to once again transform the future of flight—designing, building and servicing engines unlike any the world has ever seen. And because transformation begins from within, we’re seeking the people to drive it. So, calling all curious. 

Come ready to explore and you’ll find a place where your talent takes flight—beyond the borders of title, a country or your comfort zone. Bring your passion and commitment and we’ll welcome you into a tight-knit team that takes our mission personally. Channel your drive to make a difference into shaping an organization and an industry that’s evolving fast to the future.

Innovation through diversity of thought. At Pratt & Whitney, we believe diversity of thought enables creativity, innovation, and a foundation for inclusion. By fostering an inclusive culture, we accept a shared accountability and responsibility to recognize, sponsor, coach, hire and promote talent equally. We welcome our employees to be their whole - best - selves at work because trust, respect and integrity, are a part of our DNA.

At Pratt & Whitney, the difference you make is on display every day. Just look up. Are you ready to go beyond?

The Powerplant Engineer provides Engineering support to the Operations and Customer Service Departments for the assembly/disassembly/repair of Geared Turbo Fan (GTF) commercial engines.  Tasks within the operations Engineering support include authoring aircraft engine repair work scopes and performing a technical advisory role in the dis-assembly, repair, assembly, and testing of the GTF product line. A Powerplant Engineer is the primary Engineering interface to the End-User/Customer and works closely with the Customer Service Managers to ensure all technical issues are resolved during a shop visit.  The Powerplant Engineer will also support other functions within the Engine Center to include Materials, Quality, and Customer Management when routine technical questions and issues that may arise in the day to day function of the Engine Center.  

Key Requirements:  

1. Receive and understand the Special Maintenance Instructions (SMI) document for each shop visit assigned.  

2. Work with Process/Production Engineers in executing work scopes and work instructions for engine repairs. (Service Bulletins, advisories, performance requirements and modification requirements)  

3. Do appropriate research, supporting and advising other functional areas regarding technical issues related to quality, operations processes, materials and customer support.

4. Seek opportunities to reduce costs and increase quality and efficiency through the use of new materials, processes or technology.  

5. Demonstrate commitment to the EH&S and continuous improvement programs by complying with all policies and procedures, completing all required training, and supporting all applicable committee activities. 

6. Manage the Shop Visit to ensure all Gate requirements are met in accordance with the Operations Network cadence. 

7. Ensure each shop visit workscope is generated in accordance with applicable Engine Maintenance Plan (EMP) / Customized Engine Maintenance Plan (CEMP) documents

8. Participate in failure investigations and Problem resolution boards. 

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or other STEM field of study and 5+ years experience in a manufacturing engineering in aerospace or other manufacturing environment ; or Master's Degree in Engineering and 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing engineering in aerospace or other manufacturing environment

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

Preferred Qualifications: 

• 2yrs experience in systems engineering or validation/development testing 

• Experience in jet engine assembly/disassembly/test either at an OEM or MRO site 

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 workers, as they are essential to the development of our engines.

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.

Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship now or in the future. RTX Corporate will not offer sponsorship for this position.

The salary range for this role is 77,000 USD - 163,000 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/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.

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