Senior Project Engineer (Onsite)

Senior Project Engineer – Mechanical Systems, Externals, and Nacelles (MSEN)

Pratt & Whitney is a world leader in the design, manufacture and service of aircraft engines and auxiliary power systems. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

What You Will Do

• Lead cross‑functional engineering projects by managing scope, schedule, budget, and deliverables to achieve program milestones on time and within budget.
• Prepare and present technical and program status updates to CIPT and Pratt & Whitney leadership, clearly communicating progress, risks, and required actions.
• Lead engineering change execution, risk assessments, and mitigation planning to reduce cost, schedule, and technical exposure across the project lifecycle.
• Analyze performance data to identify issues, develop solutions, and optimize efficiency while ensuring minimal disruption to project operations.
• Support proposal efforts by developing accurate BOEs and preparing Earned Value Management (EVM) reports for tasks requiring EVMS compliance.
• Travel requirement: 5% domestic.

What You Will Learn

• Lead complex engineering programs supporting next‑generation aerospace technologies.
• Develop expertise in aerospace program execution, engineering change management, and Earned Value Management (EVM).
• Build cross‑functional leadership skills through collaboration with engineering, operations, supply chain, finance, and program management teams.
• Gain exposure to executive‑level program reviews and strategic business decision‑making.
• Expand technical and project leadership capabilities within a global aerospace organization.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering and 5 years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree and 3 years of relevant experience.
• Relevant experience within aerospace, aviation, manufacturing, military, or logistics industries leading complex engineering projects or cross‑functional technical teams managing technical risks, engineering execution, or product development activities.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Proven leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Results‑oriented ability to drive tasks through to successful completion.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Teamcenter, SAP, Microsoft Project, or other project management software.
• Demonstrated sound judgment, professionalism, and business maturity.
• Strong organizational, problem‑solving, and cross‑functional collaboration skills.

Salary range: $86,800 – $165,200 USD. Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits including 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. Benefits details depend on the specific business unit and collective‑bargaining agreement.

Hired applicants may also be eligible for annual short‑term and/or long‑term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and collective‑bargaining agreement. Payments are not guaranteed and depend on individual performance, business unit performance, and company performance.

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.