Repair Design Engineer - Cases and Composites - P2 (Hybrid)

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. In addition to transforming the future of flight, we are also transforming how and where we work. Pratt & Whitney is laser focused on offering flexibility to our employees. We’ve introduced role types (Onsite, Hybrid, or Remote) and now list them in the job posting title so candidates know where they will operate in our blended work environment.

• Please consider the following role type definitions as you apply for this role.

• 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.
• Hybrid: Employees who are working in Hybrid roles will work regularly both onsite and offsite.
• Remote: Employees who are working in Remote roles will work primarily offsite (from home).

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.

Where the difference you make is on display every day. Just look up.

Are you ready to go beyond?

*Note: Hybrid and remote roles at many of our sites are currently working from home because of COVID-19 protocols. Candidates will learn more about role type and current site status throughout the recruiting process.

Pratt & Whitney is seeking a Repair Design Engineer (RDE) to work within the Cases & Composites  Group of the Global Services Engineering (GSE) Commercial Repair Group.  The RDE is responsible for the development of repairs for commercial gas turbine engine parts, including development of the repair concept, writing of the repair, obtaining internal approvals, obtaining FAA regulatory approval, and coordination with the end user.

Key Responsibilities:

• Participate in a multi-discipline team to establish repair design requirements and ensure repairs are safe, durable, and meet the quality requirements of the Original Engine Manufacturer (OEM) parts.
• Research operating environments and functionality of components, their interactions with mating parts, and develop strategies which will return damaged parts back to service.
• Create technical documents that provide engineering requirements for repairs.
• Interface with commercial Product Line Management (PLM) to secure priorities and understand programmatic issues.
• Support the Customer in the resolution of field supportability issues.
• Ensure repair tasks are completed to schedule and on budget.

Basic Qualifications: 

• Bachelors of Science in Engineering and 2+ years of mechanical design, manufacturing engineering or prior relevant experience.
• US Citizenship required due to government contracts.
• Work schedule: Hybrid, working alternately in-office and remotely.
• Travel up to 10%.

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Exposure to cost and schedule management or team leadership.
• Experience with manufacturing processes such as, machining, plating, plasma spray, welding or brazing.
• Experience in the use of Unigraphics/NX or similar Computer Aided Design (CAD) application .