Sr. Design Engineer ( 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.

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 tightknit 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?

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF JOB

Designs major components or major portions of functional systems, technically advanced prototypes, and specific products using computer design and engineering systems. Develops or improves products and facilitates manufacturing operations. Develops data and makes parametric models, layouts, sketches, and notes for design proposals. Investigates pertinent design factors such as ease of manufacture, availability of materials and equipment, interchangeability, replace ability, strength-weight efficiency, and contractual specification requirements and cost. Designs, develops and tests metallic or non-metallic structures or materials and their related fabrication processes for use in engineering designs.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

JOB ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

MAJOR AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITIES OR TASKS

• Designs major components or major portions of functional systems, technically advanced prototypes, and specific products using computer design and engineering systems.
• Investigates pertinent design factors such as ease of manufacture, availability of materials and equipment, interchangeability, replaceability, strength-weight efficiency, and contractual specifications for requirements and cost.
• Provide analytical support through all design phase, production manufacturing and field support services
• Lead design engineer for engineering changes that lead to new hardware design, testing and production
• Lead design engineer for investigation of engine field incidents leading to root cause and corrective action
• Lead engineer in the development of serviceable and repairable limits for engine part wear   
• Leads producibility improvement investigations at various vendors.
• Perform engineering first piece reviews remotely and at vendor locations.
• Leads the creation of safety risk analysis and develop risk mitigation plans.
• Present and communicate results to customers and program management
• Analysis and disposition of quality non-conformances (QNs) for new parts, and supplier requests for information (SRI’s)
• Participate as a design discipline lead in cross-discipline integrated product teams to provide design solutions that balance performance, cost, schedule, and quality requirements.
• Develop and incorporate new ways to advance technology and improve processes as an individual and as a team contributor. Embrace a continuous improvement philosophy
• Ability to write clear documentation, as well as to create and provide impactful, persuasive technical presentations to IPT, CIPT and customers
• Develop and sustain a healthy work relationship based on mutual trust with pears, internal and external customers where significant interaction is expected

OTHER MAJOR AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITIES OR TASKS:

• Attend and have participation in group meetings, teleconferences and/or training required.
• Actively participate in initiatives for continuous improvement
• Based on business needs, the incumbent may be required to support other duties/functions within the company.
• Support design community initiatives

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering
• 5+ years of prior relevant experience or 3 + years of experience
• English fluency (verbal and written)
• US Citizenship due to government contracts
• Experience with Microsoft Office applications
• 3D/CAD modeling experience

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering
• Experience working in the Aerospace Industry
• Experience with Microsoft Office applications
• Strong mechanical aptitude to understand the interactions of complex assemblies and how to translate those interactions into sound analytical assumptions
• Previous gas turbine experience
• Strong communication, interpersonal, time management and organizational skills
• Team oriented and cultural awareness
• Experience with software and programing languages. MS Office, MS Excel, NX, Teamcenter and SAP
• The ability to craft clear communication and build positive relationships
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Excellent at promoting teamwork

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Travel up to 10%
• Work schedule: Hybrid, working alternately in-office and remotely

Raytheon Technologies 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.