PW715: Asheville Site W Asheville Greenfield Site TBD , Asheville, NC, 28803 USA
Position Role Type:
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 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?
Job Summary
As an Engineering Source Approvals (ESA) Engineer, you will be responsible for reviewing and approving a range of processes utilized in the manufacture of engine hardware as well as the repair of aftermarket hardware (RSA) including: coatings, chemical processes and surface enhancement. This position will focus primarily on approval of coatings (e.g. plasma spray and HVOF, EB-PVD, CatArc, diffusion and plating) and related processing (e.g. cleaning, grit blasting, chemical and mechanical stripping). Other repair processes may include welding and brazing, adhesive bonding, machining, and surfaces treatments, such as shot peening.
Key Responsibilities:
Review and qualification of supplier manufacturing processes for both commercial and military hardware to ensure that they meet design intent
Review and qualification of supplier repair processes for both commercial and military hardware to ensure that they meet the requirements of DER-approved technical data
Will address various material and processing needs and assessments, as well as evaluate gas turbine engine hardware and materials
Review of detailed process-specific operation sheets, process monitoring, non-destructive evaluation, destructive metallurgical testing and evaluation of engine hardware, pilot testing of chemical processes, and material property analysis
Document and analyze data/results to substantiate qualification of processes, prepare reports, and generate standard work
Ensure compliance with design and quality requirements
Travel required, may be up to 40%
Additional work locations may be considered (North Berwick, ME, Dallas,TX, other)
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor of Science in Engineering or a similar technical field
8+ years of experience in design, manufacturing, materials engineering and / or quality associated with coatings and related processing; experience in surface finishing, bearing manufacturing/refurbishment, joining, chemical processing, and adhesive bonding will also be considered
US citizenship required due to government contracts
Preferred Qualifications:
A Bachelor of Science in Materials, Mechanical, Chemical, or Aerospace Engineering is preferred
A Master’s of Science in Engineering is a plus, as is green belt and/or black belt certification and training
Prior engine hardware design, manufacturing or aftermarket experience is a plus
Knowledge of Pratt & Whitney design and quality systems is desired
Additional Details:
Must be a U.S. Citizen. This position may require access to systems/tools that are restricted to individuals who possess US citizenship
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:
Hybrid: Employees who are working in Hybrid roles will work regularly both onsite and offsite. This means that responsibilities of the job need to be performed onsite on a regular basis.
The salary range for this role is 96,000 USD - 200,000 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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Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Engineering and Information Technology
Industries
Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing
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