Date Posted:2026-08-26 Country:United States of America Location:US-NC-ASHEVILLE-330 ~ 330 Pratt Whitney Blvd ~ PRATT WHITNEY Position Role Type:Onsite U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access certain necessary systems. Security Clearance Type: None/Not Required Security Clearance Status: Not RequiredAt RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world. Pratt & Whitney is a world leader in the design, manufacture and service of aircraft engines and auxiliary power systems and has been revolutionizing modern flight for over 100 years. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.Pratt & Whitney (P&W) is seeking a detail oriented, goal focused individual to be a Product Manufacturing Engineer working on the New Product Introduction (NPI) team for Hot Section Module Center (HSMC), located onsite in Asheville, North Carolina. In this role the selected individual will be responsible for full value stream manufacturing part ownership for Turbine Airfoil Vanes through the life cycle of new programs, ensuring the progression of Process Development, Development Hardware Fabrication, Manufacturing Readiness Level (MRL), Production Rate Readiness (PRR), Advanced Part Quality Planning (APQP), and First Article Inspection. The selected candidates will have the opportunity to work in a fast pace and dynamic manufacturing environment on the next generation of development programs.What You Will Do:Provide manufacturing producibility feedback of new designs as a member of the Integrated Product Team (IPT) with engineering.Coordinate with supporting process MEs to ensure a balanced and health value stream.Ensure the advancement of MRL and APQP activities through risk identification and closure plan execution.Drive targeted manufacturing process improvement/optimization activities.Utilize the Agile framework for managing and prioritizing tasks.Create and manage schedules ensuring on time delivery of development and FAI hardware.Integrate with Quality, Operations, and Suppliers to ensure schedule needs are planned and executed.Communicate task status in a highly visible environment concisely and clearly.Up to 10% domestic travel may be required.Qualifications You Must Have:Bachelor’s degree in engineering / industrial management or other related Bachelors’ degree5+ years operations or engineering experience3+ years’ experience with an advanced degreeExperience and knowledge of machining and coating manufacturing processesStrong project management skillsUS Citizenship required due to requirement to obtain and maintain secret clearanceQualifications We Prefer:Previous operations management experiencePrevious airfoil manufacturing experienceAgile project management and JIRA experienceSix Sigma certificationsPlease ensure the role type defined below is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role. This position is classified as:Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.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.As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.The salary range for this role is 86,800 USD - 165,200 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 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. 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