Senior Mechanical Engineer, Production Support (Onsite)

Date Posted:
2026-01-27
Country:
United States of America
Location:
US-CT-MIDDLETOWN-220A ~ Aircraft Rd ~ BLDG 220A
Position Role Type:
Onsite
U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:
Security Clearance Type:
None/Not Required
Security Clearance Status:
Not Required

Are you ready to take your engineering expertise to the next level with a leader in aerospace innovation? Collins Aerospace Pratt & Whitney Engine Systems (PWES) Engineering Partnership Office (EPO) is seeking a highly motivated Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our dynamic team at the Pratt & Whitney Middletown, CT Engine Center. This is a unique and exciting opportunity to play a key role in bridging two important divisions within RTX, with the potential to make a significant impact on both Commercial and Military Engine programs.

As a Senior Mechanical Engineer, you will be at the forefront of critical technical support, playing a vital role in the integration of Collins hardware on Pratt & Whitney Engines across global Engine Centers. This customer-facing position offers the chance to engage directly with production, test, and development teams, addressing complex technical concerns across all Collins Engine Control Systems (ECS) product lines.

Collins Engine Center Support Engineers are the first responders to evaluate failures or product quality issues, define the scope, and drive solutions using data-driven decision-making and CORE process improvement techniques. This role is based on site at the Middletown, CT Engine Center, with potential collaboration with Collins Program Leadership in Windsor Locks, CT.

What You Will Do

• Represent as on-site engineering focal for Collins Aerospace component issues, hardware investigations or general inquiries at the Middletown (CT, USA) Engine Center.
• Direct support activities for Power & Controls - Engine Control Systems (ECS) components as the engines process through production, test and final customer selloff at the Product Delivery Centers (PDCs).
• Provide substantiated technical evaluations and disposition for defective components, drawing from both Collins and Pratt & Whitney blueprint requirements and production and field limits.
• Initiate quality/engineering improvement activities across multiple programs including GTF (PW1100 and Advantage), F135, F100, 4000 Tanker and V2500 programs.
• Offer technical recommendations for Collins hardware within the Material Review Board (MRB) process throughout the worldwide Engine Center network.
• Support urgent F135 program requests across both West Palm Beach and Middletown Engine Centers as critical issues arises.
• Drive critical investigation actions during high visibility events such as Product Recall efforts and stop delivery orders.
• Use RTX CORE Methods and Tools to drive comprehensive investigations into product non-quality events and support Root Cause & Corrective Action (RCCA) as needed.
• Tactfully represent the Collins Engineering Partnership Office and provide routine status updates to Winsor Locks, CT Program Office and Chief Engineers Office as applicable.
• Facilitate the monthly creation and reporting of component removal trends and quality issues to provide to the IPT Team across multiple functions.
• Create standard work for the onsite engineering representative roles at customer locations.
• Research Supplier Specs and Industry Standards to approve or substantiate rework or repair of hardware.
• Serve as a professional mentor to early career engineers and talent swap rotational employees on the team.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience or in absence of a degree, 9 years of relevant experience

Qualifications We Prefer

• Working knowledge in SAP P10.
• Comprehensive knowledge of component and engine level build and test activities is a plus.
• Proven ability to meet customer expectations for responsiveness.
• Experience working in the aerospace industry with Collins Aerospace or Pratt & Whitney.
• Experience applying Project, Program and Risk Management skills.
• Experience using strong work ethic, interpersonal skills, written and verbal communication skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Experience managing competing priorities and delivering successful outcomes in critical situations.
• Experience using organizational skills to track multiple customers and their broad range of needs.

What We Offer

Benefits

Some of our competitive benefits package includes:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees

Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option

Tuition reimbursement program

Student Loan Repayment Program

Life insurance and disability coverage

Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection

Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits

Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning

Adoption Assistance

Autism Benefit

Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions

Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program

Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits

Bright Horizons, child and elder care services

Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program

And more!

Learn More & Apply Now!

We make modern flight possible for millions of travelers and our military every second. Our major product lines are on-board virtually every aircraft flying. Be it keeping passengers safe with our emergency power generation systems or creating a positive in flight experience through reliable cabin pressure controls and quieter engines, Power & Controls focuses on delivering a best-in-class experience to our customers. We hire the top people in the industry. Their ideas drive our performance, and their integrity keeps our customers happy. Join us as we take flight!

*Please ensure the role type (defined below) is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role.

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.

At Collins, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibility. And the bonds we form - with our customers and with each other -- propel us all higher, again and again.

Apply now and be part of the team that's redefining aerospace, every day.

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. 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.

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