Principal Project Engineer

Date Posted:

2026-09-25



Country:

United States of America



Location:

US-CT-EAST HARTFORD-ETC ~ 400 Main St ~ BLDG ETC



Position Role Type:

Onsite



U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required.​ U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance



Security Clearance Type:

DoD Clearance: Secret



Security Clearance Status:

Active and existing security clearance required after day 1

At 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 is seeking a proactive, goal oriented, and detail focused Principal Project Engineer to lead a large and highly visible Rotors Integrated Product Team in Compression Systems Engineering.  The selected candidate will provide leadership to the Fan Module team for Advanced Military Engines.  In this role you will be responsible for program task execution.  

What You Will Do

• Coordinate and lead a team as IPTL to meet task and technical requirements; work closely with team members and authorities on component development and recommend product improvements for cost and producibility.
• Communicate status and technical content to CIPT and upper Pratt & Whitney management.
• Perform Control Account Manager duties for task: Track progress, identify and resolve obstacles to minimize disruption to project budget and schedules to ensure smooth project operations.
• Integrate and manage part-level industrial activities with procurement, manufacturing, and quality team members and the internal/external supply chain; also coordinate timely creation/release of product definition
• Perform risk assessments and develop risk mitigation plans as well as actively participate in initiatives for continuous improvement
• Travel up to 10%

Qualifications You Must Have

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or equivalent with 8+ years of relevant experience OR equivalent OR
• Advanced Degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or equivalent with 5+ years of experience
• The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required.
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Master of Science in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering.
• Demonstrated strong team and strategic leadership skills.
• Demonstrated exceptional customer focus.
• Excellent communication skills, including verbal, technical writing, and engineering presentations to all levels of management.
• Aerospace/ jet engine industry experience, previous gas turbine compressor experience and design development experience is highly desirable
• Experience with gas turbine engine rotating hardware
• Experience in a team leader role or similar task leadership position
• Working proficiency with MS Office, Teamcenter, MS Project
• Thorough understanding of continuous improvement principles (e.g. Customer Oriented Results and Excellence (CORE), Quality Control Process Charts (QCPC) Proficiency in use of program/project management tools (e.g. Systems Applications and Products (SAP), Earned Value Management System (EVMS), Teamcenter).
• Demonstration of skills consistent with the Pratt & Whitney Leadership Operating Model.
• Ability to contribute to Engineering Knowledge System (EKS) content.

What We Offer

• Relocation Eligibility

Learn More & Apply Now!

Compression Systems Engineering (CSE)

Compression Systems Engineering is responsible for the design, development, and in service support of all fans, low-pressure and high-pressure compressors for commercial and military engine models. CSE is responsible for the identification and maturation of new technologies for these products.

Technical disciplines in CSE include Project Engineering, Mechanical Design, Structural Analysis, and Product Definition.

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:

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 107,500 USD - 204,500 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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