Principal Product Definition Engineer (Onsite)

Date Posted:

2026-05-20

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: Confidential

Security Clearance Status:

Active and existing security clearance required after day 1

At RTX, the world 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.

Join Pratt & Whitney as a Principal Product Definition Engineer. In this senior technical role within our Mechanical Systems, Externals, & Nacelles (MSEN) organization, you will drive high-quality design documentation, modeling standards, and digital thread integration for advanced engine programs.

What You Will Do:

• Perform Product Definition (checking) of engineering product definition per part family Product Definition ESW (Engineering Standard Work) standards and design intent; Ensure accurate part interrelationships through tolerance and geometric studies.
• Collaborate with Mechanical System Engineer(s) to develop MSEN Engine parts. (Ex/ Bearing Housing & Supports/Bearing Compartment Hardware, Carbon Seals, Castings, Oil Tanks, and Gears).
• Verify the complete accuracy of parametric 3D Siemens NX models and definitions. Definition could be 2D associative drawing definition or Model Based Definition (MBD); Review parametric 3D models and other definition files to Design intent and Product Definition standard work using the UGS NX graphics software review model/print files (using the UGS NX graphics software) meeting Product Definition standard work which includes the application of tolerancing techniques per part family Engineering Standard Work while considering producibility and design intent.
• Participate in IPTs (Integrated Product Teams) as Product Definition delegate, and Team focal for CIPT (Component Integrated Product Team) coordination and communications.
• Prepare/Maintain various product-related Teamcenter/NX Manager data in support of Pratt & Whitney Class I and II Engineering activities.
• Lead a team of Product Definition practitioners, and Act as mentor/coach and provide training to lower-level Product Definition practitioners.
• Estimate and coordinate task resource allocations, including Outsource resources; Estimate manpower and schedules for Product Definition deliverables. Including creating and managing statements of work to support outsourcing requirements.
• Travel Requirement: 10% (Domestic).

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and 8 years of relevant experience, or an Advanced degree and 5 years of relevant experience, or an Associate’s degree with 10 years of relevant experience. Relevant experience includes drafting and product definition work, as well as applied ASME Y14.5 Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) expertise.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Strong skills in NX and Teamcenter tools and processes.
• Experience in Model-Based Definition.
• Active or transferable U.S. government-issued security clearance.

Learn More & Apply Now!

Mechanical Systems, Externals, & Nacelles (MSEN): The MSEN Engineering organization is responsible for the design, development, and in-service support of power transmission systems, bearing compartment and rotor support design and analysis, oil and thermal management systems, engine externals packaging and architecture, as well as nacelles for commercial and military engine models. Technical disciplines include Project Engineering, Mechanical Design, Structural Analysis, Product Definition, System Modeling, Mechanical Design analysis for bearings, gears, and seals, and fluid-thermal modeling of associated components and systems.

Please 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 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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