Applications Engineer - Model Based Manufacturing

Date Posted:

2026-07-16



Country:

United States of America



Location:

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



Position Role Type:

Hybrid



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.

What You Will Do:

Pratt & Whitney is seeking an Applications Engineering professional to support the deployment of Model Based Manufacturing and Inspection (MB-DMI) across our manufacturing sites. Reporting to the Manager of Model Based Deployment within the Operational Excellence organization, this role will help drive Pratt & Whitney's transition to a Model Based Enterprise by implementing digital manufacturing technologies and standardized processes.

Working closely with site subject matter experts (SMEs), you will assess equipment readiness, support implementation of Model Based Manufacturing and Inspection solutions, and collaborate with capability owners to develop future enhancements that improve manufacturing efficiency and process quality.

MB-DMI enables the use of enhanced 3D models to support manufacturing processes including NC programming, tool design, work instruction authoring, inspection programming, first article inspection, process capability analysis, physics-based modeling, and Material Review Board (MRB) activities.

Travel: Approximately 10–20%.

Key Responsibilities:

• Partner with manufacturing sites and deployment teams to assess equipment readiness for Model Based Enterprise implementation.
• Collaborate with site SMEs to develop and implement Model Based Manufacturing and Inspection processes and best practices.
• Coordinate with capability owners to prioritize solution development and support deployment schedules.
• Provide customer feedback to improve the quality of Model Based Definition technical data packages.
• Apply CORE continuous improvement tools to optimize business processes.
• Develop standardized deployment procedures and site readiness playbooks.
• Support deployment readiness planning and business alignment through deployment passports.

Technical Skills:

• Experience with Teamcenter, NX, CAM, and CMM programming.
• Familiarity with MES systems (such as Solumina) and ERP systems (SAP).
• Knowledge of ASME Y14.5-1994 and ASME Y14.5-2018 GD&T standards.
• Understanding of Model Based Manufacturing within a production environment.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Bachelor's degree (or equivalent experience) with 8+ years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree with 5+ years of related experience.
• Strong leadership, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Self-motivated with the ability to manage multiple priorities, overcome obstacles, and drive projects to completion.
• Proven ability to work cross-functionally with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Digital Technologies, suppliers, and other stakeholders.

Qualifications We Value:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or another technical discipline.
• 7+ years of experience in Manufacturing Engineering, Operations, Engineering Design, Supply Chain, Quality, Project Management, or a related field.
• Experience with programming, automation, NC programming, or Computer-Aided Inspection (CAI).

• 7+ years using CAD, CAM, CAI, or similar engineering software.
• Experience with Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) systems, including Teamcenter.
• Experience creating CAD models, Bills of Material, and managing product lifecycle data.
• NC programming experience.
• Knowledge of complex manufacturing processes, routings, and bills of process.
• Experience managing manufacturing deviations and process changes.
• Strong organizational and priority management skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365, JIRA, Smartsheet, and similar productivity tools.

What We Offer

• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance 

• Short-term disability, long-term disability and parental leave 

• 401(k) match 

• Flexible spending accounts 

• Employee assistance program 

• Employee Scholar Program (No waiting period!) 

• Paid time off including: 3 weeks of vacation, 5 personal sick days, 3 unpaid days for unique situations at supervisor discretion, and 12 paid government holidays

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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