Manufacturing Tooling Engineer (Onsite)

Manufacturing Tooling Engineer

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.

What You Will Do: The Manufacturing Tooling Engineer will design and generate new tooling solutions from scratch, including but not limited to:

• Forge dies
• Forge press tooling
• Heat treat tooling
• Tools to aid maintenance team efforts
• Equipment upgrade tooling, brackets, hardware

Manage forge dies, including maintenance, updates, and upgrades to forge die prints

Develop heat treat survey thermocouple prints to support production and improvement projects

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify tooling needs, improve efficiency, and drive production improvements

Conduct tooling inspections, troubleshoot issues, and guide necessary repairs

Actively participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance tooling processes and reduce waste / equipment downtime

Stay informed about industry trends, materials, and new technologies to drive innovation and performance

Document tooling designs, processes, and inventory management systems to maintain clear and accurate records

Oversee and manage die material inventory, ensuring accurate forecasting and timely ordering of materials

What You Will Learn:

• Advanced manufacturing and forging techniques used in aerospace and defense industries
• Strategies for optimizing tooling processes to improve operational efficiency and product quality
• Best practices for managing and forecasting die material inventory in a fast-paced production environment
• Cross-functional collaboration skills to effectively coordinate with engineering, production, and maintenance teams
• Exposure to state-of-the-art tooling design software and technologies.
• Problem-solving approaches to address design challenges and improve tooling reliability
• Insights into Lean Manufacturing principles and Six Sigma methodologies, if applicable

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in Engineering and minimum 2 years of experience in tooling design, management, or a related role
• Demonstrated proficiency in communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams
• Proficiency in CAD software for tooling design (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or equivalent)
• Demonstrated proficiency managing multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Degree in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering
• Experience in an aerospace or defense manufacturing environment
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing principles and Six Sigma methodologies
• Experience working with ERP systems for inventory and materials management
• Advanced expertise in tooling inspection, troubleshooting, and repairs
• Demonstrated ability to lead or contribute to continuous improvement projects

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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.

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 68,900 USD - 131,100 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.