Senior Technical Fellow - Coatings

Senior Technical Fellow – CoatingsPratt & 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.P&W is seeking an exceptional candidate to fill the role of Senior Technical Fellow – Coatings, reporting to the Vice President, Manufacturing & Industrial Engineering.These coating processes include the four major categories of diffusion, vapor deposition, thermal spray, and low temperature coating. Specifically, the most critical processes include Air & Vacuum Plasma Spray and Physical Vapor Deposition.What You Will Do:Lead resolution of systemic quality and production issues related to coatings (including preparation and finishing processes) across internal and external supply chain sites.Establish performance benchmarks and standardization to achieve best-in-class in coating processesLead Coating Process CouncilOwn the Coating technology roadmap & Parent/Child PFMEA'sDevelop employee proficiency levels, training and mentorship for the sub-disciplineContribute to and review the technical specifications for future capital acquisitionsBe the key change agent, reviewer and approver for coating procedures and standard workEnsure best practices are captured and shared across producersSupport patent review teams as neededConnecticut work location preferred. 20-30% travelQualifications You Must Have:Bachelor's degree in aerospace, mechanical, or related engineering field20+ years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree with 15+ years of relevant experienceExperience in the aviation, turbomachinery and/or gas turbine industriesExcellent communication skills, including 1-on-1, group presentations, and written communicationsU.S. citizen is required as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under certain programs/contractsQualifications We Prefer:Experience with manufacturing standards and procedure ownershipExperience in developing and guiding high-performing teams.Experience mentoring high potential candidatesIndustry level recognition of expertiseActive security clearanceAbility to obtain US security clearance