Commercial Composites Manager (Onsite)

Date Posted: 2026-08-03 Country: United States of America Location: US-CT-MIDDLETOWN-140 ~ Aircraft Rd ~ BLDG 140 Position Role Type: Onsite U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: This job requires a U.S. Person. A U.S. Person is a lawful permanent resident as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) or who is a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, U.S. permanent residents, or individuals granted refugee or asylee status in the U.S. are considered U.S. persons. For a complete definition of “U.S. Person” go here. https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-22/chapter-I/subchapter-M/part-120/subpart-C/section-120.62 Security Clearance Type: None/Not Required Security Clearance Status: Not Required 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’s Compression Systems Engineering (CSE) is seeking a Commercial Composites Manager, supporting all commercial engine programs, including Mature Commercial Engines (MCE), Geared Turbofan (GTF), and Advanced Engine Programs (AEP). In this role, you will lead a multi-tier, multi-disciplinary team of composites engineers supporting delivery, producibility and technology development of Pratt and Whitney's commercial hardware as well as providing technical leadership and staff planning to ensure program delivery milestones are met.  You will lead and develop staff while ensuring your team’s adherence to P&W’s quality and engineering procedures.  You will integrate with CIPT, including Quality, Operations, suppliers and other engineering disciplines to ensure technical requirements are met. What You Will Do Ensure engineering team is fully engaged, supporting delivery, producibility and technology development metrics, and technical issues are resolved in a timely manner. Strong communication within CIPT’s to align staffing needs with program objectives and provide part family technical leadership and planning, including collaboration across CSE sites. Driving and nurturing improvements in quality and delivery performance in support of program requirements. Engaging internal and external hardware suppliers to investigate quality or delivery issues and develop robust improvement plans. Mentorship of staff on individual development programs and goals, including training and development tasks to raise overall discipline health within the organization. Guiding and supporting overall organizational goals identified in Policy Deployment. Qualifications You Must Have  Bachelor of Science in Engineering and 12+ years of engineering experience OR Advanced degree in Engineering and 10+ years of engineering experience U.S. Person or eligible to obtain necessary export authorizations required. Qualifications We Prefer Degree in Mechanical, Materials, or Aerospace Engineering Composite Finite Element Analysis (FEA) – Laminated shell modeling, solid modeling, and/or ply-by-ply solid modeling Composite Design – Experience with Composite Manufacturing techniques, such as Resin Transfer Molding, Compression Molding, Injection Molding, and/or Autoclave Molding Composite Hardware Validation – Allowables generation, test methods, instrumentation Composite Hardware Manufacturing – Available methods and current state of the art, engagement with PW suppliers Prior experience as design or structures lead of composite hardware Prior leadership experience with the proven ability to lead a multitude of cross-functional teams to achieve results. Ability to craft clear communication and develop meaningful relationships. 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. 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 157,200 USD - 298,800 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 benefi