Senior Project Lead (Onsite)

Date Posted: 2026-09-25 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: U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract. 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 is seeking a highly motivated and experienced engineer for a Senior Project Engineer position within our Mechanical Systems, Externals and Nacelles (MSEN) organization, supporting our GTF (Geared Turbofan) Externals Component Integrated Product Teams (CIPTs). In this role, you will have part-level ownership of CIPT task planning and execution, ensuring component goals are achieved in accordance with program requirements. You will have direct interface opportunities with engineering and program management, suppliers, and customers. The successful candidate will be customer-focused, technically proficient, and able to effectively lead and communicate across functions to meet the demands of Next Generation Programs Family (NGPF) engine programs. What You Will Do: Own part-level execution within the Externals CIPT, including task planning, communication, risk management, and execution to program requirements. Lead the identification, mitigation, and closure of key technical risks and issues to support component objectives. Prepare for and participate in technical and program reviews, ensuring technical content, actions, and metrics are effectively communicated. Monitor and support Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) budget, schedule, technical performance, and business metrics to achieve program commitments. Interface with customers, suppliers, System Integrated Product Teams (SIPTs), Integrated Program Management Teams (IPMTs), engineering and program management, and senior leadership through technical discussions and presentations. Provide technical support for validation engine builds and engine test activities. Travel Requirement: Up to 10% (Domestic and International). What You Will Learn: Experience leading part-level execution within a Component Integrated Product Team. Exposure to GTF/NGPF engine development, validation, and testing. Experience working directly with customers, suppliers, program leadership, and engineering management. Strengthen technical risk, schedule, cost, and program management skills through execution of complex engine programs. Opportunities to strengthen leadership, presentation, and cross-functional influence skills. Qualifications You Must Have: Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and 5 years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree and 3 years of relevant experience. Relevant experience in engineering, aerospace, aviation, manufacturing, or a related technical industry. Qualifications We Prefer: Degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering with aerospace and/or turbofan engine industry experience. Experience across product lifecycle activities, including design, manufacturing, development, validation, entry into service, and/or field service support. Demonstrated ability to lead, influence, and coordinate across cross-functional teams, including experience managing technical risks, schedules, budgets, and strategic projects. Strong customer- and supplier-facing communication skills, with the ability to present technical information and simplify complex topics; willingness to mentor and provide technical guidance to junior engineers. Experience with continuous improvement methodologies such as Lean, CORE, ACE, or Six Sigma, and/or project management tools and systems such as Microsoft Office, Solumina, SAP, Teamcenter, or Agile frameworks; PMP certification preferred. What We Offer: Eligible for Relocation. Learn More & Apply Now! Department / Segment Overview: 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 pro