Aftermarket Repair Process Engineer (Onsite)

Date Posted:

2026-05-27

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-MI-LANSING-PLANT 1 ~ 5640 Enterprise Dr ~ PLANT 1

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 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 AutoAir is excited to announce an opening for a Repair Process Engineer.  This role offers a unique opportunity to work in a critical business within an expanding market and industry.  The role will be responsible for day-to-day engineering support for a production cell at an FAA Repair Station.  The focus is on translating technical requirements into process plans for execution by production mechanics and resolving any technical issues with the process and hardware.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review and interpret engine manuals and other technical data to develop the methods and processes necessary for the repair and overhaul of complex aircraft engine components.
• Write process plans / work instructions for execution by production mechanics
• Plan sequences of operations, estimate time required, and create schedules
• Evaluate out of tolerance or unknown conditions on aircraft engine components
• Investigate, establish, and implement requirements for equipment, tooling, and material, including make or buy decisions and facility layout as required for new or revised products.
• Investigate and troubleshoot process issues.
• Provide technical support to operations.
• Consult with outside engineering entities when required to resolve hardware or process issues
• Coordinate multiple manufacturing and automation projects
• Provide technical support and guidance to suppliers performing repair work
• Analyze process data in support of continuous improvement

What You Will Learn:

• Composite (fiber reinforced / wet layup) repair methods and processes
• Regulatory requirements for FAA Repair Station Operations
• Aerospace Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul operations and methods

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Advanced degree and 3 years of experience in Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, Aerospace or Aftermarket industry; OR Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of relevant industry experience
• Experience in a combination of Process management / Statistical Process Control (SPC) / data analysis / analysis of variance / design of experiment / process risk analysis / PPAP / FMEA, control plans, root cause analysis (RCCA)

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Bachelor’s degree in STEM field; Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering preferred.
• Advanced knowledge and experience working with gas turbine engines particularly in an FAA Repair Station MRO environment involving the GTF family of engines
• Aerospace Maintenance Repair and Overhaul (MRO) / FAA Repair Station experience
• Experience developing repairs for composite materials
• Experience in automation and robotic applications
• Ability to interpret technical data, manufacturing drawings, and 3D models / Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerance
• Experience translating technical requirements (drawings / prints, manuals) to production-level work instructions
• Understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles, continuous improvement tools (CORE/ACE/SixSigma, QCPC and RCCA) and Kaizen workshops (Map, 5-Why, 6S, etc.)
• Experience working with Microsoft O365 suite, SAP ERP, Solumina G7/G8 MES and CAD Software Experience (NX, AutoCAD)
• Ability to communicate at all levels of the organization and motivate teams to achieve business goals

What is my Role Type?

In addition to transforming the future of flight, we are also transforming how and where we work. We’ve introduced role types to help you understand how you will operate in our blended work environment. This role is:

• Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance workers, as they are essential to the development of our engines.

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.

Learn more & apply today!

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 86,800 USD - 165,200 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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