Engineering Manager, Ground Test (Onsite)

Date Posted:

2026-04-29

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 Ground Test Engineering Manager.  This role offers a unique opportunity to work in a specialized field within engine design and operations.  P&W AutoAir’s Ground Test Division designs, manufactures and services test equipment to support development and aftermarket engine programs for all three major engine manufacturers. 

As a Ground Test Engineering Manager, you will be responsible for leading a team of Design, Structural, and Manufacturing engineers through the complete product lifecycle of an assembly.  This includes decomposing customer requirements, quoting, design development, customer approval, manufacturing, repair development, and servicing.   These designs will encompass the final assembly, all subcomponents and any support equipment necessary for the storage and handling of the assembly. 

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a team of Employee and Contract Engineers in the design, development, production, and field issue resolution of complex aerospace engine ground testing equipment.

• Oversee the design, analysis, and evaluation of project assemblies using sound engineering principles and adhering to industry standards, practices, procedures, and product / program requirements.

• Oversee manufacturing process development and ensure the manufacturability of component designs, documenting and presenting results to management and external customers.  Assist shop floor personnel when needed.

• Lead Root Cause and Corrective Action investigations into nonconforming hardware caused by the production process or customer operations.

• Support vendor management through reviews of quotes and requests for modifications of technical requirements.

• Contribute to Cost of Poor-Quality efforts, challenge existing processes, and drive improvements.

• Manage the relationship with external design authorities for our products.  Engagements include design changes for process improvements or obsolescence, approval for one time repairs, resolution of fleetwide quality issues

• Ensure compliance with established engineering methodologies

• Use sound engineering judgment, technical expertise, and data analysis to make decisions or solve moderately complex tasks or problems.

• Support program management by developing an engineering project plan, establishing work packages, milestones, objectives.

• Communicate and make technical presentations to internal and external customers.

• Mentor the engineering team

Qualifications You Must Have

• Advanced degree and 7+ years of experience in Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, Aerospace or Aftermarket industry; OR Bachelor’s degree and 10+ years of relevant industry experience

• 2+ years of management experience leading, mentoring, coaching, and developing team

• 5+ years of experience with mechanical design and composite (machining, joints, fasteners, welding) in relevant industry positions (aerospace, defense, automotive or similar)

Qualifications We Prefer

• Bachelor’s degree in STEM field; Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering preferred.

• Experience in advanced Composite and Bonded Structures design and manufacturing (ie. Organic/Polymer Matrix Composites, Fiber Reinforcement, Manufacturing methods, Adhesives, Surface Preparation, etc.)

• Experience with fiber-reinforced polymer composites, specifically: fiberglass, aramid, and/or carbon prepreg and wet layup (especially epoxy resin systems)

• Familiarity with Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) techniques, such as ultrasonic testing, eddy current, FPI, camera optics, X-ray and others used in aerospace.

• Experience with design for manufacturing & assembly, product development, make/buy analysis, manufacturing cost, and configuration management

• Experience using MS Office Suite, SAP ERP, Solumina MES, and Computer Aided Design Software experience: Creo / Windchill (Preferred) or NX / FiberSIM / TeamCenter

• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage projects effectively. PMP certification preferred.

• Understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles, and continuous improvement tools (CORE/ACE/SixSigma, QCPC and RCCA).

• Excellent presentation, with ability to effectively communicate with all levels of management, shop personnel and customers.

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 now!

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 132,400 USD - 251,600 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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