Date Posted:
2026-06-26Country:
United States of America
Location:
US-NC-ASHEVILLE-330 ~ 330 Pratt Whitney Blvd ~ PRATT WHITNEY
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 RequiredAt 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.
What You Will Do:
Pratt & Whitney Hot Section Engineering (HSE) team is looking for an experienced and highly motivated Integrated Product Team Leader (IPT Leader) to support GTF Turbine Airfoils that are produced at the Asheville (AVL) manufacturing facility.
This new position for AVL on-site IPT Leader will be responsible for part-level ownership, task planning, and execution to ensure the IPT achieves goals for the Component Integrated Product Team (CIPT). The IPT has responsibility for the entire life cycle of the parts and as such the IPT Leader will be engaged in activities ranging from validation testing to Engineering Changes, from production delivery support to field support and investigations.
- Provide project management and leadership to the Integrated Product Team (IPT) that includes design, structural, durability, aero, materials and manufacturing engineers.
- In this role, you will effectively lead a diverse team of individuals / disciplines to meet requirements and achieve goals.
- Ensure the IPT makes timely decisions necessary to achieve goals
- Lead the IPT through successful technical and program reviews, including the management and closure of key technical risks and issues
- Lead the IPT to be fully aligned with RLPM which includes consistent integration of production support members of the IPT
- Plan and manage IPT budgets, schedule, and technical metrics to requirements in collaboration with the CIPT
- Be accountable to CIPT for part level ownership, including communication, risk management, and execution to program requirements.
- Participate with the CIPT in communicating to engineering (HSE & SIPT) and program (MIPT & IPMT) management
- ~ 10% travel
Qualifications You Must Have:
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8+ years of relevant experience in engineering with a bachelor’s degree, or 5+ years of experience with an advanced degree in a related field.
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Technical proficiency, communicate effectively, and be customer focused to lead the IPT to satisfy strict requirements of the GTF engine programs.
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Hot section gas turbine component and/or module level experience that includes experience with P&W Turbine Airfoils
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Demonstrated success in leading multi-functional teams and effectiveness in working across functions, organizations, and levels of management.
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Demonstrated experience managing budgets and schedules.
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Demonstrated analytical, problem solving, and risk management skills
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Demonstration of skills consistent with the Pratt & Whitney Leadership Operating Model and execution to the RTX Lifecycle Program Management (RLPM).
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U.S. citizenship is required
Qualifications We Prefer:
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Integrated Product Team Leader (IPTL) experience
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Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering
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Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with attention to detail and deadlines.
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Engineering experience in design, manufacture, development, validation, entry into service and support of field service issues
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Focus on results with the ability to drive projects to successful completion
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Strong communication skills, including verbal, technical writing, and presentations to engineering and program management
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Experience executing Engineering Changes through the Product Change and Incorporation Review process (PCIR)
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Knowledge and experience with Project Management toolsets (e.g. Smartsheet, SAP, Primavera, and/or MS Project).
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Working knowledge of operating continuous improvement principles including: CORE, QCPC, Process Certification.
What We Offer:
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Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
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Short-term disability, long-term disability and parental leave
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401(k) match
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Flexible spending accounts
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Employee assistance program
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Employee Scholar Program (No waiting period!)
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Paid time off including: 3 weeks of vacation, 5 personal sick days, 3 unpaid days for unique situations at supervisor discretion, and 12 paid government holidays
Learn More & Apply Now!
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.
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 107,500 USD - 204,500 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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