Pratt & Whitney · 1 day ago
Principal Project Engineer - Asheville Foundry (Onsite)
Pratt & Whitney is transforming the future of flight and is seeking a Principal Project Engineer for their Asheville site. The role involves managing the development and qualification of new processes, ensuring manufacturing readiness, and demonstrating strong project management and communication skills.
Aviation & Aerospace
Responsibilities
Plan and execute new site start up for single crystal airfoil casting process
Create and maintain/status Level 2/3 schedule for all technical tasks
Create cost structure and work with IPMT to manage project to cost targets
Develop and maintain Earned Value tool/database
Execute all project engineering tasks as part of the IPD process
10% travel may be required for this position
Qualification
Required
University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience, or an Advanced degree in a related field and minimum 5 years experience
Strong Project Engineering/Planning and Communication/Presentation skills are a must for this position
Ability to work with earned value and project management tools
US Person Status required due to government contracts
Preferred
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related technical field with 7+ years of experience in project management
Six Sigma green belt or equivalent
PMP Certificate
Master's degree in Engineering or related technical field
Proficiency in SAP and Pratt and Whitney project discipline
Familiarity with process development, casting process
Broad knowledge of the aerospace industry and experience in turbine engine parts manufacturing
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
Short-term disability, long-term disability and parental leave
401(k) match
Flexible spending accounts
Employee assistance program
Employee Scholar Program (No waiting period!)
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
Company
Pratt & Whitney
Pratt & Whitney, an RTX business, is a global leader in propulsion systems, powering the most advanced aircraft in the world, and we are shaping the future of aviation.
Funding
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