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RTX · 11 hours ago

Slurry and Melt Process Engineering Manager

PW192: Carlsbad 5940 Darwin Court , Carlsbad, CA, 92008 USA

Full-time

Hybrid

Director/Executive

$173K/yr - $329K/yr

12+ years exp

RTX, a leader in aerospace innovation, is seeking a Slurry and Melt Process Engineering Manager to lead the engineering team focused on developing processes for manufacturing ceramic matrix composite turbine components. This role involves overseeing process engineering, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards, and driving continuous improvement in manufacturing processes.

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No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Lead all aspects of process engineering for the slurry and melt infiltration processes including development of standard operating procedures, work instructions, quality requirements, raw material specs, process to property relationships and deviations from regulatory requirements

Lead the development of Slurry Infiltration (SI) and Melt Infiltration (MI) processes to produce ceramic matrix composites, ensuring continuous improvement and compliance with safety, quality, cost, and delivery requirements

Develop, implement, validate, maintain and continuously improve manufacturing processes, digital systems and/or methods of manufacture which are capable of meeting and continue to meet requirements for safety, quality, cost, delivery rate and lead time

Support the deployment of the strategy for comprehensive data collection and analysis from slurry and melt that will support robust process development and understanding as part of the digital thread for CMCs. This includes establishing methods for data collection, data analysis and data visualization to enable statistical process control (SPC)

Manage the slurry and melt engineering team, ensuring active participation in Integrated Product Teams, compliance with company policies and safety standards, and fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment. Conduct performance appraisals, set goals, and ensure adherence to Environmental Health and Safety regulations

Lead the process advancement Manufacturing Readiness Level (MRL) and support hardware production for Technology Readiness Level (TRL) demonstration

Support design, installation, and qualification of new equipment and equipment modifications with strong configuration management practices

Promote a culture of zero defects within the area of accountability

Ensure that manufacturing processes and methods of manufacture within the business are developed and deployed to support first pass yield

Collaborate with other functional groups in support of department and company initiatives

Lead Continuous Improvement, project management, and quality improvement efforts

Provide exemplary professional representation to P&W, other OEMs, and the FAA and other regulatory agencies

Ensure that manufacturing processes are in full compliance with Health, Safety & Environmental Standards

Rigorously raise, investigate and resolve safety related issues

Ensure that the team monitors and improves OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness) through implementation of Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) practices

Identify, investigate and implement new technology to address business goals

Ensure that the team supports a 24/7 operation as required

Qualification

Slurry InfiltrationMelt InfiltrationProcess EngineeringProcess ImprovementSix SigmaLEANChemical ProcessesAerospace Quality StandardsLeadershipData AnalysisSafety RegulationsCollaborationCommunicationPresentation Skills

Required

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in engineering is required, a master's degree is preferred

A minimum of 12+ years of relevant engineering experience in slurry and melt infiltration or chemical vapor infiltration or 10+yrs with an advanced degree

5+ years of leadership or managerial skills and the ability to work with all levels of management, personnel and customers

US Citizenship is required as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract

Preferred

Demonstrated leadership, critical thinking, business acumen, and innovative problem-solving skills, with strong collaboration, communication, and presentation abilities

Proven experience in process engineering and/or aerospace, particularly managing chemical processes like CVI, CVD, Slurry infiltration, Melt infiltration, petrochemical, semiconductor, or pharmaceutical synthesis

Familiarity with complex automated equipment, including PLCs, safety systems, and related interlocks

Proficient in process improvement methodologies such as Six Sigma and LEAN, with a thorough understanding of Environmental, Health, and Safety regulations, including process safety management

knowledge of aerospace quality standards and practices, such as ISO9001 and AS9100

Benefits

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

Holidays

Company

RTX

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RTX is comprised of three market-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney and Raytheon – working as one to answer the biggest questions and solve the hardest problems in aerospace and defense.

Founded in 1922

Arlington, Virginia, USA

10001+ employees