Coatings Manufacturing Engineer

Date Posted:

2026-04-28

Country:

Estados Unidos Location:

US-CT-EAST HARTFORD-ETC

~ 400 Main St ~

BLDG ETC

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. The Coatings Manufacturing Engineer will lead Vapor Phase Aluminide (VPA) Coating processes within our advanced aerospace manufacturing operations at the East Hartford, CT site. Current and future part designs have a growing demand for VPA coatings. This role will be responsible for driving process excellence, implementing best practices, supporting production needs, qualifying new equipment, and leading continuous improvement initiatives. The candidate will demonstrate technical project management, interpersonal and team skills, as well as strong communication skills and the ability to multi-task and adapt to changing business requirements. Serve as the subject matter expert (SME) for the VPA coating process, ensuring adherence to specifications, standards, and customer requirements. Develop, document, and implement best practices to ensure repeatability, reliability, and high yield across VPA operations. Provide technical support to resolve production issues, address nonconformances, and maintain throughput. Lead structured problem solving activities using RCCA tools and methodologies to address quality, yield, and equipment issues. Drive initiatives focused on OEE, FPY, and cost reduction while ensuring compliance with quality requirements. Lead procurement of new equipment and supporting systems Lead part and equipment qualifications Provide coaching and guidance to technicians and operators on process fundamentals, troubleshooting, and best practices. Assist in MRL (Manufacturing Readiness Level) of new process to align with program requirements Pursue operational excellence as subject matter expert for next generation coating processes; Drive product cost reduction and ensure targets are achieved through data driven process improvements and deployment of new technologies.

Qualifications You Must Have:

Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Engineering or related field required 5+ years of relevant engineering experience in aerospace coatings 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.

Hybrid:

Employees who are working in Hybrid roles will work regularly both onsite and offsite. Ratio of time working onsite will be determined in partnership with your leader.

Remote:

Employees who are working in Remote roles will work primarily offsite (from home). If you live within a reasonable commute of an RTX site with other colleagues you interact with, your manager will discuss whether there is a degree of onsite presence associated with this role. 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. Requires advanced to expert knowledge of work area typically obtained through advanced education combined with experience. May have broad knowledge of project management. Requires substantial knowledge of RTX projects, programs or systems in order to provide enhancements within job area.

Typically requires:

A 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

Engineering/Other Technical Positions:

Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 8 years of prior relevant experience unless prohibited by local laws/regulations. 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.

Privacy Policy and Terms:

Click on this link to read the Policy and Terms RTX es una empresa aeroespacial y de defensa que ofrece sistemas y servicios avanzados a clientes comerciales, militares y gubernamentales de todo el mundo. Está formada por tres empresas líderes del sector: Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney y Raytheon. Sus 195.000 empleados permiten a la empresa operar en la frontera de la ciencia conocida, ya que imaginan y ofrecen soluciones que superan los límites de la física cuántica, la propulsión eléctrica, la energía dirigida, la hipersónica, la aviónica y la ciberseguridad. La empresa, creada en 2020 mediante la combinación de Raytheon Company y los negocios aeroespaciales de United Technologies Corporation, tiene su sede en Arlington, Virginia.