Principal Project Engineer (P4) - Onsite

Date Posted:

2025-06-12

Country:

United States of America

Location:

PW715: Asheville Site 330 Pratt Whitney Blvd , Asheville, NC, 28806 USA

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:

None/Not Required

Pratt & Whitney is working to once again transform the future of flight—designing, building and servicing engines unlike any the world has ever seen. And because transformation begins from within, we’re seeking the people to drive it. So, calling all curious. 

Come ready to explore and you’ll find a place where your talent takes flight—beyond the borders of title, a country or your comfort zone. Bring your passion and commitment and we’ll welcome you into a tight-knit team that takes our mission personally. Channel your drive to make a difference into shaping an organization and an industry that’s evolving fast to the future.

At Pratt & Whitney, the difference you make is on display every day. Just look up. Are you ready to go beyond?

Pratt & Whitney's Engineering Support to Operations (ESTO) organization is seeking a goal-oriented and detail-focused Principal Project Engineer to support our Turbine Airfoil Casting Team (TACT).  The selected candidate will support the airfoil casting tooling qualification process as defined per PW-QA 6078, which is necessary to ensure the quality of Pratt & Whitney's engines.  In addition, the TACT supports process improvement efforts at casting suppliers and evaluates nonconformance in support of product delivery. 

What You Will Do:

• Manage logistical aspects (schedules, budget, communication, supplier requests) supporting disposition of airfoil casting tooling qualification packages per PW-QA 6078.
• Manage logistical aspects (schedules, budget, communication, supplier requests) supporting disposition of quality defects, many complex scopes, ensuring engineering excellence, and helping the team define the “Right-size Analysis” through a risk-based decision-making process.
• Influence multi-disciplinary teams, including engineering discipline Subject Matter Experts, design, operations, quality, and procurement to drive root cause investigations, develop associated corrective actions, and implement product and process improvements.
• Support time-critical quality issues in support of engine and module delivery.
• Track and drive to closure Class II engineering change packages to improve quality, cost, and producibility metrics.
• Incorporate Pro-Cert methodology and data-driven decision making into the Class II process.
• Drive continuous improvement into the product development cycle and design of next-generation hardware. 
• Travel up to 10% (Domestic and International).

What You Will Learn:

• Fundamentals of Gas Turbine Engine Design.
• How Turbine Airfoil Castings fit and work within a Gas Turbine Engine.
• The impact of Turbine Airfoil Castings on Commercial and Military Customers.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• A Bachelor of Science degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics) and 8 years of experience in engineering, or an Advanced degree in a related field and 5 years of engineering experience.
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• A Bachelor's of Science degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering.
• Turbomachinery experience in Airfoil design or manufacturing.
• Proficiency in SAP, Teamcenter, Unigraphics NX, and classical methods of analysis.
• Experience with GD&T ASME Y14.5M-1994.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with attention to detail and deadlines.

What We Offer:

• Eligible for Relocation.

Learn More & Apply Now!

Department/Segment Overview: The Engineering Support to Operations (ESTO) organization has the broad charter of making product design improvements and supporting Operations and the worldwide supplier base during PW’s unprecedented ramp-up in commercial jet engine production.  You will have front-line exposure and visibility to Operations and Supply Chain in terms of relationships, collaboration, and developing real-world solutions for how to produce the world’s most advanced engineered parts.  You will be allowed to grow into the position, to be fully supported on that growth path with education, support, training, mentorship, and collabor