Special Process Engineer (Onsite)

Date Posted:

2026-05-08

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-WV-BRIDGEPORT-1525 ~ 1525 Midway Park Rd ~ MIDWAY BLDG A

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’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:

We are seeking a highly motivated and technically strong Special Process Engineer to support our engine center in Bridgeport, WV. This role will serve as the subject matter expert (SME) for critical special processes including heat treat, welding, cleaning, plasma coating, and shot peening, ensuring all processes meet customer, regulatory, and industry requirements.

This is an exciting opportunity to help shape and build a growing function within the organization. The ideal candidate thrives in an environment where processes are still being developed, enjoys solving complex technical challenges, and is passionate about driving quality and continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide technical oversight and governance for special processes across the facility, including heat treat, welding, cleaning, plasma coating, and peening operations

• Serve as the site Subject Matter Expert (SME) for assigned special processes and provide technical guidance to operations, quality, and engineering teams

• Ensure compliance with customer specifications, aerospace standards, NADCAP requirements, and internal procedures

• Lead and support internal and external audits related to special processes

• Investigate process escapes, nonconformances, and root cause corrective actions to reduce defects and Cost of Poor Quality (COPQ)

• Develop, improve, and standardize systems, controls, and documentation to strengthen overall quality performance

• Partner cross-functionally with manufacturing, quality, and leadership teams to drive continuous improvement initiatives

• Support qualification, validation, and approval activities for special processes and suppliers

• Analyze process performance data and recommend improvements to capability, consistency, and compliance

Qualifications You Must Have

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering with a minimum of 5 years of quality engineering experience within aerospace, defense, manufacturing, or similar MRO environments, or an Advanced degree in an Engineering discipline and a minimum of 3 years of prior relevant experience

• Experience overseeing or supporting special processes in a regulated industry

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Hands-on experience with heat treat, welding, plasma coatings, cleaning, and/or shot peening processes

• Ability to interpret engineering specifications, technical standards, and process requirements

• Strong understanding of quality systems, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement methodologies

• Familiarity with aerospace industry standards including ASTM, AMS, and NADCAP requirements

• Experience supporting Pratt & Whitney Canada (PWC) engine programs or engine MRO operations

• ASQ, Six Sigma, or related quality certifications are a plus

What is my role type? In addition to transforming the future of flight, we are also transforming how and where we work. We’ve introduced role types to help you understand how you will operate in our blended work environment.

This role is:

• Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance workers, as they are essential to the development of our engines.

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