5th Gen CSE DR/EI Process Focal

Date Posted:

2026-11-06

 Country:

United States of America

 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'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.

Job Summary

The 5th Generation Customer Support Engineering (CSE) organization supports the F119 and F135 propulsion systems powering the USAF’s F‑22 and F‑35 fleets. We provide engineering sustainment, technical investigation support, and fleet performance analysis to ensure mission readiness for the US Air Force and international partners.

We are seeking a Customer Support Engineer to serve as the Engineering Investigation (EI) / Deficiency Report (DR) Process Focal Lead. This role enables consistent, timely, and compliant execution of CSE-owned DRs and EIs across both programs. The selected candidate will work closely with Integrated Product Teams (IPTs), the Joint Program Office (JPO), MCSS, program offices, and broader engineering organizations.

This position is ideal for someone who enjoys structured process ownership, cross-functional coordination, and technical governance.

What You Will Do

• Serve as the primary point of contact for all CSE-owned Engineering Investigations, Reliability or Quality-related Deficiency Reports across the F119 and F135 programs.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure compliance with EI/DR contractual requirements, processes, and program expectations.
• Schedule, organize, and maintain timelines for EI/DR gate reviews and final report deliveries.
• Support program contract negotiations and planning activities related to DR/EI execution.
• Review gate review packages and final reports to ensure best practices, quality standards, and technical clarity.
• Guide CSE engineers in effective DR/EI execution, including process interpretation, requirements, and investigation best practices.
• Develop, maintain, and optimize EI/DR Standard Work and work instructions; support Discipline Chief governance and periodic updates.
• Provide DR/EI metrics and performance summaries as required by program leadership.
• Promote consistent process execution and best practices across both programs and the broader MCSS organization.
• Facilitate lessons learned sharing and continuous improvement of the EI/DR process.
• Industry-Specific Insights & Technical Experience.
• Hands-on experience with structured engineering investigations across the F119 and F135 propulsion systems.
• Real-world application of DR/EI processes, root cause methodologies, and fleet performance trends.
• Exposure to customer-facing investigation deliverables and sustainment program requirements.
• Professional Development Opportunities: access to company-paid training, technical development, and certifications.
• Mentorship from senior engineers, Discipline Chiefs, and program leadership.
• Opportunities to lead cross-functional investigations, process improvements, and governance reviews.
• Development of technical writing, communication, and leadership skills through ownership of recurring processes.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration & Networking:
• Active collaboration with IPTs, MCSS, JPO/USAF customers, quality engineering, and program offices.
• Participation in technical reviews, multi-disciplinary investigations, and program-level forums.
• This is a high‑visibility role with regular engagement across programs, customers, and senior engineering leadership.

Qualifications

You Must Have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering with 8+ years of relevant experience (customer support engineering, investigations, systems engineering, sustainment, or similar). Experience to include: root cause analysis, technical investigations, or structured engineering documentation; or an advanced degree with 5+ years of the aforementioned rellevant experience.
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Qualifications

We Prefer:

• Prior experience executing or supporting Engineering Investigations, Deficiency Reports, or similar structured investigations.
• Familiarity with F119/F135 military engine sustainment environments.
• Experience with gate review processes, technical report quality reviews, or process adherence monitoring.
• Experience developing or improving Standard Work or engineering documentation.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills with the ability to synthesize technical data clearly.
• Ability to influence across teams and drive consistency without direct authority.
• Experience with Fault Tree Analysis or other structured investigative tools.
• JCL2 experience or qualification.
• Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple investigations simultaneously.
• Effective communication skills and demonstrated ability to collaborate with external customers such as the USAF and JPO.
• Ability to interpret and apply process requirements, internal procedures, and contractual obligations.

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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.

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.

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