Senior Engineer – Drafter / Product Definition (Onsite)

Date Posted:
2026-10-23


Country:
United States of America


Location:
US-CT-EAST HARTFORD-K ~ 400 Main St ~ BLDG K


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.

Pratt & Whitney is seeking a Senior Engineer – Drafter / Product Definition for our Engineering Support to Operations (ESTO) organization. In this role, you will support Product Definition, engineering, and Module Center teams by creating and revising detailed 3D models, engineering drawings, and documentation used to define and release aerospace products. You will collaborate with engineers and subject matter experts, support program deliverables, and help develop the capabilities of other product definition professionals.

What You Will Do:

- Collaborate with Product Definition, ESTO Design and Project Engineers, and Module Center personnel to process engineering changes (ECs) and develop detailed and assembly-level product definitions supporting QN and eSRI-driven documentation.
- Create, manipulate, and maintain complex parametric 3D part and assembly models using NX, including models supporting structural analysis and model-driven engineering drawing certification.
- Create and revise legacy engine drawings using NX, Teamcenter, and established drafting processes while interpreting eSRI drawing requirements and applicable engineering documentation.
- Develop and maintain engineering change data management documentation and support the timely release and revision of engineering drawings while meeting program deliverables and milestones.
- Support technical meetings, assist subject matter experts, mentor product definition drafters, and work with senior staff to monitor program budgets and maintain project commitments.

Travel Requirement: 10% | Domestic and International.

What You Will Learn:

- Gain hands-on experience developing product definitions for complex aerospace engine components and assemblies.
- Build advanced proficiency in NX, Teamcenter, 3D parametric modeling, and engineering drawing processes.
- Develop practical experience applying Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) and ASME Y14.5M-1994 standards.
- Gain exposure to engineering change management, model-driven engineering, structural analysis support, and technical documentation.
- Develop project coordination, technical communication, mentoring, and cross-functional collaboration skills within an aerospace engineering environment.

Qualifications You Must Have:

- Bachelor's degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Management (STEM) and 5 years of relevant experience, or an Advanced degree in a related field and 3 years of relevant experience. Relevant experience in product definition, drafting, engineering design, or a related technical field.

Qualifications We Prefer:

- Demonstrated experience in Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
- Strong proficiency with NX and Teamcenter tools, processes, and workflows.
- Experience with aerospace engineering drawings, product definition, drafting, or engineering change processes.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with demonstrated ability to work effectively across engineering and technical teams.
- Experience mentoring or developing less-experienced product definition, drafting, or engineering personnel.

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Department/Segment Overview :

Engineering Support to Operations (ESTO): ESTO provides dedicated support by eliminating quality notifications, escapes, works stops and enabling producibility and delivery of legacy and new parts, assemblies, modules, and engines. ESTO covers all engine programs and part families, enabling engine deliveries, first piece reviews, first article inspections, analysis automation, process certification. ESTO also supports the Manufacturing Readiness Level (MRL) initiative in Operations. Technical disciplines in ESTO include Project Engineering, Mechanical Design, Structural Analysis, Product Definition, and Manufacturing Engineering.

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.

Candidates will learn more about the 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 86,800 USD - 165,200 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.

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