Principle Coatings Engineer (Onsite)

• BS degree in Material Science, Chemical Engineering, Applied Physics, or related technical field and minimum of 8+ years of relevant experience or 5+ years with an advanced degree.
• Fundamental understanding of aerospace coating application methods and process optimization tools
• Ability to build positive relationships.
• Strong communication skills and be highly motivated.
• U.S. citizenship is required as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract. 
• Travel Requirements: 10%.

• Advanced degree in Material Science, Chemical Engineering, Applied Physics, or related technical field and minimum 5 years of experience
• Background in application processes such as diffusion process, Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD), thermal spraying, and plating, gas turbine engine alloys, and high pressure turbine design. 
• Fundamental understanding of effects of environmental contaminates such as dirt, sulfur and salt on performance of aerospace materials.
• Experience in data collection, data management, and data analysis methods with a fundamental understanding of material and process modeling.
• Working with teams and multi-year multidisciplinary programs; while able to perform in a fast paced and dynamic work environment with experience with Lean/Six Sigma tools is a plus. 
• Experience with program planning, cost estimation and scheduling in addition to meeting contractual requirements during execution is preferred.

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.

• →Projects will range from engine safety, production stoppage, new/repair technology development, cost reduction, etc. where the engineer will understand customer requirements and execute development programs to meet and exceed business needs.
• →The candidate will collaborate with other internal engineering disciplines, engineering management and manufacturing customers as part of an Integrated Product Team to ensure the successful transition and implementation of technology into Pratt & Whitney’s products.
• →This role will serve as a recognized subject matter expert in hot corrosion, stress corrosion cracking (SCC), metallic coatings, and high-temperature coating technologies, driving material solutions that improve reliability, durability, and performance of critical components.
• →Lead the development and qualification of advanced metallic and high-temperature coating systems.
• →The candidate is expected to be proficient in materials characterization methods (mechanical, physical & metallography) of high temperature coatings and materials.
• →The candidate must be able to work effectively in a team environment and be highly motivated. 
• →The Principal Engineer will lead complex technical initiatives, influence technology strategy, mentor engineering talent, managing projects, and updating engineering standard work.

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