Manufacturing Engineering Manager Jobs in Columbus, GA

Date Posted:

2026-06-12

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-GA-MIDLAND-MPC ~ 8801/8987 Macon Rd ~ BLDG MPC

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

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?

What You Will Do:

Pratt & Whitney’s Columbus Forge Blades Module Center (CFB) is seeking a Principal Product Manufacturing Engineer to join our Manufacturing Engineering team.

The Principal Product Manufacturing Engineer will provide support to manufacturing operations and drive process improvement to improve the company’s quality and delivery signature utilizing quality metrics and MRL elements such as PFMEA, Control Plan & Gage R&R as needed. The Principal Product Manufacturing Engineer will be responsible for a specific part or part network. The scope of this role will include PW internal shop and may also include supply chain support components.  

With specific parts ownership, this role will support the business by identifying and implementing manufacturing process improvements across multiple process steps that span the full manufacturing value stream of the assigned parts.

As a member of the Integrated Product Team (IPT), and the manufacturing point of contact (POC) for a specific part network, the role will engage Process Manufacturing Engineers, Design Engineers, Project Engineers, Quality Engineers, and Structural Engineers to meet delivery commitments to the customer.  

• Identify, track, and coordinate execution of projects that support reducing Cost of Poor Quality, and improve operational capacity using project management skills in a multi-disciplined environment

• Drive targeted manufacturing process optimization activities using Manufacturing Readiness Level (MRL) tools such as Process Flow Diagram, PFMEA, Process Control Plans, Measurement Systems Analysis, Yield & Cost curves, etc.

• Drive Key Product Characteristics (KPC) Management and Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) elements for increasing First Pass Yield across the Manufacturing Value Stream

• Identify & implement process optimization & process control methods to eliminate quality turn backs/escapes and reduce overall product costs through the specific process.

• Perform Root cause analysis and corrective actions on non-conforming products for responsible processes using statistical analysis tools and other methods as necessary

• Support the project pipeline process to select, prioritize and scope projects to business objectives, integrated with other continuous improvement activities and CORE (Customer Oriented Results and Excellence) initiatives.

• Schedule and facilitate periodic project reviews and ensure validation. Use effective scorecards and metrics to ensure progress.

• Lead projects critical to improve manufacturing process capability & quality performance through the assigned processes

Qualifications You Must Have

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering and 8 or more years of experience in an engineering, manufacturing operations, quality or related work environment OR a Master's degree and 5 or more years of experience in an engineering, manufacturing operations, quality or related work environment

• Prior experience managing multiple projects with competing priorities in a constantly fluctuating work environment

• Proficiency with reading and interpreting blueprints

• Demonstrated technical proficiency in complex manufacturing activities

• Demonstrated experience leading and managing a portfolio of cross functional projects

• Proficient with Microsoft Office products

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Degree in mechanical/aerospace/manufacturing engineering

• Six Sigma project leadership/management/coaching experience

• Understanding of Quality Procedures, Quality Management Systems and/or experience using CORE tools/continuous improvement tools such as Six Sigma and LEAN

• Project management tools experience (MS Projects)

• Proficient in PW software tools like Solumina, and SAP

• Proficient in UG/NX, and Team Center software suites

• Proficient in Minitab and other statistical software for analysis

Learn More & Apply Now:

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 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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