Project Manager Startup Jobs in Connecticut (NOW HIRING)

Date Posted:

2026-07-21

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-CT-MIDDLETOWN-220A ~ Aircraft Rd ~ BLDG 220A

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

The Capital Project Manager will support the CSMC Capital Projects organization by owning the technical lifecycle of new manufacturing equipment. This role supports the selection and oversight of new equipment as well as hands‑on technical support to Manufacturing Engineers (MEs), coordinates engineered startup activities, and drives alignment across Business Units to ensure seamless machine readiness and integration into production.

With technical aptitude, the Capital Project Manager will will support complex equipment installations and process improvements. While responsibilities span multiple initiatives, the Capital Project Manager will primarily focus on supporting F135 manufacturing growth within an active, operating module center.

End‑to‑End Equipment Engineering Ownership
• Own CEPO engineering activities including IR inputs, specification creation, requirements documentation, and technical coordination
• Lead machine drawing review (2D/3D), ensuring design compliance, manufacturability, and adherence to interface requirements
• Ensure EHS compliance throughout engineering phases of machine build and installation
• Own all pre‑installation engineering requirements including:
– Foundation drawings
– Utility requirements and interface specifications
– Supplier technical contacts and coordination

Machine Build, Runoffs, and Commissioning
• Lead/participate in machine SAT/FAT activities and own closure of all punch‑list actions
• Collaborate with suppliers, PMs, and Facilities on technical machine build reviews, acceptance criteria, and installation sequencing
• Provide engineering oversight and troubleshooting during installation, prove‑out, and startup

Manufacturing Engineering Support & Engineered Startup
• Provide hands‑on technical support to MEs during equipment readiness, prove‑out, and transformation activities
• Lead programming‑related engineering support (as applicable)
• Coordinate fixtures, tooling, and equipment interface requirements for new machinery
• Serve as the primary engineering contact for vendor technical support during build and startup

Transformation Offload & Process Alignment
• Support Transformation Offload by ensuring technical process alignment between Business Units
• Track process improvements and assess their impact on production plans and technical readiness
• Implement CORE standards and lead engineering contributions to continuous improvement

Cross‑Functional Leadership
• Partner closely with Operations, Facilities, EHS, Digital, Quality, and Project Managers to ensure equipment readiness
• Participate in risk identification and mitigation planning across technical and operational stakeholders
• Communicate engineering status, issues, and progress to leadership

What You Will Learn

• Full lifecycle exposure to advanced manufacturing equipment—from concept and spec creation to commissioning and operational handoff

• Hands‑on technical experience with machine programming, tooling integration, and engineering troubleshooting

• Deep knowledge of CEPO processes, technical drawings, machine requirements, and supplier engineering coordination

• Strong understanding of machine installation readiness: utilities, foundations, interfaces, and EHS considerations

• Experience applying CORE, Lean, and continuous improvement methodologies to equipment engineering

• Insight into module center operations, material flow, equipment maintenance coordination, and production workflows

• Growth in cross‑business alignment, supplier engagement, and readiness planning

• Occasional travel, including support for East Hartford HFB Module Center alignment

Qualifications You Must Have

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Finance, Project Management, or a related field and minimum of 8 years of experience in an engineering, manufacturing operations, production, project management, quality or related environment OR a Master's degree and 5 or more years of experience in an engineering, manufacturing operations, production, project management, quality or related environment

• Experience reading and interpreting equipment drawings, part prints, and facility layouts

• Experience supporting machine installations, equipment startup, or manufacturing engineering processes

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Excel, and Project

• Demonstrated experience managing multiple technical priorities in a fast‑paced, production‑oriented environment;

• Demonstrated communication skills and technical problem‑solving skills with the ability to work across engineering, operations, and supplier teams

Qualifications We Prefer

• Engineering degree (Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, Aerospace, or related technical field)

• Experience with CEPO, IR, spec development, or machine build technical reviews

• Experience leading or supporting SAT/FAT activities

• Familiarity with SAP, Solumina, or other MES/procurement systems

• Experience with programming, tooling, or fixtures for advanced machine tools

• Knowledge of structural requirements (foundation drawings, utilities, etc.)

• Understanding of CORE, Lean, or Six Sigma

• Experience coordinating vendor engineering resources

Qualifications We Prefer

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.

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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