Chemist – Core Material Control Lab (Onsite)

RTX • East Hartford, CT

20h • Onsite

About The Position

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? We are seeking a highly motivated Chemist to support chemical, mechanical, and metallurgical testing of aerospace materials in a fast-paced, customer-driven laboratory environment. This role is critical to ensuring material compliance with industry and government standards and requires a strong technical foundation, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently while collaborating across teams. The ideal candidate brings hands-on laboratory experience, strong analytical skills, and a customer-focused mindset to support manufacturing and engineering partners.

Requirements

• BS degree in Chemistry, Metallurgy, Materials Science, or in a related field and a minimum 8 years prior relevant laboratory experience, or an Advanced Degree and minimum 5 years experience.
• Proficient in MS Office.
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Nice To Haves

• Experience and knowledge of MCL processes and procedures.
• 5+ years of laboratory experience, with demonstrated proficiency in elemental analysis (ICP, ICP-MS, iSpark, GFAA, & XRF) or strong wet chemistry skills, including titrations and sample digestions.
• Experience with laboratory and instrument software such as Bluehill 3, Syngistix, Qtegra, Oxsas, and WinLab.
• Prior experience supporting manufacturing or production environments.
• Strong problem-solving, organizational, and computer skills.
• Experience leading cross functional team projects.
• Demonstrated ability to interface with customers and respond with urgency when required.

Responsibilities

• Perform chemical, mechanical, and metallurgical analyses to evaluate aerospace materials for compliance with applicable specifications and standards.
• Conduct elemental analysis using ICP, ICP-MS, GFAA, iSpark, and XRF, utilizing industry-standard calibration and analytical methods.
• Perform gas detection using IR detectors on LECO analyzers (e.g., C/S, O/N/H).
• Execute routine tank chemistry analysis using acid–base titrations.
• Conduct physical and mechanical testing using Instron systems.
• Perform fuels and oils analysis using a variety of instrumentations, including UV-Vis, calorimeter, viscometer, spectroil, and NMR.
• Maintain accurate, clear, and concise laboratory documentation and reports.
• Independently manage workload and prioritize testing activities to meet customer and production demands.
• Interact professionally and effectively with internal and external customers at all levels.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to laboratory processes, safety, and efficiency.

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level