Co-op: August 2026 - Hot Section Engineering (HSE) Durability (Hybrid)

RTX

6d•Hybrid

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? Hot Section Engineering is responsible for the design, development, technology maturation and in service support of all diffuser cases, combustors, turbines (vanes, blades, rotors and cases), augmenters (military), nozzles and associated fuel systems for all military, commercial and industrial engine models and radial auxiliary power units. Technical disciplines in HSE include Project Engineering, Mechanical Design, Structural Analysis, Durability and Product Definition. This position is classified as hybrid. Please ensure this role type (defined below) is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role. Candidates will learn more about role type and current site status throughout the recruiting process. Hybrid: Employees who are working in Hybrid roles will work regularly both onsite and offsite. Ratio of time working onsite will be determined in partnership with your leader.

Requirements

U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.
Enrolled in a degree program in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering.
Minimum GPA of 3.0

Nice To Haves

Previous experience or knowledge on gas turbines, heat transfer and/or computational fluid dynamics (CFD)
Strong communication, interpersonal, time management and organizational skills
Team oriented and cultural awareness
Experience with software and programing languages. ANSYS, Workbench, APDL, MATLAB, VBA, Python, C++, Fortran, MS Office, NX Teamcenter, SpaceClaim and SAP.
The ability to craft clear communication and build positive relationships
Experience with Microsoft Office applications
Excellent communication and presentation skills

Responsibilities

Provide analytical support through all design phase, redesigns, and test of power plants, aircraft systems, and/or parts.
Has theoretical to Basic knowledge in Heat Transfer, Thermodynamics, Aero Thermal analysis and Fluid Dynamics.
Participate as an active member in cross-discipline integrated product teams to provide design solutions that balance performance, cost, schedule, and quality requirements.
Develop and incorporate new ways to advance technology and improve processes as an individual and as a team contributor. Embrace a continuous improvement philosophy.
Ability to write clear documentation, as well as to create and provide impactful, persuasive technical presentations to IPT, CIPT and customers.
Develop and sustain a healthy work relationship based on mutual trust with pears, internal and external customers where significant interaction is expected.
Ability to work autonomously with limited supervision meeting project deliverables in time, with quality and on budget.
English (read, write, speak) is required when communicating with customers, co-workers, or supervisors who only speak English
Attend and have participation in group meetings, teleconferences and/or training required.
Actively participate in initiatives for continuous improvement using CORE tools and support AS9100 efforts.
Based on business needs, the incumbent may be required to support other duties/functions within the company.
Support HSE Durability community initiatives