Materials Engineer

RTX•East Hartford, CT

7d•$68,900 - $131,100•Onsite

About The Position

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. Seeking a motivated and detail-oriented chemist/engineer to support its Analytical Chemistry Lab. In addition to collaborating with engineers and lab staff to support research and testing initiatives, this role involves hands-on laboratory work, including sample preparation, instrumentation operation, data processing, and lab management. The ideal candidate will have a background in chemistry or related science field with a strong willingness to learn, and the flexibility to adapt to a dynamic lab environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or advanced degree in Chemistry, or a related science field.
2+ years of experience or advanced degree with no experience.
Must be a U.S person/Permanent Resident "Green Card" holder.
Strong interest in analytical chemistry and instrumentation is required.
Commitment to safety and lab protocols.
Approximately 70% of the role is hands-on in the lab.
Ability to work independently after training and mentorship.

Nice To Haves

Lab experience preferred.
Excellent organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

Perform sample preparation for organic and inorganic chemical analysis using various techniques such as acid digestion, hotplate, and microwave methods.
Conduct oil and Fuel testing.
Conduct wet chemistry procedures including pH measurement, titration, and density analysis.
Operate and maintain analytical instruments such as, ICP (Inductively Coupled Plasma), TGA (Thermogravimetric Analysis), DSC (Differential Scanning Calorimetry), TMA (Thermomechanical Analysis), GCMS (Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry), Raman Spectroscopy, FTIR (Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy), XPS, SIMS, and Auger
Manage lab consumables and maintain housekeeping standards.
Follow EH&S protocols, including handling hazardous chemicals like hydrofluoric acid.
Process and analyze data from instrumentation.
Collaborate with engineers and lab staff to support research and testing initiatives.