Mechanical Engineer, P2 – Engineering Support to Operations (ESTO) - (On-site)

RTX•East Hartford, CT

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Engineering Support to Operations (ESTO) organization is seeking a motivated P2 Mechanical Engineer to support military exhaust system hardware. The role serves as a technical leader evaluating nonconforming hardware, determining usability, driving cross-functional investigations, and implementing changes that improve production capability and reduce recurring issues. The engineer collaborates with engineering and operations disciplines to support on-time delivery and fielded engine readiness.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering.
At least 2 years of engineering experience.
U.S. citizenship is required because only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Nice To Haves

Strong mechanical engineering fundamentals and problem-solving skills.
Experience designing components used in gas turbine engines.
Understanding of GD&T and blueprint interpretation.
Experience with hardware evaluation, manufacturing processes, or design for manufacturability.
Ability to lead discussions, influence cross-functional teams, and communicate technical decisions clearly.
Familiarity with root-cause analysis tools and structured problem-solving methodologies.
Working knowledge of engineering drawings, specifications, and configuration control.

Responsibilities

Evaluate and disposition nonconforming military exhaust system hardware in accordance with engineering requirements and safety standards.
Lead multidisciplinary teams that include manufacturing, structural analysis, quality, procurement, and engineering subject matter experts.
Conduct and facilitate root-cause investigations; develop and implement effective corrective actions.
Create and revise engineering blueprints to align technical requirements with manufacturing capability and improve producibility.
Eliminate repeat analyses of similar nonconformance conditions through standardization and improved processes.
Document lessons learned and communicate findings across engineering and operations teams.
Document improvement initiatives that strengthen ESTO processes and reduce hardware nonconformance rates.

Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
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
Holidays
Potential annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation, depending on position level and collective-bargaining coverage; payments are not guaranteed