Mechanical Engineering Technician

RTX•East Hartford, CT

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Aero-Thermal Testing Group at RTX Technology Research Center is seeking a technician with experience in mechanical assembly, experimental testing, and test facility operations. The role involves hands-on assembly, instrumentation, installation, modification, and troubleshooting of test apparatus and facility support systems. Work includes assembling and installing test rigs and facility services such as pneumatic and hydraulic systems, supporting test operations, and maintaining test facility systems. Experience with aero compressor turbomachinery and aero component experimental testing is a plus. Flexible scheduling and support across multiple shifts are required because of the nature of the experimental testing. The position is onsite in East Hartford, Connecticut, and requires U.S. citizenship and an active DoD Secret security clearance after the first day. The role offers a salary range of $43,400 to $82,600 and an RTX total rewards package that may include healthcare, wellness, retirement, and work/life benefits, as well as career development and recognition programs.

Requirements

High school diploma, AA/AS degree, or other two-year post-high-school training, with at least 4 years of relevant experience.
At least 4 years of experience in test facility operations and maintenance, flight line maintenance, or similar hands-on technical work.
U.S. citizenship and a U.S. government security clearance, or the ability to obtain a clearance; an active and existing DoD Secret clearance is required after day one.
Demonstrated understanding of experimental test facility operations and strong troubleshooting skills.
Strict adherence to Environmental, Health and Safety rules and regulations.
Working expertise with high-pressure pneumatic systems, including air and nitrogen, and hydraulic systems, including fuel and oil, and related components.
Ability to follow and execute experimental test procedures.
Good technical judgment and strong teaming and communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Airframe and Powerplant License, technical school certificate or diploma, or skilled trades apprenticeship.
Experience with aero compressor turbomachinery and aero component experimental test operations.
Mechanical assembly, fabrication, and machining skills, with the ability to work from blueprints and schematics.
Familiarity with ASME piping codes.
Familiarity with data acquisition systems and test instrumentation such as pressure, flow, and temperature measurement devices.
Familiarity with Allen Bradley PLC control systems and LabVIEW.
Experience with electronics and low-voltage wiring for instrumentation and controls.
Hands-on experience setting up and operating laser-based measurement techniques.

Responsibilities

Assemble, instrument, install, modify, and troubleshoot test apparatus.
Assemble and install test rigs and test facility support systems, including pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
Support experimental test operations.
Maintain test facility systems.
Provide test support on a flexible schedule and across multiple shifts.
Follow and execute experimental test procedures.