Nondestructive Evaluation Research & Development Engineer (Onsite)

RTX•East Hartford, CT

4d•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. Pratt & Whitney’s Materials & Processes Engineering (MPE) organization is seeking a Nondestructive Evaluation (NDE) Engineer to support research, development, and execution of nondestructive inspection projects. Key customers include the U.S. Air Force, Navy, Army, commercial airlines, and Pratt & Whitney engine programs. The role focuses on developing new inspection techniques, tooling, and applications for Pratt & Whitney engine components. All developed solutions must meet customer requirements for inspection capability, reliability, and practicality.

Requirements

M.S or PHD. in Engineering or Material science is required.
Experience in Nondestructive inspection technologies, which can include expertise in electromagnetic, ultrasonics, X-ray/CT, FPI, and emerging NDE methods.
U.S. citizenship is required as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program contract.

Nice To Haves

NDE degree is preferred
Experience with electromagnetic or NDE modeling using tools such as COMSOL, CST, or CIVA.
Exhibited clear and effective communication, both verbal and written.
Confirmed effectiveness as a detail-oriented individual that possesses the ability to prioritize, organize, and multi-task in a flexible, fast-paced, and challenging environment to effectively meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

Develop new inspection techniques, sensors, tooling, and procedures for nondestructive inspection applications including, but not limited to, eddy current (electromagnetic), ultrasonics, thermal, FPI, X-ray, visual (borescope), and other advanced inspection concepts.
Plan, manage, and execute inspection development projects in a timely manner.
Create novel and advanced inspection tooling and progress technologies through appropriate Technology Readiness Levels to support eventual field implementation.
Collaborate closely with MPE-NDE Applications and Training teams on deployment of inspections to field operations.
Monitor and assess project issues and develop resolutions that support customer satisfaction goals and program objectives.
Verify that deployed inspection techniques meet structural flaw detection requirements, including minimum detectable flaw size and probability of detection (POD).