Principal Additive Manufacturing Process Engineer

RTX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Additive Manufacturing Process and Capability Center (AMPCC) encompasses a critical mass of Additive Manufacturing (AM) process and industrialization experts, the necessary equipment, and develops the strategic collaborations needed to rapidly mature the technology and manufacturing readiness of AM. The AMPCC is focusing on the research, development and deployment of additive manufacturing tools and processes for our business units. The Principal Metal Additive Manufacturing Process Engineer will be challenged with solving unique and interesting problems to enable new commercial aerospace and defense products. They will be responsible for one or more of the following activities as they relate to the AMPCC, including:

Requirements

• A University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years experience.
• Expertise in Additive Manufacturing tools and processes
• Scripting experience with Matlab, Python, VBA, JavaScript or similar
• Experience with software and tools used in Additive Manufacturing including CAD packages
• Working understanding of AM machine sensors and control systems
• US Citizenship required.
• The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance

Nice To Haves

• Preferred candidates for this position will have a PhD in Mechanical, Chemical, Manufacturing Engineering or related technical field.
• Strong presentation, planning, problem solving, organizational, and project management skills

Responsibilities

• Lead process development activity to improve print capability, increase speed, reduce cost and enhance material performance in support of advanced RTX Business Unit product initiatives
• Drive AM Qualification efforts utilizing IQ, OQ and MQ with a strong collaborative RTX Business Unit cross functional team
• Develop and utilize advanced tools and equipment to characterize machines and process space
• Collaborate with government, industry, academic, and RTX Business Unit partners to develop whitepapers, project concepts, and responsive proposals
• Conduct RCCA activities on build failures, machine or process issues, or product performance gaps
• Work with cross-functional teams including materials, design, simulation, operations, and characterization engineers to support and improve the full value stream
• Support RTX Business Units by providing process expertise and best practices

Benefits

• Whether you’re just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement and work/life benefits; career development and recognition programs.
• Some of the benefits we offer include parental (including paternal) leave, flexible work schedules, achievement awards, educational assistance and child/adult backup care.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Principal
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees