Research Engineer, Acoustics

RTX•East Hartford, CT

6d•$107,500 - $204,500•Hybrid

About The Position

The Aerodynamics & Acoustics Discipline at RTX Technology Research Center (RTRC) is seeking candidates with expertise in computational and/or experimental aeroacoustics or hydroacoustics. This role involves joining an integrated team of engineers and technicians dedicated to advancing innovative technologies for aerospace and defense applications. The successful candidate will collaborate within multidisciplinary teams to perform technology, product, and program research using state-of-the-art R&D principles, methods, and tools. They will develop pioneering solutions to both fundamental and applied research challenges, demonstrate creativity in delivering advanced technologies, and communicate results effectively through written reports and presentations. The position also includes contributing to research proposal development for RTX business units and government agencies.

Requirements

An advanced degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and 5 years of relevant experience or equivalent military education and experience.
Minimum of 1 year of experience in fundamental principles of fluid dynamics and acoustics, including acoustic analogies and unsteady fluid flow phenomena.
Minimum of 1 year of experience in the application of computational and/or experimental skills towards the development of new technologies.
This job requires a U.S. Person. A U.S. Person is a lawful permanent resident as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) or who is a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, U.S. permanent residents, or individuals granted refugee or asylee status in the U.S. are considered U.S. persons.

Nice To Haves

A PhD in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or closely related field and 5 years of relevant experience or equivalent military education and experience.
Adaptability and the ability to thrive in a collaborative environment.
Excellent communication skills, informal and formal presentation skills, and ability to foster positive relationships with internal and external partners.
Ability to manage uncertain requirements, develop approaches to solve problems, and recognize when additional subject matter expertise is needed.
High-fidelity modeling and simulation of aeroacoustic mechanisms, including sound generation and propagation in aerospace and naval systems.
Experimental methods for noise measurement and characterization of unsteady flow and acoustic phenomena.
Analysis of sound generation and transmission in air or water vehicles, propulsion systems, air‑management systems, and related components.
Development and evaluation of noise‑reduction concepts, including acoustic liners.
Wave phenomena in fluids and solids, including acoustic metamaterials.
Application of ultrasound‑based measurement and inspection techniques.
Use of advanced sensing concepts and signal‑processing techniques.

Responsibilities

Collaborate within multidisciplinary teams to perform technology, product, and program research using state-of-the-art R&D principles, methods, and tools.
Develop pioneering solutions to both fundamental and applied research challenges.
Demonstrate creativity in delivering advanced technologies.
Communicate results effectively through written reports and presentations.
Contribute to research proposal development for RTX business units and government agencies.