Senior Composites Engineer (Onsite)

RTX•Middletown, CT

2d•$86,800 - $165,200•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.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering with 5+ years’ relevant experience in Defense/Aerospace or related industries, OR Advanced Degree in a related field and 3+ years of experience.
U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering
Advanced Degree in Engineering
Active US Security Clearance
Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or similar)
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Teamcenter, SAP, Microsoft Project, or other project management software.
Familiarity with non-destructive testing methods for composites
Hands-on composites manufacturing experience using hand layup/autoclave, compression molding, or RTM techniques
The ability to communicate effectively with customers, co-workers, suppliers and management in varying disciplines
Strong engineering problem solving that will enable the transformation of the organization

Responsibilities

Composite design support across all phases of the design cycle, preliminary through detailed design, validation, manufacturing, and operational service.
Resolve design problems of difficult-to-complex scope to ensure project completion as well as review completed layouts and drawings to ensure clarity, completeness, conformity to standards, procedures, specifications, and accuracy of calculations and dimensioning.
Design and implements common procedures and standard work across the organization to optimize efficiency and quality. Also develop data and make layouts, sketches, and notes necessary to present design proposals.
Lead cross-functional engineering projects by managing scope, schedule, budget, and deliverables to achieve program milestones on time and within budget.
Prepare and present technical and program status updates to CIPT (Component Integrated Product Team) and Pratt & Whitney leadership, clearly communicating progress, risks, and required actions.
Lead engineering change execution, risk assessments, and mitigation planning to reduce cost, schedule, and technical exposure across the project lifecycle.
Assist in manufacturing process development at suppliers and ensure the manufacturability of component designs, documenting and presenting results to management and external customers.