Senior Design Engineer - Mechanical Systems (Onsite)
About The Position
Pratt & Whitney is seeking an experienced Senior Design Engineer to join the Mechanical Systems design team within the Mechanical Systems, Externals & Nacelles (MSEN) organization. The role supports next-generation military engine programs through the design and development of complex mechanical systems hardware, including bearing compartments, rotating bearing assemblies, carbon seals, seal plates, oil distribution systems, and coupling shafts. The engineer develops innovative, cost-effective design solutions that meet structural, functional, packaging, and maintainability requirements while collaborating with cross-functional engineering teams to deliver program commitments. The position is based onsite in East Hartford, Connecticut, and requires less than 25% domestic travel. U.S. citizenship and an active, existing DoD Secret clearance are required after day one. Relocation is eligible. The position offers a 9/80 work schedule.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or another engineering discipline with 5 years of relevant engineering experience, or an advanced degree in a related field with 3 years of relevant experience.
- Relevant mechanical design engineering experience.
- Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) experience.
- Demonstrated ability to deliver successful engineering projects and design solutions.
- U.S. citizenship; only U.S. citizens are eligible for the required security clearance.
- Active and existing DoD Secret security clearance required after day one.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government-issued security clearance.
Nice To Haves
- Experience mentoring engineers and providing technical guidance on calculations, layouts, and EKS deliverables.
- Experience developing mechanical systems hardware for gas turbine engines.
- Experience coordinating with cross-functional teams supporting hardware assembly and validation.
- Ability to independently resolve complex technical challenges and develop effective design solutions.
- Existing U.S. government-issued Secret security clearance.
Responsibilities
- Design and develop mechanical systems hardware, including bearing compartment supports and housings, rotating bearing assemblies, carbon seal assemblies, seal plates, oil distribution systems, and coupling shafts.
- Develop technically sound design solutions, perform fit/function calculations and module assembly assessments, and provide technical guidance to junior engineers.
- Apply Engineering Standard Work (ESW), Engineering Knowledge System (EKS), and RTX CORE tools to improve design processes and hardware definition release methods.
- Participate in Agile Sprint and Increment planning, present design solutions at technical reviews and Sprint Demos, and incorporate stakeholder feedback.
- Support manufacturing vendors and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful hardware development, assembly, validation, and future engine builds.
Benefits
- Eligible for relocation.
- 9/80 work schedule.
- Medical insurance.
- Dental insurance.
- Vision insurance.
- Life insurance.
- Short-term disability.
- Long-term disability.
- 401(k) match.
- Flexible spending accounts.
- Flexible work schedules.
- Employee assistance program.
- Employee Scholar Program.
- Parental leave.
- Paid time off.
- Holidays.
- Potential eligibility for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
