Eng II, Structural Engineer

RTX•East Hartford, CT

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Pratt & Whitney is seeking a self-motivated, detail-focused Structures Engineer (P2) for the Compression Systems Engineering Fan Blades and Static Hardware team within Engineering Support to Operations (ESTO). The role leads cross-functional engineering efforts to meet delivery and producibility targets and resolve technical challenges on commercial and military products. The engineer supports engine production, performs structural assessments using hand calculations and finite element modeling, and contributes to quality, supplier transition, and engineering change activities. The role also supports technical mentorship, outsourced engineering work, proactive producibility improvements for cold-section hardware, and continuous improvement initiatives. The position is onsite at Pratt & Whitney’s East Hartford, Connecticut campus and involves up to 10% domestic and international travel.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in a STEM field and 2 years of engineering experience, or an advanced degree in Engineering.
U.S. citizenship is required because only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Civil Engineering.
Extensive experience in manufacturing-focused engineering within aerospace or mechanical domains.
Strong analytical capabilities, including proficiency with ANSYS or equivalent and fatigue/fracture mechanics.
Proficiency with Pratt & Whitney proprietary tools and Engineering Knowledge Systems.

Responsibilities

Support engine production by executing and overseeing day-to-day activities.
Drive proactive producibility improvement efforts.
Support critical quality issues, supplier transitions, and Class 2 engineering changes.
Perform structural assessments using hand calculations and finite element modeling, engineering standard work, analytical tools, and engineering judgment.
Provide technical mentorship and hands-on guidance, and review structural analyses.
Work with and mentor outsourced engineers to maintain high-quality deliverables.
Support proactive technical efforts to improve the producibility of cold-section hardware.
Contribute to strategic planning and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
Champion safety and core ESTO values.

Benefits

Relocation eligibility.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Life insurance.
Short-term and long-term disability.
401(k) match.
Flexible spending accounts.
Flexible work schedules.
Employee assistance program.
Employee Scholar Program.
Parental leave.
Paid time off and holidays.
Potential eligibility for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs.