Structures Engineer I (Onsite)

RTX•East Hartford, CT

2d•$57,200 - $108,800•Onsite

About The Position

Pratt & Whitney’s Mechanical Systems, Externals & Nacelles (MSEN) group is seeking a Structures Engineer I to join its Engineering Development Program (EDP), a multiyear program for new college hires. The program accelerates technical capability through substantive work rotations in specific disciplines and connects participants with technical resources and engineering experts. Participants complete three rotations lasting 12, 9, and 9 months, typically across distinct disciplines within the hiring department. The first 2.5 years of the role are part of the EDP. The engineer performs structural analysis throughout the product development cycle, from concept initiation and design through testing, validation, certification, and post-certification. The role evaluates MSEN components using finite element analysis and classical methods, supports testing and field investigations, and works with design teams to balance structural, performance, weight, and producibility requirements. The position is onsite in East Hartford, Connecticut. U.S. citizenship is required because only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under the program or contract; no security clearance is required.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a STEM field, obtained by the start date.
Previous engineering internship experience.
Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0.
U.S. citizenship is required.

Nice To Haves

Experience with ANSYS, Workbench, or other FEA software.
Experience communicating with stakeholders through written reports and presentations that convey project status, decisions, or required actions.
Experience analyzing data to produce actionable insights, collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet project milestones, and adjusting work plans in response to shifting priorities.
Experience completing training or skill-development activities.
Prior RTX internship, co-op, or work experience.

Responsibilities

Perform structural analysis throughout the product development cycle, including concept initiation, preliminary and detailed design, testing and validation, certification, and post-certification.
Recommend design approaches that balance structural, performance, weight, and producibility requirements.
Provide test support during rig and engine validation, monitor critical instrumentation for key learning points and health and safety, reduce and analyze data, and confirm test objectives are met.
Support field investigations and participate in root cause investigation teams.
Use finite element analysis and classical methods to evaluate component strength, stiffness, deflection, vibration, fatigue life, and damage tolerance.
Advance technology and improve engineering standard work processes and methods.
Document analysis results, conduct structures discipline reviews, author SAMs, and present conclusions to Chiefs/Fellows, P&W management, and external customers.