X-ray Computed Tomography Engineer (Onsite)

RTX•East Hartford, CT

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Pratt & Whitney’s Materials & Processes Engineering department develops advanced materials technologies and manufacturing solutions for military and commercial jet engines. The Materials Characterization organization is seeking an experienced professional to join its micro-computed tomography (micro-CT) team. The engineer will work with interdisciplinary teams to define micro-CT scanning and analysis approaches for projects and report results to multidisciplinary groups. The role supports new materials technology and process development, field investigations and root-cause determination, product and process validation, and resolution of manufacturing and quality issues. The engineer will use in-house micro-CT resources and external vendor capabilities while managing multiple concurrent projects. The position is onsite in East Hartford, Connecticut, and involves travel up to 10%.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as Physics, Chemistry, or Materials Science, with at least 2 years of relevant experience emphasizing materials characterization techniques; alternatively, an advanced degree in a relevant field emphasizing materials characterization techniques, with no experience required.
Fundamental knowledge of X-ray physics, including absorption, scattering, and fluorescence.
U.S. citizenship is required.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in a relevant field with emphasis on materials characterization techniques, such as Physics, Chemistry, or Materials Science.
Background in at least one X-ray characterization technique: X-ray computed tomography, X-ray diffraction, X-ray fluorescence, X-ray absorption spectroscopy, or Laue diffraction.
Computed tomography analysis experience, particularly with Volume Graphics, Avizo, or Dragonfly software.
Experience working with collaborative teams to solve technically difficult problems.
Proficiency presenting technical data to technical and non-technical audiences.
Strong oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with engineering teams across Pratt & Whitney to define work scope and data requirements for development, manufacturing, and field-support projects.
Execute micro-CT scan and analysis plans to meet project needs.
Produce technical reports, communicate micro-CT results, and engage with multidisciplinary teams.
Use in-house micro-CT resources and leverage external vendor capabilities.
Work collaboratively with the micro-CT team, Materials Characterization group, and broader Materials & Processes Engineering organization.
Prioritize, organize, and manage multiple concurrent tasks in a fast-paced environment while meeting deadlines.
Travel up to 10%.