Additive Manufacturing Materials Engineer

RTX; East Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 69,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Parental leave

Flexible schedules

Educational assistance

Backup care

Achievement awards

Job summary

RTX's Additive Manufacturing Materials Engineer role in East Hartford, CT, onsite, focuses on advancing AM material qualification and data infrastructure. You will collaborate with materials, design, simulation, and operations teams to mature AM processes for aerospace and defense applications.

The position requires hands-on material testing experience, knowledge of AM processes, and strong communication skills. RTX offers a competitive rewards package and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with material testing equipment.
• Understanding of AM processes and materials.
• Ability to work in multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support AM material qualification programs.
• Oversee pedigree PSP data curation in software tools.
• Support PSP software improvement.
• Elucidate process-structure-property relationships for AM materials.
• Coordinate fractography and non-destructive testing.
• Prepare monthly and quarterly reports.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams across design, simulation, and operations.
• Address RTX business unit needs.

Skills

Material testing

Additive manufacturing

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

University Engineering Degree

Advanced degree in Materials

Tools

Matlab

Python

VBA

JavaScript

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-09-23 Country: United States of America

Location: US-CT-EAST HARTFORD-RTRC H ~ 411 Silver Ln ~ RTRC H

Position Role Type: Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Security Clearance Type: None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status: Not RequiredAt 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. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

The Additive Manufacturing Process and Capability Center (AMPCC) encompasses a critical mass of Additive Manufacturing (AM) process and industrialization experts, the necessary equipment, and develops the strategic collaborations needed to rapidly mature the technology and manufacturing readiness of AM. The AMPCC focuses on the research, development and deployment of additive manufacturing tools and processes for our business units.The Additive Manufacturing Materials Engineer will be challenged with solving unique and interesting problems to enable new commercial aerospace and defense products. They will be responsible for one or more of the following activities as they relate to the AMPCC, including:

• Support the timely execution of AM Material Qualification programs
• Ensure tasks from internal and external suppliers are executed per the requirements
• Oversee the curation of pedigreed process-structure-property (PSP) data into various software tools
• Support the continuous improvement of internally developed PSP software
• Elucidate underlying process-structure-property relationships for additively manufactured materials
• Coordinate fractography and non destructive testing
• Support the generation of monthly and quarterly reports
• Work with cross-functional teams including materials, design, simulation, operations, and characterization engineers to gain a deep understanding of and support the full value stream
• Work with RTX Business Units to understand and address their needs

Qualifications You Must Have

• The candidate should have a strong understanding of engineering principles and hands-on experience working with material testing equipment. Candidate must be able to work effectively in a multidisciplinary, collaborative team environment focused on innovation and have demonstrated both verbal and written communication skills including:
• Typically requires a University Engineering Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 2 years prior relevant experience, or an advanced Degree in a related field
• Hands on experience in a material testing environment
• Working understanding of AM processes

Qualifications We Prefer

• Preferred candidates for this position will have an advanced degree in Materials Engineering or related technical field. A minimum 3.5 GPA is desirable.
• Scripting experience with Matlab, Python, VBA, JavaScript or similar
• Experience with metal materials processed via laser powder bed fusion
• Strong writing and verbal communication skills and ability to work with complex worksheets
• Strong presentation, planning, problem solving, organizational, and project management skills
• Highly self-motivated and detail oriented

What We Offer

Whether you’re just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement and work/life benefits; career development and recognition programs. Some of the benefits we offer include parental (including paternal) leave, flexible work schedules, achievement awards, educational assistance and child/adult backup care.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote. The salary range for this role is 68,900 USD - 131,100 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills. Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, 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, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance. This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply. RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

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