Aerospace Design Engineer - Hot Section Engineering

Cybotic System; East Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 125,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Cybotic System seeks an experienced mechanical/aerospace engineer specializing in gas turbine hot sections to lead design and analysis efforts in Connecticut. The role requires 8–10 years of turbomachinery experience, proficiency with ASME Y14.5M standards, and the ability to interpret complex blueprints.

You will collaborate on combustor, turbine, and exhaust hardware projects, perform root-cause analyses, and document findings with MS Office tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or related engineering discipline.
• 8-10 years of experience in gas turbine engines, with emphasis on hot section engineering.
• Experience with Pratt & Whitney Aerospace is required.
• Ability to interpret part blueprints and knowledge of ASME Y14.5M standards.
• Solid understanding of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Proficient in technical writing and MS Office documentation.
• Knowledge of GTF engine combustor, turbine, and exhaust hardware.
• Understanding of gas turbine operating theory and SOPs, root-cause analysis, and mistake-proofing.
• Strong communication, organizational, and time-management skills.
• Meticulous attention to detail and ability to manage complex engineering projects.

Skills

Gas turbine experience

Hot section engineering

GD&T proficiency

Blueprint interpretation

Root-cause analysis

Technical writing

Project management

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or related engineering

Tools

MS Office

Job description

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or a related engineering discipline.


• Experience: 8 - 10 years of experience in gas turbine engines, with a strong focus on hot section engineering.


• Proven expertise working with Pratt & Whitney Aerospace is required.


• Ability to interpret part blueprints, and strong knowledge of ASME Y14.5M standards.


• Advanced understanding of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) principles.


• Proficient in technical writing and documentation using MS Office tools.


• In-depth knowledge of GTF Engine Combustor, Turbine, and Exhaust hardware.


• Solid grasp of gas turbine engine operating theory and familiarity with standard operating procedures, root-cause analysis, and mistake-proofing.


• Strong communication, organizational, and time-management skills.


• Meticulous attention to detail and a proven ability to manage complex engineering projects.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Hands-on experience in product development for gas turbine components, specifically related to the hot section.


• Strong problem-solving skills, with a proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues in design and manufacturing processes.

Additional Requirements:

• Must be able to meet ITAR and EAR regulations (U.S. citizenship, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee status).