Aerothermal Design Engineer (Onsite)

Prattwhitney; Rainbow (CT); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Generous 401(k) plan with employer matching

Tuition reimbursement program

Life insurance and disability coverage

Employee assistance plan

Job summary

Prattwhitney is looking for an Aerothermal Design Engineer with at least 5 years of experience in aerospace or engineering fields. The role involves overseeing aerothermal design for turbomachinery and participating in multidisciplinary teams to innovate and solve engineering challenges.

Candidates should have a degree in STEM, proficiency in CAD modeling, and experience with commercial CFD software. The position offers excellent benefits, including medical coverage and a generous 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience or 3 years with an advanced degree.
• Prior engineering experience in aerospace or similar fields.
• Capable of characterizing turbomachinery performance in a lab.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of aerothermal design for turbomachinery.
• Participate in multidisciplinary teams for new technologies.
• Perform verification of compressor, turbine, and fan performance maps.

Skills

3-D CAD modeling applications

1-D mean line sizing of turbomachinery

3-D blading of centrifugal compressors

Commercial CFD software (e.g., STAR-CCM+, ANSYS)

Basic programming (Python, MATLAB, C++)

Mechanical design principles

Education

Degree in STEM

Job description

Aerothermal Design Engineer

We are seeking an experienced Aerothermal Design Engineer to play a critical role in the design and development of high-performance systems where aerodynamics and thermal performance are essential to success.

What You Will Do

• Execute, coordinate, and oversee all aspects of aerothermal design for turbomachinery
• Support root‑cause investigations and develop innovative solutions to complex engineering challenges
• Maintain, improve, and develop techniques, methods, and standards for the aerodynamic design of turbomachinery
• Participate in multidisciplinary teams engaged in the design and development of new technologies and system architectures to achieve optimal performance
• Support prototype and production development test activities
• Identify opportunities and establish strategies to improve engineering processes, tools, technologies, and quality‑control standards
• Perform verification and validation of compressor, turbine, and fan performance maps for relevant applications
• Lead the implementation of changes based on analysis of industry trends and developments in turbomachinery
• Share knowledge, mentor, and help develop the next generation of engineers

Qualifications

• Typically requires a degree in STEM and a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience or an advanced degree and a minimum of 3 years of experience
• Prior engineering experience within aerospace, automotive, power generation, or manufacturing environments
• Proficient in 3‑D CAD modeling applications such as Unigraphics NX or similar
• Skilled in 1‑D mean line sizing of turbomachinery
• Experienced in 3‑D blading of centrifugal compressors, radial‑flow turbines, and axial fans
• Capable of characterizing turbomachinery performance in a laboratory environment
• Able to use commercial CFD software such as STAR-CCM+, ANSYS Fluent, or ANSYS CFX for turbomachinery design
• Knowledgeable in basic programming using common languages (Python, MATLAB, C++)
• Understanding of mechanical design principles, including strength analysis and material behavior

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
• Generous 401(k) plan with employer matching and a separate employer retirement contribution including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Student loan repayment program
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Optional coverages such as pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, and ID theft protection
• Birth, adoption, and parental leave benefits
• Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning services
• Autism benefit
• Employee assistance plan with up to 10 free counseling sessions
• Wellness incentives and rewards program
• Doctor on Demand and virtual doctor visits
• Bright Horizons child and elder care services
• Teladoc Medical Experts second‑opinion program

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, 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.