Calibration Engineer - Core Quality (Onsite)

Prattwhitney; East Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 87,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

401(k) match

Flexible spending accounts

Flexible work schedules

Employee Scholar Program

Parental leave

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

Pratt & Whitney is seeking a Calibration Engineer to join the SQPA calibration team in the US. You will calibrate MTE for production gages, ensuring timely, accurate results and interfacing with engineering, manufacturing and management.

The role emphasizes bench lab work (about 80%) with documentation, adherence to ISO17025 and ANSI Z540 standards, and collaboration across functions. BS +5y or advanced degree +3y required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent with 5+ years of relevant experience.
• Advanced degree with 3+ years of related experience.
• ISO17025 knowledge is preferred.
• Experience with M&TE calibration and measurement equipment.
• Proficient with SAP and calibration systems to update data.
• Familiar with ANSI Z540 calibration standards.
• MS Office suite experience (Word/Excel/PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Calibrate MTE and perform capability & suitability testing.
• Investigate non-conformances and document results.
• Perform tasks in a bench lab (80%) and office (20%).
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing and management teams.
• Lead calibration scheduling and data integrity efforts.

Skills

Metrology knowledge

Calibration procedures

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor of Science Degree or equivalent experience

Advanced Degree in related field

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Microsoft Project

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-08-11 Country: United States of America Location: US-CT-EAST HARTFORD-ETC ~ 400 Main St ~ BLDG ETC 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 Required At RTX, the world 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. Pratt & Whitney is a world leader in the design, manufacture and service of aircraft engines and auxiliary power systems and has been revolutionizing modern flight for over 100 years. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

What You Will Do:

• servicing & calibrating M&TE
• Capability & Suitability testing of M&TE
• non-conformance investigations

Work activity is 80% bench lab work and 20% desk work.

What You Will Learn:

The Supplier Quality and Process Approval (SQ&PA) calibration team is responsible for Measurement and Test Equipment (M&TE) calibration for Pratt & Whitney production gages. Timely and accurate calibrations for Dimensional or Electrical Discipline. Perform task prioritizations. Apply technical expertise in the evaluation, development, maintenance and use of products, devices, tests, or procedures under constantly changing conditions where some ingenuity and judgment are required. Interacts with other functional groups (engineering, manufacturing, management) on routine tech.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Bachelor of Science Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience
• An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years experience

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Education/experience in mathematics/statistics is a plus.
• Knowledge of industry standards ISO17025.
• General Competence pertaining to Testing and Calibration Laboratories.
• ANSI Z540 Requirements for the Calibration of Measuring and Test Equipment.
• Ability to use Microsoft word, excel, project, and power point.
• Willingness to cross train in other metrology areas to support periodic requirements.
• Understanding of Metrology.
• Perform technical tasks based on written or verbal instructions.
• Plan and perform calibrations within the specified turn time.
• Troubleshoot items not meeting requirements.
• Work within SAP and specified calibration systems to update information on M&TE.
• Implement and support CORE and the Raytheon CORE culture.
• Adhere to Environmental, Health, and Safety requirements and continuously strive to improve safety.
• Continue expanding knowledge of Calibration.
• Willingness to learn Measurement Uncertainty and apply it.
• Lead customer expectations regarding calibration schedule.
• Knowledge of mechanical, physical, and electrical properties.
• Create standard work and operating procedures.
• Lead process improvement for current procedures and processes.

The salary range for this role is 86,800 USD - 165,200 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.

RTX is an aerospace and defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 195,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.