Certification Specialist - Principal Engineer (Onsite)

Pratt & Whitney; East Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 108,000 - 205,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Scholar Program

Job summary

Pratt & Whitney is seeking an experienced engineer to support commercial engine certification activities and substantiation for active programs. You will collaborate with certification specialists, CIPTs, and other disciplines to ensure successful certification activities and post‑certification design changes.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in engineering, 8 years of engineering experience (or an advanced degree with 5 years), and U.S. citizenship.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field.
• 8 years of engineering experience or an advanced degree with 5 years experience.
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Responsibilities

• Learn the commercial engine certification process for active programs including the NGPF programs.
• Collaborate with certification specialists, CIPTs, other systems disciplines to support substantiation plans and reports for engine certification activity.
• Track certification deliverables through the certification process and coordinate with SIPTs.
• Lead validation projects via the FAA for certified products through foreign regulators.
• Potentially qualify as an FAA-delegated unit member to support engine programs.
• Travel is up to 10%.

Skills

Engine knowledge

Certification know-how

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Advanced degree with 5+ years engineering

Job description

Location: US-CT-EAST HARTFORD-ETC ~ 400 Main St ~ BLDG ETC

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

• Learn the commercial engine certification process and apply it for the active commercial certification programs including the NGPF (Next Generation Product Family) Programs.
• Collaborate with existing certification specialists, ODA Unit Members, CIPTs, other systems disciplines and technical specialists to support development of substantiation plans and reports for initial engine model certification activity and post certification design changes.
• Track certification deliverables through the various steps of the certification process and coordinate with members of the various engine program SIPTs (System Integrated Product Teams).
• Lead validation projects (via the FAA) for certified product through foreign regulators following established agreements.
• Once fully proficient in this position you may eventually be eligible as an ODA unit member with FAA delegated authority providing dedicated support to one or more specific engine programs.
• Travel is up to 10%.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Bachelor’s Degree
• 8 years of engineering experience or an Advanced degree with 5 years of engineering experience
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract

Qualifications We Prefer

• Strong engine technical knowledge
• Familiarity with the FAA Type Certification process (FAR 21) and FAA certification design standards (FAR 33, 34, 25)
• Experience within one or more P&W engineering organizations while supporting prior certification or post certification activities (Validation, Test, Performance, Structures, Hot Section, Cold Section, etc.)

What We Offer

• Employee Scholar Program

What Is My Role Type

• Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.

Candidates will learn more about role type and current site status throughout the recruiting process. For onsite and hybrid roles, commuting to and from the assigned site is the employee’s personal responsibility.

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 107,500 USD - 204,500 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.