Control System Engine Airframe Integration Principal Engineer P4 (Onsite)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Pratt & Whitney CDS in East Hartford is seeking a senior engineer to lead the development and certification of control systems and diagnostics for military, commercial, and industrial engines. The role spans requirements, architecture, design, verification, and life-cycle support.

Candidates should have a STEM degree and extensive experience in engine/airframe integration, strong communication, and the ability to drive complex projects in a fast-paced environment; relocation may be offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in STEM required.
• 8 years of engineering experience or 5 years with an advanced degree.

Responsibilities

• Establish and manage control system and airframe interface requirements.
• Analyze, decompose, validate, and document functional requirements.
• Plan software release content with airframer and internal customers.
• Coordinate verification and validation plans for engine/airframe interfaces.
• Support onsite airframer integration, validation & verification as needed.
• Lead root cause investigations with stakeholders.

Skills

engine/airframe integration

military aircraft experience

lead project management

presentation skills

agile teams

Education

Bachelor’s degree in STEM

Tools

JIRA

DOORS

FADEC

engine control units

system integration

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-08-14 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: The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance Security Clearance Type: DoD Clearance: Secret Security Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required after day 1 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.

Pratt & Whitney Control & Diagnostic Systems (CDS) is a dynamic engineering organization focused on the development and certification of military, commercial and industrial gas turbine engine control, and diagnostic systems. CDS is responsible for all aspects of Pratt & Whitney engine control and diagnostic system development including: requirements analysis & definition, system & software architecture, algorithm design, and product software design, verification & validation. We integrate the control and diagnostic system design across other engine system modules and with the air vehicles and provide support throughout the complete engine product life cycle.

Key Responsibilities:

• Establish and manage incoming and outgoing control system and airframe interface requirements.
• Analyze, decompose, validate, and document all relevant functional requirements.
• Plan software release content with airframer and internal customers and develop critical integration milestones and handoffs.
• Plan and coordinate verification and validation plans for Engine/Airframe Interface Requirements, including planning and execution of airframe integration rigs.
• As required, support onsite airframer integration, validation & verification.
• Participate as necessary in Engine Airframe Integration, Component Integrated Product Team (CIPT) and other integration meetings.
• Coordinate and lead airframe / control system Technical Interchange Meetings (TIMs) and Design Reviews as required.
• Identify, assess, and communicate system-level functional risks, and develop mitigation plans and execute burndowns of those risks.
• Assess customer impact of open problems.
• Coordinate and, as necessary, lead root cause investigation efforts with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensure full compliance of external communications with relevant IP and export requirements.

You Must Have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM)
• 8 years of engineering experience or 5 years with an advanced degree

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Experience with engine/airframe integration, weapon system integration, working with the customer (airframer) to install the engine.
• Experience with military aircraft and or engine engineering processes.
• Good written and oral presentation skills and the ability to lead projects from the planning phase through execution.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with attention to detail, deadlines, and reporting.
• Experience with JIRA, DOORS, FADEC, control systems, engine control units, engine interface.
• Experience working on Agile teams.
• Desire for continuous learning and innovation.

Benefits Relocation Assistance

Engine Design & Systems Integration (EDSI) Controls & Diagnostics Systems (CDS) CDS develops complex, cyber-resilient control systems and software for commercial and military engines including power and thermal management Systems and auxiliary power units. CDS also develops advanced diagnostic & health management systems to monitor our products, forecast events and help facilitate MRO operations. With growing emphasis on sustainability, CDS is on the forefront of system development for hybrid and electric propulsion.

What is my role type?

In addition to transforming the future of flight, we are also transforming how and where we work. We've introduced role types to help you understand how you will operate in our blended work environment. Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance workers, as they are essential to the development of our engines. 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. 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.

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.

Privacy Policy and Terms: Click on this link to read the Policy and Terms 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.