Eng II, Structural Engineer

Pratt & Whitney; East Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 69,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Benefits package

Job summary

Pratt & Whitney, a world leader in aircraft engines and aerospace systems, seeks a self‑motivated Structures Engineer (P2) to join the ESTO team in East Hartford, CT. You will drive cross‑functional engineering efforts, perform structural analyses, and mentor teammates to resolve producibility challenges.

The role emphasizes producing quality deliverables, supporting quality issues, and advancing safety and ESTO values, with travel up to 10%.

Qualifications

• B.S. in STEM and 2 years of engineering experience, or an advanced engineering degree.
• Preferred Master's in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Civil Engineering.
• Experience in aerospace or mechanical manufacturing engineering.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional engineering efforts to meet deliverable targets.
• Perform structural assessments via hand calculations and FEA with supervision.
• Mentor team members and review structural analyses for quality.
• Collaborate with outsourced engineers to ensure deliverables meet standards.
• Improve producibility of cold-section hardware through technical input.
• Support strategic planning and drive safety and ESTO values.
• Travel up to 10% (Domestic and International).

Skills

ANSYS

Fatigue/fracture mechanics

Structural analysis

Education

B.S. in STEM

Advanced degree in Engineering

Tools

PW proprietary tools

Engineering Knowledge Systems

Job description

At RTX, the world's 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 is working to once again transform the future of flight—designing, building and servicing engines unlike any the world has ever seen. And because transformation begins from within, we’re seeking the people to drive it. So, calling all curious. Come ready to explore and you’ll find a place where your talent takes flight—beyond the borders of title, a country or your comfort zone. Bring your passion and commitment and we’ll welcome you into a tight-knit team that takes our mission personally. Channel your drive to make a difference into shaping an organization and an industry that’s evolving fast to the future.

At Pratt & Whitney, the difference you make is on display every day. Just look up. Are you ready to go beyond?

Pratt & Whitney is seeking a self‑motivated and detail‑focused Structures Engineer (P2) to join the Compression Systems Engineering (CSE) Fan Blades and Static Hardware team within Engineering Support to Operations (ESTO) to lead cross‑functional engineering efforts to meet delivery and producibility targets, ensuring timely resolution of technical challenges of Pratt & Whitney’s commercial and military products.

What You Will Do

• Support engine production by executing and overseeing day‑to‑day activities, driving proactive producibility improvement efforts, supporting critical quality issues, supplier transitions, and Class 2 engineering changes.
• Perform structural assessments via hand calculations and finite element modeling using engineering standard work, analytical tools, and engineering judgment with limited supervision.
• Support team development by providing technical mentorship; this includes hands‑on technical guidance and review of structural analysis, promoting a culture of safety and best practices.
• Work along and mentor outsourced engineers to maintain high quality of deliverables.
• Support proactive technical efforts to improve the producibility of cold‑section hardware.
• Contribute to strategic planning and drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance performance, championing safety and core ESTO values.
• Travel up to 10% (Domestic and International).

Qualifications You Must Have

• Bachelor of Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and
• 2 years of engineering experience, or an Advanced degree in Engineering.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Advanced technical expertise with a Master’s in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Civil Engineering.
• Extensive experience in manufacturing‑focused engineering within aerospace or mechanical domains.
• Strong analytical capabilities, including proficiency in ANSYS (or equivalent) and fatigue/fracture mechanics.
• Proficiency with P&W proprietary tools and Engineering Knowledge Systems.

What We Offer

Relocation: Eligible for Relocation.

Location: This role is open to working at Pratt & Whitney’s East Hartford, Connecticut campus.

Department/Segment Overview

Engineering Support to Operations (ESTO): ESTO provides dedicated support by eliminating quality notifications, escapes, works stops and enabling producibility and delivery of legacy and new parts, assemblies, modules, and engines. ESTO covers all engine programs and part families, enabling engine deliveries, first piece reviews, first article inspections, analysis automation, process certification. ESTO also supports the Manufacturing Readiness Level (MRL) initiative in Operations. Technical disciplines in ESTO include Project Engineering, Mechanical Design, Structural Analysis, Product Definition, and Manufacturing Engineering.

What is your Role Type

This role is: 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 the 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 68,900 USD - 131,100 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.