Engineer I: Aftermarket Development Program (ADP)

RTX (Raytheon); East Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

RTX in East Hartford, CT invites you to join the Aftermarket Development Program (ADP), a two-year, entry-level rotational program within Pratt & Whitney's Aftermarket Operations. Participants complete three eight-month rotations across engineering, quality, and operations at U.S.

sites, relocating to three distinct locations and gaining broad cross-functional exposure to prepare for full-time roles. THE PROGRAM PROVIDES hands-on experience in engine repair development, shop floor processes, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Aerospace, Industrial, Materials, Manufacturing, Mechanical, Engineering or related STEM field by start date.
• Willing to relocate to a different U.S. location every eight months for three assignments.
• Experience presenting technical or operational data to external stakeholders or holding a leadership/coordinator role in a student organization.

Responsibilities

• Complete three eight-month rotations in engineering, quality, and operations across U.S. sites.
• Interpret engine manuals and data, develop repair processes, and create work instructions for shop floor teams.
• Lead corrective and preventive actions, root-cause investigations, and quality reviews with regulatory and customer interfaces.
• Coordinate with manufacturing, planning, and supply chain to support engine sustainment and improvements.

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM field

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-09-15

Country: United States of America

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

Position Role Type: Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: This job requires a U.S. Person. A U.S. Person is a lawful permanent resident as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) or who is a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, U.S. permanent residents, or individuals granted refugee or asylee status in the U.S. are considered U.S. persons. For a complete definition of "U.S. Person" go here: https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-22/chapter-I/subchapter-M/part-120/subpart-C/section-120.62

Security Clearance Type: None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status: Not Required

Are you ready to explore the world of aerospace and defense? Do you want to learn from and collaborate with some of the greatest minds in the industry? At RTX, our internships, co-ops and full-time careers provide an exceptional foundation to work on complex problems, advance your skills and create a safer, more connected world. Discover opportunities to make a difference at RTX.

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.

The Aftermarket Development Program (ADP) is a two-year, entry-level rotational program within Pratt & Whitney's Aftermarket Operations (AMO) organization. Program participants complete three 8-month rotations, each focused on a different discipline: engineering, quality, and operations. Each rotation takes place at a different domestic overhaul and component repair facility within the U.S., meaning participants will relocate to three distinct locations over the course of the program. These varied site assignments are designed to provide broad, cross-functional exposure and a deep understanding of how aftermarket teams collaborate to support engine sustainment. Upon successful completion of the program, participants are prepared to transition into full-time roles within one of Pratt & Whitney's aftermarket business units.

Potential Assignment Sites

• East Hartford, CT
• Lansing, MI
• North Berwick, ME
• Grand Prairie, TX
• Springdale, AR
• Columbus, GA
• West Palm Beach, FL

What You Will Do

Complete three eight-month rotations in engineering, quality, and operations across U.S. sites, adapting quickly to new maintenance and overhaul facilities and teams

Engineering: Interpret engine manuals and technical data, develop and implement new repair processes, create detailed work instructions for shop floor employees, and resolve both routine and complex technical issues in support of engine component repair and overhaul.

Quality: Drive corrective and preventive actions, lead root‑cause investigations for nonconformance, perform product and process quality reviews, and collaborate with regulatory agencies, customers, vendors, and engineering teams to resolve technical and quality issues.

Operations: Oversee daily manufacturing execution by leading a workforce, planning labor and schedules, driving key performance metrics, and implement training, communication, and process improvements to increase productivity and meet rising production demands.

Support cross-functional areas including manufacturing, customer service, strategic planning, supply chain, and global supplier development

Continuously seek new challenges by leading high impact projects, identifying improvement opportunities across the business, and expanding your technical and operational capabilities

What You Will Learn

Deep understanding of the core elements of maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) operations within the fast-paced aftermarket environment, including engine repair development, shop visit execution, and quality assurance to support global fleets

Qualifications You Must Have

• Bachelor's degree in Aerospace, Industrial, Materials, Manufacturing, Mechanical, Engineering or related Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) major. Degree must be obtained by start date: June 2027
• Willing and able to relocate to a different U.S. location every eight (8) months for three distinct assignments
• Demonstrated experience presenting/communicating technical or operational data to external stakeholders, peer groups, leadership, or customers OR holding a designated leadership/coordinator role within a student organization, desig