Engineer II, Mechanical Design Engineering (Onsite)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation Eligibility

Job summary

Pratt & Whitney in Middletown, CT is seeking an Engineer II in Mechanical Design Engineering to support the design, development, and optimization of advanced aerospace components. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions for the business and customers, focusing on the fan module and related structures.

The role emphasizes designing across the full cycle, improving maintainability, and coordinating with other engineers to ensure quality and adherence to

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering with 2+ years of experience.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Provide design support across all phases of the design cycle, including preliminary and detailed design, validation, manufacturing, and operational service.
• Develop and enhance designs for components within the fan module, such as cases, frames, IBRs (Integrally Bladed Rotors), bypass ducts, and kinematics.
• Support the existing installed fleet by optimizing components to meet current and future business and customer needs.
• Expand repairability and maintainability for military customers and MRO facilities. Collaborate with quality clinic and related departments to test and verify solutions for field issues.
• Design and implement common procedures and standard work to improve efficiency and quality across the organization.
• Create layouts, sketches, and notes to present design proposals, and calculate stack-ups for detail components.
• Conduct cost studies for new or existing components to ensure objectives and budgets are met.
• Resolve design problems of varying complexity to ensure project completion and review completed layouts and drawings for clarity, accuracy, and conformity to standards.
• Coordinate with other engineering personnel to ensure interrelated designs are aligned and projects are completed successfully.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Manufacturing methods

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

Master’s degree (preferred)

Tools

Teamcenter

NX

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-10-15

Country: United States of America

Location: US-CT-MIDDLETOWN-130 ~ Aircraft Rd ~ BLDG 130

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'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.

As an Engineer II in Mechanical Design Engineering, you will play a critical role in supporting the design, development, and optimization of advanced aerospace components. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions that meet the needs of the business and our customers. Your contributions will help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

What You Will Do

• Provide design support across all phases of the design cycle, including preliminary and detailed design, validation, manufacturing, and operational service.
• Develop and enhance designs for components within the fan module, such as cases, frames, IBRs (Integrally Bladed Rotors), bypass ducts, and kinematics.
• Support the existing installed fleet by optimizing components to meet current and future business and customer needs.
• Expand repairability and maintainability for military customers and MRO facilities. Collaborate with quality clinic and related departments to test and verify solutions for field issues.
• Design and implement common procedures and standard work to improve efficiency and quality across the organization.
• Create layouts, sketches, and notes to present design proposals, and calculate stack-ups for detail components.
• Conduct cost studies for new or existing components to ensure objectives and budgets are met.
• Resolve design problems of varying complexity to ensure project completion and review completed layouts and drawings for clarity, accuracy, and conformity to standards.
• Coordinate with other engineering personnel to ensure interrelated designs are aligned and projects are completed successfully.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering with 2+ years of experience.
• Experience with hardware, reading blueprints, and manufacturing methods.
• 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.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Master’s degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering.
• Proficiency in Teamcenter and NX software tools.
• Experience with engineering standard work and Class I and/or II engineering change processes.
• Communication and interpersonal skills.

What We Offer

• Relocation Eligibility

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.