Operational Safety Risk Analyst (Onsite)

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

Benefits offered by this job

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

holidays

Job summary

Pratt & Whitney, part of RTX, is seeking a safety-focused engineer in East Hartford, CT. The role focuses on flight safety processes, risk assessments, and hazard analyses for gas turbine propulsion systems, working with PW experts and regulators onsite at the East Hartford site.

The position requires a STEM degree and 2 years of experience, U.S. citizenship, and strong leadership and analytical skills. Competitive benefits and opportunities to collaborate across aerospace teams are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM).
• 2 years of experience or an Advanced degree.
• U.S. citizenship is required for access to information under this program/contract.
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities as an integrator or within a team setting.
• Familiarity with Pratt & Whitney’s Leadership Operating Model (LOM) or similar.
• Strong communication skills across leadership levels.
• Analytical background with engine hardware and systems.
• Analytical background with programming or extensive Excel (VBA).
• Experience in Manufacturing, Military, Aerospace, or Aviation industries.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate proficiency in flight safety processes and SIM/ESW.
• Perform quantitative safety risk assessments on gas turbine propulsion systems.
• Develop models blending engineering insights with statistics to guide actions.
• Document engine event sequences and hazards within SIM.
• Coordinate with PW technical experts to ensure safety across programs.
• Communicate results to multiple organizational levels and regulators.

Skills

Flight safety processes

SIM and ESW

Safety Risk Assessment

Engineering problem solving

Excel (VBA)

Education

Bachelor's Degree in STEM

Tools

SharePoint (SIM)

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-09-10 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 certain necessary systems. 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

• Demonstrate proficiency in flight safety processes, including Safety Issue Management (SIM) L3/ESW, Safety Risk Assessment ESW, customer safety guidance (FAA Guidelines) Participate in Internal Safety Review process to ensure accountability is maintained throughout the flight safety process. Ensure accurate Safety Issue Status (SIM) status; proficiency in SIM SharePoint tool is preferred Maintain flexibility to support urgent program flight safety concerns Perform quantitative safety risk assessments on gas turbine propulsion systems, identify flight safety hazard and provide guidance within the program. Develop quantitative models blending engineering insights and statistical methods to determine required actions Coordinate with P&W technical experts to identify and document engine event sequences that could hazard the aircraft, producing aircraft hazard assessments, and manage these hazards within the PW Safety Issue Management Process (SIM) Understands safety threshold guidance as it applies to both P&W internal and external customers; focusing on program-specific safety analysis guidance Communicates and works effectively with different organizations in the company including PCEs, CIPTs, EDSI, CTS, Programs, Aftermarket, etc. Understands Safety Board process. Participate in the updating the Safety Board SharePoint tool and executive level visibility in presenting tasks to the Safety Board. High energy role offers an opportunity to collaborate with and to present results to individuals from multiple levels of P&W, aircraft manufacturers, and regulators

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM)
• 2 years of experience or an Advanced degree
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities as an integrator or within another team-oriented role
• Familiarity of Pratt & Whitney’s Leadership Operating Model (LOM) or similar
• Communication skills, including effective listening, clear written/verbal communication and experience working with various levels of leadership
• Analytical background with familiarity in engine hardware, systems, technical problem solving.
• Analytical background with computer programming or extensive Microsoft Excel (VBA) experience.
• Work experience within the Manufacturing, Military, Aerospace, or Aviation industries.

What We Offer

PSCV and Engineering Quality ensures flight safety and compliance by validating and certifying products, engineering processes, and services that meet regulatory, engineering, and customer requirements to safeguard our employees, customers, and the flying public.

Salary and Benefits

The salary range for this role is 68,900 USD - 131,100 USD.

• 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
• holidays
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.

Eligibility & Security Clearance

U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access certain necessary systems. Security Clearance Type: None/Not Required Security Clearance Status: Not Required

Role Type

This role is: 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. This requisition is eligible for an employee referral award. ALL eligibility requirements must be met to receive the referral award.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.

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.