Principal Composite Research Engineer

Pratt & Whitney; East Hartford (CT); Hybrid; USD 101,000 - 203,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace and defense company is seeking an innovative engineer/scientist specializing in polymer matrix composites. This hybrid role involves working with multi-disciplinary teams to advance novel materials and manufacturing technologies for aerospace and defense applications. Candidates should possess a relevant degree and extensive experience in automated manufacturing processes.

Benefits

Parental leave

Flexible work schedules

Educational assistance

Child/adult backup care

Qualifications

• 8+ years of related work experience with a Bachelor's degree.
• 5+ years with a Master's degree or 3+ years with a PhD.
• Experience in automated manufacturing processes and robotics.

Responsibilities

• Work with multi-disciplinary teams on technology contracts.
• Support PMC-related technology development strategy.
• Generate intellectual properties and publish technical findings.

Skills

Automated manufacturing processes

Robotics

Polymer matrix composites

Process sensing

Material characterization

Testing

Machine learning

Artificial Intelligence

Education

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science Engineering

Master's degree in related field

PhD in related field

Job description

Date Posted:

2025-05-13

Country:

United States of America

Location:

UT13: RC-CT - Corp 411 Silver Lane, East Hartford, CT, 06108 USA

Position Role Type:

Hybrid

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:

None/Not Required Job Description

RTX Corporation 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 Systems, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 185,000 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, VA.

The following position is to join our RTX Corporate, Enterprise Services, Research Center or BBN team:

RTX Technology Research Center’s Physical Sciences Department is seeking an innovative engineer/scientist with expertise in polymer matrix composite (PMC) materials, manufacturing, and automation. The candidate is intended to be an integral member of dynamic teams focused on creating and advancing novel materials and manufacturing technologies for both aerospace and defense applications.

What You Will Do:

• Work with multi-disciplinary teams to execute complex internal and external technology contracts

• Support the expansion and implementation of the PMC-related technology development strategy

• Initiate concepts, writing proposals, marketing the concepts either internally or externally

• Generate intellectual properties and publish/present technical findings

Qualifications You Must Have

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science Engineering, or related field and 8+ years of related work experience or a Master's degree with 5+ years of related work experience or a PhD with 3+ years of related work experience.

• Experience in automated manufacturing processes and robotics for polymer matrix composites and a holistic understanding of the PMC and automation technology field and aerospace/defense applications, knowledge of the key players in the field, contacts to them, i.e., a strong network

• U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, permanent resident, refugee or asylee) or eligible to obtain necessary export authorizations required.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Self-initiation of concepts, writing proposals, marketing the concepts either internally or externally and expand technology portfolio in PMC-related area and have experience publishing papers and patents

• Strong management skills in executing multi-disciplinary projects, and providing timely deliverables to customers

• Working experience with various composite materials and processes, process sensing, material characterization, and testing

• Experience on composite manufacturing scale up and technology transition from R&D to manufacturing.

• A working understanding of machine learning and artificial Intelligence (ML/AI)

• Working experience with additive manufacturing, composite manufacturing and structural simulation.

• Ability to communicate effectively to internal and external customers including both technical experts, various levels of managers, and functional personnel

What We Offer:

Whether you’re just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement and work/life benefits; career development and recognition programs. Some of the benefits we offer include parental (including paternal) leave, flexible work schedules, achievement awards, educational assistance and child/adult backup care.

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Work Location

This is a hybrid role, eligible candidates must reside within commuting distance of East Hartford, CT.
Relocation Eligible: Yes

Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role:
Hybrid: Employees who are working in hybrid roles will work regularly both onsite and offsite. Ratio of time working onsite will be determined in partnership with your leader.

The salary range for this role is 101,000 USD - 203,000 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.

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