Principal Dynamics, Mechanical Engineer (Onsite)

Prattwhitney; Troy (OH); On-site; USD 107,500 - 204,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Three weeks vacation

Generous 401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Life insurance

Mental health support

Wellness incentives

Job summary

Prattwhitney in Troy, OH is seeking an experienced Principal Dynamics Engineer to support the Aircraft Wheels & Brakes product line. The role focuses on leading structural dynamics projects and validating simulations using CAE tools.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in STEM and at least 8 years of relevant experience, with expertise in structural dynamics and data acquisition. The position offers comprehensive benefits and a competitive salary range from $107,500 to $204,500 annually.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of relevant experience (or 5 years with advanced degree).
• 5+ years of experience in structural dynamics, NVH, and/or friction-induced vibration product development.
• Experience in test instrumentation, data acquisition, and model validation.

Responsibilities

• Lead structural dynamics projects for aircraft wheels & brakes.
• Create and validate structural dynamics models using CAE tools.
• Provide testing oversight for data acquisition and analysis.

Skills

Structural dynamics

Dynamics modeling and simulation

Data acquisition

Signal processing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in STEM or advanced degree

Tools

ANSYS Mechanical

LS‑Dyna

Abaqus Explicit

MATLAB

Python

Job description

Location

Troy, OH – 101 Waco St, United States of America. Onsite.

Role Type

Principal Dynamics Engineer – onsite. U.S. Person required.

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced Principal Dynamics Engineer to support the Aircraft Wheels & Brakes product line. The role focuses on dynamic responses to braking, vibration analysis, and root cause investigations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead structural dynamics projects for aircraft wheels & brakes.
• Create and validate structural dynamics models (modal analysis, stability assessment, transient analysis, etc.) using ANSYS Mechanical, LS‑Dyna, and other CAE tools.
• Determine parameters for dynamics-related dynamometer test programs.
• Provide testing oversight for instrumentation, data acquisition, and analysis.
• Update finite element models with test data correlation.
• Provide design recommendations based on model and test results.
• Resolve field/operational vibration issues using RCCA.
• Lead technology development and analytical methods improvement.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams during product development, validation, and qualification.
• Mentor junior engineers and review their work.
• Travel up to 10% domestically and internationally.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in STEM (or advanced degree) with minimum 8 years of relevant experience (or 5 years with advanced degree).
• 5+ years experience in structural dynamics, NVH, and/or friction‑induced vibration product development.
• Experience with dynamics modeling and simulation using LS‑Dyna, Abaqus Explicit, or similar.
• Experience in test instrumentation, data acquisition, signal processing, and model validation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in aero structures, aircraft wheels and brakes.
• Experience with highly nonlinear dynamic models for explicit solvers.
• Programming/scripting experience in MATLAB and Python.
• Hands‑on vibration testing and discrete data post‑processing (FFT, ODS).
• Knowledge of MIL‑STD‑810, DO‑160, or similar aerospace standards.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision insurance.
• Three weeks vacation for newly hired employees.
• Generous 401(k) plan with employer matching.
• Tuition reimbursement, student loan repayment program.
• Life insurance, disability coverage.
• Optional pet, home, auto, and additional insurance.
• Parental leave, fertility and family planning benefits.
• Employee assistance program, mental health support.
• Wellness incentives and benefits.
• Child and elder care services.

Salary

$107,500 – $204,500 annual.

EEO Statement

RTX is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.