Principle Mechanical Design Engineer - Assembly Equipment Engineering (Onsite)

RTX (Raytheon); Middletown (CT); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Scholar Program

Job summary

RTX is seeking an experienced Engineer to produce CAD models and blueprints for Pratt & Whitney engine equipment. You will apply mechanics knowledge to perform structural analyses and mentor junior engineers in modeling and drafting. Travel up to 10% is expected.

The role requires a STEM degree and 8+ years or an advanced degree with 5+ years, with CAD/FEA proficiency and DoD clearance eligibility. Onsite duties on site Middletown, CT.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM).
• 8 years of engineering experience or an Advanced Degree in with 5 years of experience.
• Experience with mechanical design, drafting and engineering review within manufacturing, industrial or assembly equipment environments.
• Experience reviewing designs for manufacturability, tolerance stack-ups, fit/function, and assembly sequencing.
• Experience with CAD modeling and drafting software (NX, SolidWorks, or equivalent).
• Experience with GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing).
• Experience with a FEA (Finite Element Analysis) software and structural analysis methods.
• U.S. Citizen - 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

• Produce technically sound computer aided design models and blueprints for equipment used in the assembly, disassembly, and inspection of Pratt & Whitney engine products.
• Adhere to the Assembly Equipment Engineering standards and procedures, following ASME Y14.5 standards for the production of quality blueprints.
• Apply knowledge of engineering mechanics, statics, and strength of materials to perform comprehensive structural analysis of assembly equipment designs. Analysis may include both classical methods of hand calculations and/or creation of finite element models (FEM) for detailed finite element analysis (FEA) using Ansys Workbench.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams during product development while effectively prioritizing tasks, meeting deadlines, and ensuring clear communication in a fast-paced environment.
• Mentor junior and new engineers in learning and developing accurate and correct modeling, drafting and analysis methods and techniques.
• Travel is up to 10%.

Skills

CAD modeling

GD&T

FEA/Structural analysis

Team collaboration

Mentoring

Security clearance

Engineering mechanics

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Advanced degree (MS/PhD) with 5+ years

Tools

NX

SolidWorks

ANSYS Workbench

Teamcenter

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-10-06

Country: United States of America

Location: US-CT-MIDDLETOWN-220A ~ Aircraft Rd ~ BLDG 220A

Position Role Type: Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: 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

Security Clearance Type: DoD Clearance: Secret

Security Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required after day 1

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

• Produce technically sound computer aided design models and blueprints for equipment used in the assembly, disassembly, and inspection of Pratt & Whitney engine products.
• Adhere to the Assembly Equipment Engineering standards and procedures, following ASME Y14.5 standards for the production of quality blueprints.
• Apply knowledge of engineering mechanics, statics, and strength of materials to perform comprehensive structural analysis of assembly equipment designs. Analysis may include both classical methods of hand calculations and/or creation of finite element models (FEM) for detailed finite element analysis (FEA) using Ansys Workbench.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams during product development while effectively prioritizing tasks, meeting deadlines, and ensuring clear communication in a fast-paced environment.
• Mentor junior and new engineers in learning and developing accurate and correct modeling, drafting and analysis methods and techniques.
• Travel is up to 10%.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Bachelor's degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM)
• 8 years of engineering experience or an Advanced Degree in with 5 years of experience.
• Experience with mechanical design, drafting and engineering review within manufacturing, industrial or assembly equipment environments.
• Experience reviewing designs for manufacturability, tolerance stack-ups, fit/function, and assembly sequencing.
• Experience with CAD modeling and drafting software (NX, SolidWorks, or equivalent).
• Experience with GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing).
• Experience with a FEA (Finite Element Analysis) software and structural analysis methods.
• U.S. Citizen - 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

• Experience with Aerospace hardware product definition (blueprints).
• Background in aerospace, medical device, automotive or other high-precision industries.
• Knowledge and experience to evaluate machining feasibility, welding and fastening methods, and material selections (metals, plastics, purchased items, etc.)
• Familiarity with drawing release processes, revision control, and configuration management.
• Experience with NX modeling software or equivalent.
• Experience with ANSYS Workbench or equivalent software.
• Experience with writing engineering reports.
• Experience with Teamcenter.

What We Offer:

• Employee Scholar Program

Development Operations provides services to support future products for global commercial airlines, industrial partners and military customers. Services include Assembly, Instrumentation and Test of engines and rigs and the associated facilities, hardware, data systems, software and technology to support this. Development Operations delivers our services in a safe, efficient and sustainable environment.

What Is My Role Type:

In addition to transforming the future of flight, we are also transforming how and where we work. We've introduced role types to help you understand how you will operate in our blended work environment. 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. As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office l