Principle Mechanical Design Engineer - Assembly Equipment Engineering (Onsite)

RTX; Middletown (CT); On-site; USD 108,000 - 205,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Scholar Program

Job summary

RTX, in partnership with Pratt & Whitney, is seeking an experienced engineer to produce CAD models and blueprints for assembly, disassembly, and inspection of engine products. You will apply mechanics knowledge and perform FEM/FEA analyses using ANSYS Workbench, while adhering to ASME Y14.5 standards in a fast-paced team environment.

The role requires a STEM degree, 8+ years of engineering experience (or an advanced degree with 5+ years), and US citizenship with the ability to obtain a DoD

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM).
• 8 years of engineering experience or an Advanced Degree 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).
• U.S. Citizen - The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required.

Responsibilities

• Produce technically sound CAD models and blueprints for equipment used in 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; FEM/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

Engineering design

FEM/FEA

GD&T

CAD modeling

Collaboration

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Advanced degree (MS/PhD)

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

What Is My Role Type:

• 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.

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:

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attendselect steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.

The salary range for this role is 107,500 USD - 204,500 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


• 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.