Research Engineer – Chemical Sciences

Prattwhitney; East Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 57,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

Retirement benefits

Career development

Parental leave

Flexible schedules

Paid time off

Education assistance

Job summary

RTX Technology Research Center (RTRC) seeks a talented researcher to join an interdisciplinary team focused on innovative chemical engineering and chemistry projects. You will collaborate with RTX business units and external partners from universities, national labs, and startups to drive groundbreaking solutions.

The role emphasizes independent laboratory work, project juggling, and strong communication across disciplines, with exposure to Python, Matlab, R, LabView, Aspen, and Comsol among

Qualifications

• Typically, a Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Chemistry, or related technical field.
• Previous experience operating safely and independently in a research laboratory environment.
• Ability to execute on multiple projects and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly with leaders, team members, and researchers from other disciplines.
• Familiarity with advanced data analysis or collection software tools (Python, Matlab, R, LabView).

Responsibilities

• Be an integral member of an interdisciplinary team focused on innovative chemical engineering and chemistry research at RTRC.
• Collaborate with RTX business units and with leading materials, electrochemical, and sensing experts in universities, national labs, and startups.

Skills

Scientific communication

Project multitasking

Independent worker

Safety awareness

Education

Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Python

Matlab

R

LabView

Aspen

Comsol

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-09-01 Country: United States of America Location: US-CT-EAST HARTFORD-RTRC K ~ 411 Silver Ln ~ RTRC K Position Role Type: Onsite 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 Type: None/Not Required Security Clearance Status: Not Required

At RTX, the world's 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. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

For 97 years the RTX Technology Research Center (RTRC) has operated as a multidisciplinary group of experts collaborating on groundbreaking innovations. Our team includes some of the world’s leading scientists, researchers and engineers working to anticipate the discoveries destined to change everything, and they transform that research into the solutions and products that help our businesses shape the future of aerospace and defense. Our unique talent, experience and resources allow us to deliver rapid responses to critical, time-sensitive challenges and develop breakthroughs for a safer, more connected world.

What You Will Do

The candidate will be an integral member of an interdisciplinary team that is focused on innovative chemical engineering and chemistry research projects at RTRC. In addition to working with various business units of RTX, the team collaborates with leading materials, electrochemical, and sensing experts in universities, national laboratories, and start-up companies.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically, a Bachelors of Science in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Chemistry, or related technical field.
• Previous experience operating safely and independently in a research laboratory environment.
• Ability to execute on multiple projects on a given day and prioritize tasks to meet project deadlines.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and effectively with leaders, team members, and researchers from other disciplines.
• Familiarity with advanced data analysis or collection software tools (e.g. Python, Matlab, R, LabView).

Qualifications We Prefer

• Prior experience with thin film coating methods including Atomic Layer Deposition (ALD) and Physical Vapor Deposition (PVD).
• Prior experience working with one or more of the following: test rig setup and operation, materials synthesis, materials performance characterization, and experimental planning.
• Track record of technical publications or presentations (thesis, journal articles, conference presentation, poster presentation).
• Fluency with advanced data analysis or collection software tools (Python, Matlab, R, LabView), or specialized engineering software (Aspen, Comsol).

What We Offer:

• compensation
• healthcare, wellness, retirement and work/life benefits
• career development and recognition programs
• parental (including paternal) leave
• flexible work schedules
• achievement awards
• educational assistance
• child/adult backup care
• medical
• dental
• vision
• life insurance
• short-term disability
• long-term disability
• 401(k) match
• flexible spending accounts
• employee assistance program
• Employee Scholar Program
• paid time off
• holidays
• annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs

The salary range for this role is 57,200 USD - 108,800 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.

Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not most 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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RTX 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, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 195,000 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, Virginia.