Senior Engineer - Carbon Seal Design & Analysis (Onsite)

Pratt & Whitney; East Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 87,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation

Job summary

Pratt & Whitney in East Hartford, CT, is seeking a Senior Engineer - Carbon Seal Design & Analysis to advance carbon seals and rolling element bearings for commercial and military gas turbine engines. You will join the Components Analytical Group within the MSEN Module Center, applying leadership and design experience to solve complex engineering challenges.

You will lead design, analysis, validation, and production support, collaborate with suppliers and customers, perform root cause analyses,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and 5 years of relevant experience, or an Advanced degree with 3 years of relevant experience.
• Aerospace design, analysis, and/or gas turbine experience; leadership in project management.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, analysis, validation, and production support of carbon seals and bearings across engine programs.
• Collaborate with suppliers, customers, and internal engineering teams to develop sealing solutions.
• Investigate failures with root-cause analyses, support tests, and implement corrective actions.
• Develop methods and tools, mentor engineers, and drive continuous improvement.
• Present findings and recommendations to customers and senior leadership.
• Travel up to 10% for domestic and international activities.

Skills

Aerospace Design

Analysis

Gas Turbine Experience

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Advanced Engineering Degree

Tools

NX CAD

MATLAB

Python

ANSYS

Job description

Location: US-CT-EAST HARTFORD-ETC ~ 400 Main St ~ BLDG ETC

Date Posted: 2026-07-27

Country: United States of America

Location: US-CT-EAST HARTFORD-ETC ~ 400 Main St ~ BLDG ETC

Position Role Type: Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Security Clearance Type: None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status: Not Required

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.

Join Pratt & Whitney as a Senior Engineer - Carbon Seal Design & Analysis, where you'll help advance the design and analysis of critical sealing technologies for commercial propulsion systems. As part of the Components Analytical Group within the Mechanical Systems Externals and Nacelles Module Center, you'll apply your leadership, analytical expertise, and design experience to solve complex engineering challenges and drive innovation.

What You Will Do

• Lead the design, analysis, validation, and production support of carbon seals and rolling element bearings for commercial and military gas turbine engine programs, ensuring technical excellence throughout the product lifecycle.
• Drive cross-functional engineering initiatives by collaborating with suppliers, customers, and internal engineering disciplines to develop innovative sealing solutions, resolve technical challenges, and support new product development and legacy engine programs.
• Investigate and resolve complex technical issues by conducting failure mode and root cause analyses, supporting rig testing and field investigations, and implementing corrective actions that improve product reliability and performance.
• Advance engineering capability and organizational excellence by developing analytical methods and engineering tools, improving standard work and processes, and mentoring engineers to strengthen technical expertise and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
• Communicate technical solutions and provide engineering leadership by presenting design recommendations and analytical findings to customers and executive leadership.
• Travel Requirement: 10% supporting domestic and international travel for supplier, customer, and program activities.

What You Will Learn

• Deepen your expertise in carbon seal and rolling element bearing technologies by supporting the full product lifecycle—from concept and design through validation, production, and field support for commercial and military gas turbine engines.
• Strengthen your technical leadership and systems engineering skills by leading complex engineering initiatives and collaborating with cross-functional teams, suppliers, and customers to deliver innovative sealing solutions.
• Expand your analytical and problem-solving capabilities through advanced failure investigations, root cause analysis, rig testing, and the development of corrective actions that enhance engine reliability and performance.
• Influence engineering excellence and innovation by developing analytical methods, improving engineering processes, and mentoring fellow engineers while helping shape future design standards and best practices.
• Build executive presence and customer engagement experience by presenting technical recommendations to senior leadership and customers while gaining exposure to domestic and international program activities.

Qualifications You Must Have

• A Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and 5 years of relevant experience, or an Advanced degree in Engineering and 3 years of relevant experience. Relevant experience includes aerospace design, analysis, and/or gas turbine experience, with demonstrated organizational and leadership skills in project-related, task/schedule management, and resource/outsourcing management.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience with NX or other CAD software preferred. Additional usage of tools, including MATLAB, Python, or ANSYS.
• The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government-issued security clearance or an active and transferable U.S. government-issued security clearance.

What We Offer

• Eligible for Relocation.

Department/Segment Overview

The Mechanical Systems, Externals, & Nacelles (MSEN): The Mechanical Systems, Externals, and Nacelles Engineering organization is responsible for the design, development, and in-service support of power transmission systems, bearing compartment and rotor support design and analysis, oil and thermal management systems, engine externals packaging and architecture, as well as nacelles for commercial and military engine models. Technical disciplines include Project Engineering, Mechanical Design, Structural Analysis, Product Definition, System Modeling, Mechanical Design analysis for bearings, gears, and seals, and fluid-thermal modeling of associated components and systems.

Please ensure the role type defined below is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role. This position is classified as:

• 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 the 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 locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.

The salary range for this role is 86,800 USD - 165,200 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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