Senior Engineer: Thermal Management (Onsite)

Pratt & Whitney; East Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 86,800 - 165,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits

Relocation Package

Job summary

Pratt & Whitney is seeking a Senior Engineer in Advanced Concepts in East Hartford, Connecticut. The role involves supporting the discovery and optimization of new commercial and military engine concepts. Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree in engineering, possess at least 5 years of relevant experience, and have a fundamental understanding of thermal management systems. The position offers a salary range of $86,800 - $165,200, along with a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years engineering experience or Master's degree with 3 years experience.
• Knowledge of heat exchanger sizing and technology.
• U.S. citizenship is required.

Responsibilities

• Support the Advanced Concepts group in engine concept optimization.
• Invent and analyze thermal management systems for novel engine designs.
• Collaborate across commercial and military organizations.

Skills

Heat transfer knowledge

Thermal management systems

Optimization techniques

Engineering experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Master's degree or Ph.D. in relevant field

Job description

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

Date Posted: 2026-04-17

Country: United States of America

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

RTX is a leading aerospace and defense company with a global workforce focused on solving complex problems in collaboration with our customers. Pratt & Whitney designs, manufactures, and services aircraft engines and related systems, shaping the future of aerospace and defense.

What You Will Do

• Senior engineer in Advanced Concepts reporting to the Manager of Advanced Concepts.
• Support the Advanced Concepts group in discovery, optimization, and analysis of new commercial and military engine concepts.
• Invent, size, optimize and analyze thermal management systems to support novel thermodynamic cycles and engine concepts.
• Work across commercial and military organizations to make novel discoveries addressing 21st-century challenges.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant engineering experience; or a Masters degree with at least 3 years of relevant experience; or a Ph.D. in a relevant field
• Fundamental knowledge of heat transfer; heat exchanger sizing and technology; and thermal management systems
• U.S. citizenship is required

Qualifications We Prefer

• Advanced degree (Engineering Masters or Ph.D.)
• Familiarity with commercial and/or military engine businesses
• Aero engine durability experience and knowledge of aero engine durability technologies
• Fundamental knowledge of optimization techniques and multi-disciplinary design optimization (MDO)
• Ability to obtain a DoD security clearance

What We Offer

• Benefits
• Relocation Package

What is my role type?

In addition to transforming the future of flight, we are transforming how and where we work. This position is classified as Onsite. Roles designated as onsite involve working primarily at the assigned site.

Candidates will learn more about role type and site status during the recruiting process. For onsite and hybrid roles, commuting to and from the site is the employee’s responsibility.

As part of our commitment to 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 site designation.

The salary range for this role is 86,800 USD - 165,200 USD. RTX considers multiple factors when extending an offer, including role, responsibilities, experience, location, education, and key skills.

Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits (medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, 401(k) match, FSA, flexible work schedules, EAP, scholarship program, parental leave, PTO, holidays). Benefits vary by business unit and collective-bargaining status.

Hired applicants may be eligible for annual incentive programs depending on role level and bargaining status. Payments are not guaranteed and depend on multiple factors including performance.

This role is based in the United States. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, appropriate pay and benefits apply.

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected status. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in compliance with applicable laws.

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