Senior Principal Engineer (Remote)

Pratt & Whitney; East Hartford (CT); Remote; USD 124,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

Pratt & Whitney’s Materials and Process Engineering organization seeks a Senior Principal Engineer specialized in Materials and Process Modeling. The ideal candidate will develop advanced modeling tools for gas turbine applications, collaborating with cross-functional teams and driving project success in a challenging environment.

Benefits

401(k) match

Flexible work schedules

Employee assistance program

Paid time off and holidays

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Qualifications

• 10+ years in Materials and Process Modeling Techniques.
• Experience using computational tools for modeling.
• Expertise in key materials manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement modeling tools for gas turbine engine applications.
• Support data capture and mining methods for material characterization.
• Manage project plans and collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Skills

Finite Element Methods (FEM)

Programming in FORTRAN

Programming in Python

Programming in C++

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Materials Science, Metallurgy, Mechanical Engineering

PhD in Materials Science or Metallurgy

Tools

DEFORM

ABAQUS

ANSYS

Solidworks

AutoCAD

Job description

Date Posted:

2025-06-02

Country:

United States of America

Location:

PW100: East Hartford 400 Main Street, East Hartford, CT, 06118 USA

Position Role Type:

Remote

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:

None/Not Required

Pratt & Whitney is working to once again transform the future of flight—designing, building and servicing engines unlike any the world has ever seen. And because transformation begins from within, we’re seeking the people to drive it. So, calling all curious.

Come ready to explore and you’ll find a place where your talent takes flight—beyond the borders of title, a country or your comfort zone. Bring your passion and commitment and we’ll welcome you into a tight-knit team that takes our mission personally. Channel your drive to make a difference into shaping an organization and an industry that’s evolving fast to the future.

At Pratt & Whitney, the difference you make is on display every day. Just look up. Are you ready to go beyond?

Job Summary:

Pratt & Whitney, Materials and Process Engineering (MPE) organization in East Hartford, CT is looking for a highly motivated Senior Principal Engineer- Materials and Process Modeling who can support the development and implementation of modeling tools and methods for gas turbine engine applications.

A successful candidate will become part of a highly focused materials modeling team in a fast moving and challenging environment.

• Support the development, implementation, and maturation of various process and property modeling and simulation tools and methods.
• Development and implementation of new computational tools, process monitoring, data capture and mining methods.
• Identifying material characterization requirements, including mechanical test methods development for mechanistic model calibration and validation.
• Will assess current state of modeling tools and methods in MPE and support the utilization of such tools and methods.
• Obtaining internal and external funding, assessing current model or method maturity, standardizing requirements for documentation, new model development and validation as appropriate.
• Developing and executing project plans and cost estimates, meeting schedule milestones and reporting progress to management.
• Work with cross functional teams including Materials Development and Characterization, Manufacturing, Design, Structures and LifingDisciplines.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Bachelor's Degree in Materials Science, Metallurgy, Mechanical Engineering or related technical field and 10+ years of experience in Materials and Process Modeling Techniques OR an Advanced Degree and 7+ years of experience in Materials and Process Modeling Techniques
• US Citizenship required due to government contracts
• Travel 10%

Qualifications We Prefer:

• PhD degree in Materials Science or Metallurgy
• 15+ years of experience with Materials Modeling or Process Modeling
• Expertise in Finite Element Methods (FEM), including use of software tools such as DEFORM, ABAQUS, ANSYS and/or LS-DYNA to simulate material processes and behavior under manufacturing and engine service conditions.
• Expertise in key materials manufacturing processes (such as forging, rolling or machining) as well as material testing and characterization methods.
• Proficient in programing languages, FORTRAN, Python and/or C++ to develop user-based routines for multi-scale simulations.
• Expertise in using microstructure and microtexture characterization and reconstruction using tools such as DREAM-3D for multi-scale modeling.
• Proficient in CAD software, e.g., AutoCAD, Solidworks
• Familiarity with technology and manufacturing development (TRL/MRL) and government contracting processes.
• Experience with RTX Core/Continuous Improvement or Six Sigma tools is a plus.

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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:

Remote: Employees who are working in Remote roles will work primarily offsite (from home). 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.

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.

The salary range for this role is 124,000 USD - 250,000 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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