Senior Project Engineer (Onsite)

globalhr; Middletown (CT); On-site; USD 87,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation Eligibility

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

401(k) match

Flexible spending accounts

Flexible work schedules

Employee Scholar Program

Parental leave

Paid time off

Holidays

Incentive programs

Job summary

RTX is seeking a skilled engineer for the Compression Systems Engineering group in the US. You will join the IPT to plan, budget, and execute hardware tasks for engine programs, presenting progress to IPT leads and management. Travel up to 10% is required.

The role prefers a mechanical or aerospace engineering background with jet engine experience and knowledge of MS Office, Teamcenter, SAP, and Jira/Confluence. Onsite work location is emphasized.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's of Science degree in Engineering with 5+ years of engineering experience, OR
• Advanced degree in a related field with 3+ years of engineering experience.
• U.S. Person or eligible to obtain necessary export authorizations required.

Responsibilities

• Support the Integrated Product Team (IPT) to meet task and technical requirements and budget for all hardware and tasks.
• Prepare/present status and technical content to IPT Lead, CIPT & upper Pratt & Whitney management.
• Work closely with the Integrated Product Team and authorities on hardware field investigations to drive root cause and recommend product improvements.
• Evaluate product improvement opportunities and initiate process changes or support ESTO for Class II Engineering Changes.
• Support the Integrated Product Team in performing risk assessments and developing mitigation plans.
• Travel up to 10% (Domestic and International).

Skills

Aerospace industry experience

Jet engine knowledge

MS Office

Teamcenter

SAP

Smartsheets

Jira

Confluence

Education

B.S. in Engineering

Advanced degree in related field

Job description

Date Posted

2026-08-31

Country

United States of America

Location

US-CT-MIDDLETOWN-140 ~ Aircraft Rd ~ BLDG 140

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.

What You Will Do

• Support the Integrated Product Team (IPT) to meet task and technical requirements and budget for all hardware and tasks.
• Prepare/present status and technical content to IPT Lead, CIPT & upper Pratt & Whitney management.
• Work closely with the Integrated Product Team and authorities on hardware field investigations to drive root cause and recommend product improvements.
• Evaluate product improvement opportunities and initiate process changes or support ESTO for Class II Engineering Changes.
• Support the Integrated Product Team in performing risk assessments and developing mitigation plans.
• Travel up to 10% (Domestic and International).

Qualifications You Must Have

• A Bachelor's of Science degree in Engineering with 5+ years of engineering experience, OR
• Advanced degree in a related field with 3+ years of engineering experience.
• U.S. Person or eligible to obtain necessary export authorizations required.

Qualifications We Prefer

• A Bachelor's of Science degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering
• Experience working in the Aerospace Industry and jet engines.
• Previous gas turbine compressor experience.
• Hands-on experience with MS Office, Teamcenter, SAP, Smartsheets/Jira/Confluence.

What We Offer

• Relocation Eligibility
• 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
• annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs
• 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.
• Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.

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.

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.

Compression Systems Engineering (CSE)

Compression Systems Engineering is responsible for the design, development, and in service support of all fans low-pressure and high-pressure compressors for commercial and military engine models. CSE is responsible for the identification and maturation of new technologies for these products.

Technical disciplines in CSE include Project Engineering, Mechanical Design, Structural Analysis, and Product Definition.

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 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 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.