Senior Structures Engineer - Compression System (P3) - Onsite

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) match

Flexible spending accounts

Flexible work schedules

Employee Scholar Program

Parental leave

Paid time off

holidays

Job summary

Pratt & Whitney is seeking a Compression Systems Engineering (CSE) engineer to plan and lead cross-functional tasks for HPC components, with hands-on FEA work and clear technical communication.

You will mentor teammates, collaborate across IPTs, and provide formal analysis reports to management and customers. Travel up to 10% is expected; onsite role in Middletown, CT, U.S. based.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering and 5 years of relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in Engineering and 3 years of prior relevant experience.
• Degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering
• Strong knowledge of Airfoils/Blades
• Proficiency in structural finite element methods
• Focus on results and the ability to drive tasks to completion
• Demonstrated success working effectively in a fast-paced, team environment
• Demonstrated success working independently to accomplish project goals
• Demonstrated experience leveraging excellent written and oral communication skills to convey results and ideas
• Demonstrated experience working well within a team and possessing a positive attitude toward meeting commitments

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead tasks to deliver results with cross-functional integration.
• Coach/mentor team members.
• Perform structural analysis of HPC components via hand calculations and finite element analysis with minimal oversight.
• Utilize analysis results to provide recommendations/proposals to the Integrated Product Team (IPT).
• Work closely with all engineering disciplines on the IPT to identify balanced solutions to technical tasks.
• Utilize the latest P&W structural best practices and analytical tools.
• Provide documentation of analyses in the form of formal reports and presentations for management and customers.
• Travel up to 10%

Skills

Finite element methods

Airfoils/Blades knowledge

Mechanical/Aerospace engineering

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

Advanced Engineering Degree

Tools

Finite element software

Job description

Date Posted:2026-04-24Country:United States of AmericaLocation:US-CT-MIDDLETOWN-140 ~ Aircraft Rd ~ BLDG 140Position Role Type:OnsiteU.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 RequiredSecurity Clearance Status: Not RequiredPratt & 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?

What You Will Do

• Plan and lead tasks to deliver results with cross-functional integration.
• Coach/mentor team members.
• Perform structural analysis of High-Pressure Compressor (HPC) components via hand calculations and finite element analysis with minimal oversight.
• Utilize analysis results to provide recommendations/proposals to the Integrated Product Team (IPT).
• Work closely with all engineering disciplines on the IPT to identify balanced solutions to technical tasks.
• Utilize the latest P&W structural best practices and analytical tools.
• Provide documentation of analyses in the form of formal reports and presentations for management and customers.
• Travel up to 10%

Qualifications You Must Have

• A Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering and 5 years of relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in Engineering and 3 years of prior relevant experience.
• Degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering
• Strong knowledge of Airfoils/Blades
• Proficiency in structural finite element methods.
• Focus on results and the ability to drive tasks to completion.
• Demonstrated success working effectively in a fast-paced, team environment.
• Demonstrated success working independently to accomplish project goals.
• Demonstrated experience leveraging excellent written and oral communication skills required to convey results and ideas effectively to drive business.
• Demonstrated experience working well within a team and possessing a positive attitude toward meeting individual and group commitments.

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.

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: Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance workers, as they are essential to the development of our engines.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 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.

What We Offer

• 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.
• 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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