Structural Engineer (Onsite)

Prattwhitney; Middletown (CT); On-site; USD 69,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

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 incentive programs

Annual long-term incentive programs

Job summary

Pratt & Whitney in Middletown, CT is seeking a structural analyst to perform analyses of Fan, Low-Pressure Compressor components using hand calculations and finite element methods. You will work with the Integrated Product Team to translate results into recommendations and drive technical tasks to completion.

The role requires a B.S. in Engineering with 2 years of relevant experience, knowledge of airfoils/blades, and proficiency in structural FEM.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering and 2 years of 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 experience with clear written and oral communication to convey results.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural analysis of Fan, LPC components via hand calculations and finite element analysis.
• Utilize analysis results to provide recommendations/proposals to the 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.
• Identify structural risks within work of moderate scope to ensure project completion Travel up to 10%.

Skills

Finite element analysis

Written and verbal communication

Team collaboration

Results oriented

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering degree

Tools

FEM software

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-10-02 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: 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 Required Security Clearance Status: Not Required

What You Will Do

• Perform structural analysis of Fan, Low-Pressure Compressor (LPC) components via hand calculations and finite element analysis
• 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
• Identify structural risks within work of moderate scope to ensure project completion Travel up to 10%

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering and 2 years of 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 experience leveraging excellent written and oral communication skills 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

What We Offer

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 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 incentive compensation programs
• Annual long-term incentive compensation programs

Salary

The salary range for this role is 68,900 USD - 131,100 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.

Role Type

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 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.

EEO & Diversity

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.

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 aerospace and defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses - Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 195,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.