Date Posted:
2023-09-01
Country:
United States of America
Location:
PW100: East Hartford 400 Main Street, East Hartford, CT, 06118 USA
Position Role Type:
Onsite
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.
Innovation through diversity of thought. At Pratt & Whitney, we believe diversity of thought enables creativity, innovation, and a foundation for inclusion. By fostering an inclusive culture, we accept a shared accountability and responsibility to recognize, sponsor, coach, hire and promote talent equally. We welcome our employees to be their whole - best - selves at work because trust, respect and integrity, are a part of our DNA.
At Pratt & Whitney, the difference you make is on display every day. Just look up. Are you ready to go beyond?
Job Summary:
Materials & Processes Engineering (MPE), Applied Mechanics Laboratory (AML) is seeking a highly motivated individual to be a Component Test Engineer. The Component Test Engineer is responsible for leading the execution of a variety of gas turbine component test types including static load, low and high cycle fatigue, ballistic impact, spin, thermal cyclic and other application specific test types that represent engine operating conditions. The Component Test Engineer works with internal Pratt & Whitney customers to understand and implement overall test objectives, control mode, instrumentation and data acquisition requirements. The engineer is responsible for designing custom fixtures and hardware; developing an instrumentation plan with the necessary data acquisition and controls; works with technical staff to perform the test; troubleshoots test issues; analyzes data; and reports results.
The Component Test Engineer will also lead the selection, procurement, and commissioning of new capital items; will lead process improvement projects; and may lead the development of new and advanced test methods and techniques.
Minimal Travel Required.
Basic Qualifications:
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Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related Engineering field
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8+ years of relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field with 5+ years of relevant experience
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The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.
Preferred Qualifications:
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Mechanically inclined with strong problem solving, analytical, observational, and organizational skills
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Function effectively in a lab environment with people of a broad variety of skills and backgrounds
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Ability to balance several test jobs at once
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Committed to a continuous improvement mindset
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Experience developing new processes or technology
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Experience in mentoring early career employees
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Ability to develop strong interpersonal relationships and exercise influence
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Ability to lead small teams to deliver outstanding results and overcome challenges
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Knowledge of gas turbine engines, modules or systems, or equivalent
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Proficiency in CAD Unigraphics/NX design and Finite Element analysis software, preferably ANSYS
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Proficiency or previous exposure to National Instruments DAQ hardware, MATLAB and LabView
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Must be a strong verbal and written communicator
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Committed to strong Environmental Health & Safety practices
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.
RTX is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.
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