Senior Additive Manufacturing Process Engineer

Date Posted:

2023-03-31

Country:

United States of America

Location:

RC1: United Tech Research Center 411 Silver Lane, East Hartford, CT, 06108 USA

Position Role Type:

Onsite

The Additive Manufacturing Process and Capability Center (AMPCC) encompasses a critical mass of Additive Manufacturing (AM) process and industrialization experts, the necessary equipment, and develops the strategic collaborations needed to rapidly mature the technology and manufacturing readiness of AM.  The AMPCC is not a production center instead focusing on the research, development and deployment of additive manufacturing tools and processes for our business units.

The Senior Additive Manufacturing Process Engineer will be challenged with solving unique and interesting problems to enable new commercial aerospace and defense products.  They will be responsible for one or more of the following activities as they relate to the AMPCC, including:

Responsibilities:

Develop advanced process parameters to enable complex geometries and enhanced material properties required to industrialize aerospace and defense components

Investigate the sources of machine variability and develop methods to eliminate observed variability

Execute and oversee development builds on various Additive Manufacturing machines

Explore the capabilities of advanced tools and equipment to characterize machines and process space

Support novel research concepts and methods in emerging AM technologies

Work with cross-functional teams including materials, design, simulation, operations, and characterization engineers to gain a deep understanding of the full value stream

Improve processes based on in-depth analysis results to minimize defects and improve mechanical properties

Support RTX Business Units by providing process expertise and best practices

Basic Qualifications:

The preferred candidate will have a combination of the following qualifications.

  • The preferred candidate should have a strong understanding of engineering principles and hands on experience working with laboratory equipment

  • Candidate must be able to work effectively in a multidisciplinary, collaborative team environment focused on innovation and have demonstrated both verbal and written communication skills

  • Strong presentation, planning, problem solving, organizational, and project management skills

  • Scripting experience with MATLAB, Python, VBA, JavaScript or similar

  • Experience with software and tools used in Additive Manufacturing including CAD packages

  • Hands- on experience with metal laser powder-bed-fusion AM equipment

  • Basic understanding of low voltage sensors and control systems

  • Excellent organizational and time management skills

  • Highly self-motivated and detail- oriented

  • US Citizenship required

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Demonstrate a desire to learn something new every day

  • Willingness to try new ideas and continue advancing technology

Education:

A University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years experience.

Preferred candidates for this position will have an MS or PhD in Mechanical, Chemical, Manufacturing Engineering or related technical field.  A minimum 3.5 GPA is desirable.

US Citizenship required.

Raytheon Technologies Corporation is an Aerospace and Defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises four industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, Raytheon Intelligence & Space and Raytheon Missiles & Defense. 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, VA.

To realize our full potential, Raytheon Technologies is committed to creating a company where all employees are respected, valued and supported in the pursuit of their goals. We know companies that embrace diversity in all its forms not only deliver stronger business results, but also become a force for good, fueling stronger business performance and greater opportunity for employees, partners, investors and communities to succeed.

The following position is to join our Corporate or Research Center Team:

Requires advanced knowledge of work area typically obtained through advanced education combined with experience. May have practical knowledge of project

management. Practical to substantial knowledge of RTX projects, programs or systems with the ability to make enhancements and leverage in daily work.

Typically requires:

A University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years experience

Engineering/Other Technical Positions:

Typically requires a degree in Science,Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 5 years of prior relevant experience unless prohibited by local laws/regulations.

Raytheon Technologies 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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