Senior Engineer - Carbon Seal Design & Analysis (Onsite)RTX

Date Posted:

2026-07-27

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-CT-EAST HARTFORD-ETC ~ 400 Main St ~ BLDG ETC

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 worlds 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.

Join Pratt & Whitneyas a SeniorEngineer - Carbon SealDesign & Analysis, whereyou'll help advancethe design andanalysis of criticalsealing technologies forcommercial propulsion systems. Aspart of theComponents Analytical Groupwithin the MechanicalSystems Externals andNacelles Module Center, you'llapply your leadership, analytical expertise,and design experienceto solve complexengineering challengesand drive innovation.

What You Will Do:

• Lead the design, analysis, validation,and production supportof carbon sealsand rolling elementbearings for commercialand military gasturbine engine programs, ensuring technical excellencethroughout the productlifecycle.
• Drive cross-functionalengineering initiativesby collaborating withsuppliers, customers, andinternal engineering disciplinesto develop innovativesealing solutions, resolvetechnical challenges, andsupport new productdevelopment and legacyengine programs.
• Investigate and resolvecomplex technical issuesby conducting failuremode and rootcause analyses, supportingrig testing andfield investigations, andimplementing correctiveactions that improveproduct reliability andperformance.
• Advance engineering capabilityand organizational excellenceby developing analyticalmethods and engineeringtools, improving standardwork and processes, and mentoring engineersto strengthen technicalexpertise and fostera culture ofcontinuous improvement.
• Communicate technical solutionsand provide engineeringleadershipby presenting designrecommendations and analyticalfindings to customersand executive leadership.
• Travel Requirement: 10% supporting domesticand international travelforsupplier, customer, andprogram activities.

What You Will Learn:

• Deepen your expertisein carbon sealand rolling elementbearing technologiesby supporting thefull product lifecyclefrom concept anddesign through validation, production, and fieldsupport for commercialand military gasturbine engines.
• Strengthen your technicalleadership and systemsengineering skillsby leading complexengineering initiativesand collaborating withcross-functional teams, suppliers, and customersto deliver innovativesealing solutions.
• Expand your analyticaland problem-solvingcapabilitiesthrough advanced failureinvestigations, root causeanalysis, rig testing, and the developmentof corrective actionsthat enhance enginereliability and performance.
• Influence engineering excellenceand innovationby developing analyticalmethods, improving engineeringprocesses, and mentoringfellow engineers whilehelping shape futuredesign standards andbest practices.
• Build executive presenceand customer engagementexperienceby presenting technicalrecommendations to seniorleadership and customerswhile gaining exposureto domestic andinternational program activities.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• A Bachelors degree in Engineering and 5 years of relevant experience, or an Advanced degree in Engineering and 3 years of relevant experience. Relevant experience includes aerospace design, analysis, and/or gas turbine experience, with demonstrated organizational and leadership skills in project-related, task/schedule management, and resource/outsourcing management.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Experience with NX or other CAD software preferred. Additional usage of tools, including MATLAB, Python, or ANSYS.
• The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government-issued security clearance or an active and transferable U.S. government-issued security clearance.

What We Offer:

• Eligible for Relocation.

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Department/Segment Overview:

Mechanical Systems, Externals, & Nacelles (MSEN): The Mechanical Systems, Externals, and Nacelles Engineering organization is responsible for the design, development, and in-service support of power transmission systems, bearing compartment and rotor support design and analysis, oil and thermal management systems, engine externals packaging and architecture, as well as nacelles for commercial and military engine models. Technical disciplines include Project Engineering, Mechanical Design, Structural Analysis, Product Definition, System Modeling, Mechanical Design analysis for bearings, gears, and seals, and fluid-thermal modeling of associated components and systems.

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 therole type and current site status throughout the recruiting process. For onsite and hybrid roles, commuting to and from the assigned site is the employees 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.

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 candidates 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 companys 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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