Senior Principal Metallurgist

At RTX, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling – to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today’s mission and stay ahead of tomorrow’s threat. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world.

This position is a Materials Engineer specializing in Metallurgy, located onsite in Andover, MA. It provides metallurgical support throughout the product life cycle, including design, development, production, failure analysis, mechanical testing, and new material qualification. The role also involves advanced additive manufacturing support and supplier process coordination.

• Evaluate materials and processes for compliance with specifications and design/performance requirements.
• Provide metallurgical support throughout the product life cycle.
• Support product production and supplier activities.
• Resolve technical, operational, and supplier problems related to materials and processes.
• Participate in analysis and documentation of technical positions for alternate materials, obsolescence, and failure analysis.
• Travel up to 25% as needed.

• Bachelor’s degree in Materials Science/Engineering or Metallurgy and a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field with at least 7 years experience.
• Experience with metal alloy systems such as Aluminum, Copper, Carbon Steel, Alloy Steel, Corrosion‑Resistant Steel, High‑Temperature Materials, and Specialty Alloys.
• Experience in metallurgical heat treatment and pyrometry (e.g., SAE AMS
  2750, SAE AMS
  2759, SAE AMS
  2770).

• Experience working with metals in design and development (material selections) and/or evaluating metals for product use.
• Experience reviewing engineering drawings and technical data packages (TDPs).
• Customer‑facing technical leadership and presentation experience to customers or industry committees.
• Experience on defense industry programs, projects, or products.
• Experience serving as a technical liaison between engineering, manufacturing, Integrated Product Team, quality, and/or supply chain organizations.
• Experience with metal manufacturing methods (casting, forging, mill products, heat treatment, furnace brazing, additive manufacturing).
• Experience evaluating suppliers performing special manufacturing processes; familiarity with Nadcap on either subscriber or supplier side.
• Knowledge of industry standards for metals and metal manufacturing (Aerospace Materials Specifications, American Welding Society, ASTM International).
• Understanding of corrosion fundamentals and mitigation techniques.
• Experience with mechanical and/or chemical analysis methods and characterization techniques.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and complete scientific‐based projects, including failure analysis and obsolescence investigations.

Salary range: $132,400 – $251,600 USD (good faith estimate).

Benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term and 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. Additional annual incentive compensation may apply based on level and business unit.

U.S. citizenship required. Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance is required, with an active clearance from day 1.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select interview steps in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of role designation.

This role is U.S. based. For U.S. territory residents, appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.

RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from posting.

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. 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.