Mechanical Test Engineer; Onsite

Date Posted:

Country:
United States of America

Location:

US-CT-WINDSOR LOCKS-B1A, 1 Hamilton Rd, BLDG 1A

Position Role Type:
Onsite

• Design, implement, and maintain test processes for Space Systems hardware using lean philosophies and techniques.
• Take a leadership role in driving action in the development, planning & implementation of timely and effective corrective actions for problems during product manufacturing and testing.
• Get involved testing, data analysis, and interface with all aspects of the engineering department.
• Conduct interpretation/analysis of customer test requirements and subsequent cost estimates to support an appropriate test program.
• Interface daily with Program, Manufacturing, Quality and Engineering organizations to ensure that customer committed hardware and data deliveries are consistently met.
• Support laboratory testing of Space Station hardware.
• Develop and validate tooling concepts.
• Author and maintain operation/test procedures.
• Prepare standardized operation/test sheets.
• Define test rig and facility requirements.
• Participate on program Integrated Product Development teams.
• Review drawings and concepts.
• Resolve producibility concerns.
• Demonstrate the capability of working independently and being self‑motivated.
• Travel up to 10%.

• Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience.
• 5 – 7+ years of experience working on the manufacture of complex mechanical systems.
• Experience with advanced instrumentation and data acquisition systems.
• Experience should include testing of complex mechanical systems, testing of components such as heat exchangers, pumps, fans, & accumulators.
• Excellent communication skills, written and verbal, are required.
• Have working knowledge of Microsoft Windows and experience in using any type of Publishing Software.

• Knowledge of LabVIEW.
• Familiarity with a modeling and/or design package such as ProE, Creo, or CAD is desired.
• Strong knowledge of Continuous improvement methods (ACE or the DMAIC model) and demonstrated use of their tools is desirable.
• Experience with a MRP (Manufacturing Resource Planning) system is desirable.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
• Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Life insurance and disability coverage

$86,800 USD - $165,200 USD

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.