Senior Power Electronics Research Engineer

What You Will Do

We are seeking a Senior Research Engineer to join our cohesive team of research engineers and technicians who are focused on developing innovative technologies and solving challenging problems for aerospace and defense applications. Collaborate within multidisciplinary teams in areas such as high-power systems, power electronics packaging/thermal systems, and aerospace propulsion systems. Deliver advanced technology through creative analysis and problem solving. Select and deploy appropriate modeling fidelity for a given problem, including the application of high-fidelity computational models and circuit simulation tools (e.g., MATLAB, Python, LTspice, Altium, etc).

Communicate research results effectively through both verbal and written means. Participate in the creation of research proposals to RTX business units and government agencies.

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related discipline and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience, or an MS Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years experience.
• Experience in electrical engineering and power electronics as applied to power converter design, high-power systems, or pulse power design.
• Experience in the application of analytical skills towards the development of new technologies.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship now or in the future. RTX will not offer sponsorship for this position.

• Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a closely related field. Ph.D. candidates with no formal experience will be considered.
• M.S. candidates must have 3+ years of experience in a relevant work environment.
• Adaptability and the ability to thrive in a collaborative environment.
• Excellent communication skills, informal and formal presentation skills, and ability to foster positive relationships with internal and external partners.
• Ability to manage uncertain requirements, develop approaches to solve problems, and recognize when additional subject matter expertise is needed.
• Specialized knowledge or research interest in one or more of the following areas:
  Pulsed power systems, Space applications (radiation-hardened electronics), On-chip power delivery, integration and packaging, Fusion systems (plasma, ultra-high voltage), Semiconductor power devices, Alternate propulsion systems.

• Robust total rewards package with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement and work/life benefits; career development and recognition programs.
• Benefits include parental (including paternal) leave, flexible work schedules, achievement awards, educational assistance and child/adult backup care.

Work Location:

Hybrid - East Hartford, CT

Salary range: 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.