Materials Characterization Engineer

Date Posted:

Location:

US-CT-EAST HARTFORD-RTRC K ~ 411 Silver Ln ~ RTRC K

Position Type:
Onsite

The individual will work on multi-disciplinary teams to develop and execute complex materials characterization and investigation plans. Communication of results and scientific interpretation is expected through preparation of professional technical reports and presentations. The candidate may manage small to medium projects that require advanced knowledge of materials characterization instruments and will frequently work autonomously with limited oversight from the group manager.

Occasionally the candidate will coach and review the work of less senior professionals and collaborate with others regarding policies, practices, and procedures.

Required:

• Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience.
• Direct experience with a variety of materials characterization methods.
• Hands‑on experience with at least several of the following capabilities in a professional environment:
• Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM, FIB) and associated analytical techniques (EDS, EBSD, WDS, etc.)
• Optical Microscopy

Preferred:

• PhD in Materials Science & Engineering or related field.
• Focused Ion Beam (FIB) experience.
• X‑ray Computed Tomography (CT) experience.
• Transmission Electron Microscopy (TEM) experience.
• Image Analysis experience.

Salary range: $86,800 – $165,200 USD.

Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, holidays, and incentive compensation programs depending on the level and collective-bargaining agreement.

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 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.