Aero-Thermal Test & Validation Engineer

Date posted: . Country:
United States of America.

Location:

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

A. Position. Role Type:
Onsite. U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status requirements:
The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance. Security Clearance Type:
DoD Clearance:
Secret. Security Clearance Status:
Active and existing security clearance required after day 1.

At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s 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.

Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

The following position is to join our Research Center Team:
The Aero‑Thermal Testing Group at RTX Technology Research Center is seeking a candidate with experience in experimental testing and test facility operations. The position requires analytical engineering skills and hands‑on experience in the assembly, instrumentation, installation, testing and troubleshooting of test articles and test facility support systems. Activities will include experimental test program planning and execution, day‑to‑day test operations, ensuring the validity and accuracy of experimental data, and effective communication with team members.

Also responsible for periodic safety audits, facilitating system maintenance, and the application of Environmental Health and Safety rules.

This is a first shift (daytime) position, however, due to the nature of the experimental testing, flexible scheduling and multi‑shift test support will be required.

• Experimental test program planning and execution
• Day‑to‑day test operations
• Ensuring the validity and accuracy of experimental data
• Effective communication with team members
• Periodic safety audits
• Facilitating system maintenance
• Application of Environmental Health and Safety rules

You Must Typically requires:

• University Degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or related engineering field, or equivalent experience and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years experience
• Minimum 1 year with experimental test execution and test facility operations troubleshooting
• Minimum 1 year experience in system design, fluid dynamics, pneumatic and hydraulic systems
• Minimum 1 year experience with Data acquisition and Control systems, and test instrumentation

• Strong technical leadership, troubleshooting, teaming, and documentation skills
• Experience generating fluid system schematics (P&'s) in Visio or Auto Cad
• Familiarity with ASME Pressure vessel and Process Piping Code
• Familiarity with gas turbine technology focused on aero combustor and/or aero compressor testing a plus
• Compliance with Environmental, Health and Safety rules and regulations

Whether you’re just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement and work/life benefits; career development and recognition programs. Some of the benefits we offer include parental (including paternal) leave, flexible work schedules, achievement awards, educational assistance and child/adult backup care.

• Healthcare
• Wellness
• Retirement
• Work/life benefits
• Career development
• Recognition programs
• Parental (including…