Chemist – Core Material Control Lab; Onsite

Location: US-CT-EAST HARTFORD-ETC ~ 400 Main St ~ BLDG ETC

Date Posted:

Country: United States of America

Position Role Type: Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Security Clearance Type: None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status: Not Required

Pratt & Whitney is working to once again transform the future of flight—designing, building and servicing engines unlike any the world has ever seen. And because transformation begins from within, we’re seeking the people to drive it. So, calling all curious. Come ready to explore and you’ll find a place where your talent takes flight—beyond the borders of title, a country or your comfort zone.

Bring your passion and commitment and we’ll welcome you into a tight-knit team that takes our mission personally. Channel your drive to make a difference into shaping an organization and an industry that’s evolving fast to the future.

At Pratt & Whitney, the difference you make is on display every day. Just look up.

We are seeking a highly motivated Chemist to support chemical, mechanical, and metallurgical testing of aerospace materials in a fast‑paced, customer‑driven laboratory environment. This role is critical to ensuring material compliance with industry and government standards and requires a strong technical foundation, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently while collaborating across teams. The ideal candidate brings hands‑on laboratory experience, strong analytical skills, and a customer‑focused mindset to support manufacturing and engineering partners.

• Perform chemical, mechanical, and metallurgical analyses to evaluate aerospace materials for compliance with applicable specifications and standards.
• Conduct elemental analysis using ICP, ICP‑MS, GFAA, iSpark, and XRF, utilizing industry‑standard calibration and analytical methods.
• Perform gas detection using IR detectors on LECO analyzers (e.g., C/S, O/N/H).
• Execute routine tank chemistry analysis using acid–base titrations.
• Conduct physical and mechanical testing using Instron systems.
• Perform fuels and oils analysis using a variety of instrumentations, including UV‑Vis, calorimeter, viscometer, spectroil, and NMR.
• Maintain accurate, clear, and concise laboratory documentation and reports.
• Independently manage workload and prioritize testing activities to meet customer and production demands.
• Interact professionally and effectively with internal and external customers at all levels.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to laboratory processes, safety, and efficiency.

• BS degree in Chemistry, Metallurgy, Materials Science, or a related field and a minimum 8 years prior relevant laboratory experience, or an Advanced Degree and minimum 5 years experience.
• Proficient in MS Office.

• Experience and knowledge of MCL processes and procedures.
• 5+ years of laboratory experience, with demonstrated proficiency in elemental analysis (ICP, ICP‑MS, iSpark, GFAA, & XRF) or strong wet chemistry skills, including titrations and sample digestions.
• Experience with laboratory and instrument software such as Bluehill 3, Syngistix, Qtegra, Oxsas, and Win Lab.
• Prior experience supporting manufacturing or production environments.
• Strong problem‑solving, organizational, and computer skills.
• Experience leading cross‑functional team projects.
• Demonstrated ability to interface with customers and respond with urgency when required.

In addition to transforming the future of flight, we are also transforming how and where we work. We’ve introduced role types to help you understand how you will operate in our blended work environment. This role is:
Onsite:
Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance workers, as they are essential to the development of our engines.

For onsite roles, commuting to and from the assigned site is the employee’s personal responsibility.

As part of our commitment…