CSE GTF HPC Structures Senior Engineer; Onsite

Location and Role Type

Date Posted:

Location:

US-CT-MIDDLETOWN-140 ~ Aircraft Rd ~ BLDG 140

Role Type:
Onsite

Citizenship: U.S. Citizen required

Security Clearance:
None

Salary Range: $86,800 - $165,200 USD

Provide structures analytical support for GTF commercial programs, with responsibility for the durability and structural integrity of gas-turbine compressor components. This includes airfoils, rotors & shafts, cases, and actuation linkage systems.

Provide analytical support for preliminary and detailed design, through development, validation, certification, manufacturing, and operational service. Cover validation testing (engine and rig) and data‑reduction. Support in‑service field investigations.

Use FE and classical methods for strength, stress/deflection, vibration, fatigue life, damage tolerance, containment, kinematic and optimization analyses. Participate on multi‑discipline teams to provide design solutions that balance customer requirements for durability, performance, cost and weight.

Provide oversight and technical guidance for less experienced engineers and outsourced tasks. Coordinate with others to advance technology and improve engineering standard work processes/methods. Document and present results to management and external customers.

• BS in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering (or equivalent) with 5+ years of experience OR Advanced degree with 3+ years of experience
• Experience using FEM for stress/deflection, vibration, and performing LCF, HCF, Fracture Mechanics or Kinematics analyses
• Background in structural analysis
• U.S. citizenship required
• Demonstrated problem‑solving skills
• Strong communication and task coordination skills

• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term disability, long‑term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays (specific benefits dependent on business unit and collective‑bargaining agreement)
• Possibility of annual short‑term and/or long‑term incentive compensation programs (not guaranteed, based on performance)

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.