Principal Dynamics, Mechanical Engineer; Onsite

Principal Dynamics Engineer – Aircraft Wheels & Brakes

Date Posted:

Country: United States of America

Location: US-OH-TROY-101 ~ 101 Waco St ~ WACO

Position Role Type: Onsite

U.S. Person

Required:

The position is limited to U.S. Persons (defined under 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) and 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)).

Work will be performed on site at the Troy, OH facility.

• Lead structural dynamics projects for aircraft wheels and brakes, ensuring analytical assessment, dynamic testing, system response analysis, and final reporting for internal and external customers.
• Create and validate structural dynamics models using ANSYS Mechanical, LS-Dyna, and other CAE tools.
• Define parameters for dynamics‑related dynamometer test programs and oversee instrumentation, data acquisition, and analysis.
• Update and validate finite element models through test data correlation.
• Provide design recommendations based on modeling and test results to improve dynamic response.
• Resolve field and operational issues related to excessive vibrations using Root Cause and Corrective Actions (RCCA).
• Lead technology development and analytical method improvements with the latest CAE tools and experimental validation.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams during product development, validation, and qualification, prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
• Mentor junior and new engineers in dynamics engineering skills and review their work for technical quality.
• Travel up to 10% domestically and internationally when required.
• Perform other duties as required.

• Typical requirement: a STEM degree with a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree with at least 5 years of experience.
• 5+ years of experience in Structural Dynamics, NVH, and/or Friction‑Induced Vibration product development.
• Experience with dynamics modeling and simulation using LS‑Dyna, Abaqus Explicit, or similar.
• Experience in test instrumentation, data acquisition, signal processing, and model validation associated with dynamics testing.

• Experience in Aero Structures, aircraft wheels, and brakes.
• Experience developing highly nonlinear dynamic models for explicit solvers.
• Programming/scripting skills in MATLAB and Python.
• Hands‑on experience with vibration testing and discrete data post‑processing techniques such as FFT, ODS, and other analysis methods.
• Knowledge of MIL‑STD‑810, DO‑160, or other relevant aerospace standards.

Benefits include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees.
• Generous 401(k) plan with employer matching and Lifetime Income Strategy option.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Student loan repayment program.
• Life insurance and disability coverage.
• Optional coverages such as pet, home, and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, and  protection.
• Birth, adoption, and parental leave benefits.
• Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning support.
• Adoption assistance.
• Autism benefit.
• Employee Assistance Plan with up to 10 free counseling sessions.
• Healthy You Incentives and wellness rewards program.
• Virtual doctor visits through Doctor on Demand.
• Bright Horizons child and elder care services.
• Teladoc Medical Experts and second opinion program.
• Other benefits are available.

This role is eligible for relocation.

Salary Range: 107,500 USD - 204,500 USD. The range reflects all experience levels and is adjusted for location, education, and key skills.

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.