Research Engineer I (Onsite)

About this role

Date Posted: 2026-08-12

 Country: United States of America

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

 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

Are you ready to explore the world of aerospace and defense? Do you want to learn from and collaborate with some of the greatest minds in the industry? At RTX, our internships, co-ops and full-time careers provide an exceptional foundation to work on complex problems, advance your skills and create a safer, more connected world. Discover opportunities to make a difference at RTX. 

Pratt & Whitney is a world leader in the design, manufacture and service of aircraft engines and auxiliary power systems and has been revolutionizing modern flight for over 100 years. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

The Survivability Discipline Group (SDG) is seeking a highly motivated entry-level engineer to support key military programs. As a part of our team, you’ll help answer today’s survivability challenges while crafting and supporting tomorrow’s innovative solutions.  As an industry-recognized leading producer of the world’s most powerful jet engines, we strive to find dedicated individuals to enhance our organization. If you aspire to contribute to a dynamic environment and possess the motivation to convert new ideas into practice, this may be the opportunity you’ve been looking for.   What You Will Do • Construction and execution of computational models • Collaborate across several technical disciplines within P&W to collect inputs for analysis • Support production and sustainment efforts • Support projects across engineering and test facilities in East Hartford, CT, Middletown, CT, and West Palm Beach, FL • Create and report analytical/test results to team • Depending on background, candidate will support technical work/projects in one or more SDG disciplines • Travel up to 10%

What You Will Learn • This position is a part of our Engineering Development Program (EDP). EDP participants will complete three to four rotations to build technical breadth and leadership abilities before graduating from the program.

Qualifications You Must Have  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Physics, or related Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) major obtained by start date.   • Experience creating technical documentation (reports/presentations) and presenting technical information • Minimum 3.0 Cumulative GPA

Qualifications We Prefer • Experience with creating software with common programming languages (C#, C++, Python, Java, and/or FORTRAN) • Familiarization with modern day gas turbine engines • Experience with data analysis • Prior RTX internship, co-op, or work experience. 

What We Offer   • Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.  • Selected candidate will be automatically enrolled in the P&W Engineering Development Program (rotational program within P&W).

Learn More & Apply Now!   Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role.   Onsite : Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products. 

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.

The salary range for this role is 57,200 USD - 108,800 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, 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 are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.

Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.

This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.

RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.

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

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