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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.

Innovation through diversity of thought. At Pratt & Whitney, we believe diversity of thought enables creativity, innovation, and a foundation for inclusion. By fostering an inclusive culture, we accept a shared accountability and responsibility to recognize, sponsor, coach, hire and promote talent equally. We welcome our employees to be their whole - best - selves at work because trust, respect and integrity, are a part of our DNA.

At Pratt & Whitney, the difference you make is on display every day. Just look up. Are you ready to go beyond?

Job Summary:

Principal Structures Engineer ( P4), on site at Tinker AFB Oklahoma City, to join our Hot Section Engineering (HSE) Structures Engineering group. The primary function of this position is to perform as an onsite structural engineering lead, representing Pratt & Whitney in front of our military customers. The Engineer will be part of the Component Integrated Product Teams (CIPT’s) which is responsible for resolving high priority engine tear down and rebuild challenges for military engine exhaust system at Tinker AFB Oklahoma City.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work as the onsite representative of the CIPT supporting engine/hardware investigations and dispositions , as well as lead and perform structures evaluations using Pratt and Whitneys Engineering Standard Work (ESW)

• Apply state-of-the-art finite element based methods to the analysis of military engine exhaust system. Provide technical direction based on structural evaluations that may involve consideration of strength, buckling, deflections, vibrations, fatigue life, damage tolerance and/or any other appropriate criterion. Also provide field problems support and recommend solutions.

• The candidate will also be a member of the broader HSE team and support strategic development and growth of Structures discipline health.

• Strong communication, interpersonal, time management and organizational skills.

• Work within a team environment with MROE, Design, Project and Durability Engineers

Basic Qualifications:

• BS in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

• 8+ years’ of relevant experience in structural integrity related analysis and risk assessment techniques for gas turbine engines, 5+ years with an advanced degree

• Must be a U.S. Citizen. This position may require access to systems/tools that are restricted to individuals who possess US citizenship.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Masters Degree or above in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering is preferred.

• Excellent analytical, problem solving and trending skills.

• Advanced proficiency with ANSYS APDL and / or Workbench

• Diverse Structures experience including analytical methods (FEA), hand calculations, and spreadsheet methods.

• Experience analyzing strength, stress, deflection, vibration, fatigue life, and damage tolerance.

• Familiarity with P&W Structures tools and procedures.

What is my role type?

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.

Candidates will learn more about role type and current site status throughout the recruiting process. For onsite and hybrid roles, commuting to and from the assigned site is the employee’s personal responsibility.

The salary range for this role is 96,000 USD - 200,000 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/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.

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