RTX · 1 week ago
Research Engineer, Aerodynamics
East Hartford, CT
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$82K/yr - $164K/yr
5+ years expRTX is an Aerospace and Defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military, and government customers worldwide. They are seeking a Senior Research Engineer to join their Aerodynamics & Acoustics team, focusing on developing innovative technologies for aerospace and defense applications through collaboration and advanced modeling techniques.
AerospaceManufacturingSecuritySensorTelecommunications
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
We are seeking a Senior Research Engineer to join our cohesive team of engineers and technicians who are focused on developing innovative technologies and solving challenging problems for aerospace and defense applications
Collaborate within multidisciplinary teams in areas such as propulsion systems, turbomachinery, compression systems, and high-speed flows
Innovative in the delivery of advanced technology through creative analysis and problem solving; to possess the ability to select and deploy appropriate modeling fidelity for a given problem including the application of high-fidelity computational models; to communicate research results effectively through both verbal and written means; and to participate in the creation of research proposals to RTX business units and government agencies
Qualification
Required
A University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years experience
Experience in fluid mechanics / aerodynamics / aeroacoustics / aeroelastics as applied to propulsion systems, rotor technologies, turbomachinery, compression systems, or high-speed flows with experience in the application of computational fluid dynamics in one or more of these areas
Experience in the application of analytical skills towards the development of new technologies
U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract
Preferred
Master's Degree or Ph.D. in mechanical or aerospace engineering, or closely related field
Ph.D. candidates with no formal experience will be considered. M.S. candidates must have 1+ years of experience in a relevant work environment
Adaptability and the ability to thrive in a collaborative environment
Excellent communication skills, informal and formal presentation skills, and ability to foster positive relationships with internal and external partners
Ability to manage uncertain requirements, develop approaches to solve problems, and recognize when additional subject matter expertise is needed
Benefits
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
Holidays
Company
RTX
RTX is comprised of three market-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney and Raytheon – working as one to answer the biggest questions and solve the hardest problems in aerospace and defense.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$3.2MKey Investors
LIFT Ecosystem Accelerator
2024-02-22Grant· $0.2M
2019-06-09Acquired
2010-01-14Grant· $3M
Leadership Team
Daniel Conroy
Chief Technology Officer - Digital
Kevin DaSilva
Corporate Vice President & Treasurer
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