Senior Structures Engineer

Senior Structures EngineerPratt & Whitney is working to once again transform the future of flightdesigning, 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 flightbeyond 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.At Pratt & Whitney, the difference you make is on display every day. Just look up.Are you ready to go beyond?Pratt & Whitney is looking for a Senior Structures Engineer to join our Mechanical Systems, Externals, and Nacelles (MSEN) structures team, focusing on structural analysis for military engine programs.What You Will Do:Perform analyses to demonstrate the durability and structural integrity of MSEN components; Execute structural analysis across all product life cycle phases, including design, testing, certification, delivery, and post-production support; Hardware to be analyzed includes bearing compartments, gearboxes, lube pumps, oil tanks, tubes, mount brackets, and ducts.Oversee MSEN component health during validation tests (engine and rig), analyze data, and ensure test objectives are fulfilled.Conduct field investigations and evaluate components using finite element analysis and traditional methods for strength, vibration, fatigue, and damage tolerance.Participate as the structure's representative and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to design solutions that meet durability, performance, cost, and weight requirements; participate in multi-disciplined integrated product teams and present analysis results to Pratt & Whitney leadership and customer representatives.Advance technology, refine engineering processes, document analysis findings, and present results to management and customers.Travel up to 5% (Domestic).What You Will Learn:Utilize state-of-the-art analytical methods to validate the structural integrity of Mechanical systems and Externals hardwareBe part of an integrated product team with responsibilities for executing FEMs, performing lifing analyses, and writing technical reports.Responsible for planning, execution, and completion of structural analysis supporting engine test validation activitiesCommunicate technical progress and status to various program groups, senior management, as well as internal/external customers.Be a member of the broader MSEN structures community and support the strategic development and growth of the structures discipline health.Qualifications You Must Have:Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Engineering and 5 years of engineering experience with structural analysis experience, or an Advanced degree in a related field with 3 years of engineering experience with structural analysis experience.U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.Qualifications We Prefer:Master of Science degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, or actively pursuing an advanced degree.Active and transferable U.S. government-issued security clearance or the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government-issued security clearance.Skilled in Ansys Parametric Design Language (APDL), ANSYS Software (Workbench), CATIA, MATLAB, Performance Product Definition, Siemens Teamcenter.Experience in Tubes and Vibration, and Mechanical Systems components.What We Offer:Eligible for Relocation.Learn More & Apply NowDepartment/Segment Overview: The Mechanical Systems, Externals, and Nacelles (MSEN) Engineering organization is responsible for the design, development, and in-service support of power transmission systems, bearing compartment and rotor support design and analysis, oil and thermal management systems, engine externals packaging, and architecture, as well as nacelles for commercial and military engine models. Technical disciplines include Project Engineering, Mechanical Design, Structural Analysis, Product Definition, System Modeling, Mechanical Design analysis for bearings gears, and seals, and fluid-thermal modeling of associated components and systems.What is your 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.The salary range for this role is 82,000 USD - 164,000 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 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.