Date Posted:
2026-05-13Country:
United States of AmericaLocation:
US-CT-EAST HARTFORD-ETC ~ 400 Main St ~ BLDG ETCPosition Role Type:
OnsiteU.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:
U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.Security Clearance Type:
None/Not RequiredSecurity Clearance Status:
Not RequiredAt RTX, the world largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world.
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.
What You Will Do:
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Guide the creation and execution of the strategic vision for Discipline including identifying long-term strategic technology roadmaps and securing internal & external funding.
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Manage and lead a team of skilled engineers and technicians focused on high temperature alloy development to support both next generation engine designs and sustainment of the existing fleet.
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Establish project prioritization, allocate resources appropriately and hold team members accountable for achieving committed objectives on schedule.
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Provide technical mentorship and coaching to direct reports on management and communication of risk and the execution of risk-based decision making.
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Evaluate team performance and develop strategic plan to execute to attract new talent to continue knowledge transition to the next generation of alloys engineers.
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Attract, hire, develop, and retain talent by coaching, encouraging, challenging, and ensuring that the talent is being developed for next generation of subject matter experts.
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Build effective relationships by collaborating with both internal and external customers and peers.
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Responsible for driving process improvements to solve problems or enhance the efficiency of the work area.
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Provide field & production support to meet business needs and customer requirements.
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Responsibilities include root cause analysis, brainstorming solutions, implementing corrective actions, and ensuring elimination of the root cause.
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Monitor and review technical work for completeness and technical accuracy.
Qualifications You Must Have:
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BS degree in technical or engineering discipline, preferably metallurgy, materials science, chemical engineering or mechanical engineering and 12+ years of relevant experience.
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Advanced degree in technical or engineering discipline, preferably metallurgy, materials science, chemical engineering or mechanical engineering and 10+ years of work experience.
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US Citizenship is required as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.
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Travel Requirements: 10%.
Qualifications We Prefer:
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Significant experience with processing, characterization, and mechanical properties of cast + wrought, powder, and/or single crystal nickel-based alloys.
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Knowledge of and/or experience in physics-based materials and processes models at different length and time scales and associated experimental research to understand material properties.
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Demonstrated skill as a team leader or manager (preferred) in aerospace or defense industry strong communication skills to build positive relationships within and across teams.
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Experience in new material introductions and/or Technology maturation processes (For example TRL/MRL).
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Experience in establishing and managing collaborative projects, developing strategic partnerships within industry and/or academic institutions.
What We Offer:
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Benefits
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Relocation Package
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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
Please ensure the role type defined below is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role. This position is classified as:
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.
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.
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 157,200 USD - 298,800 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 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.
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