Nozzle Aero-Thermal Fluids Senior Engineer

Date Posted:

2026-11-03



Country:

United States of America



Location:

US-CT-EAST HARTFORD-ETC ~ 400 Main St ~ BLDG ETC



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

At RTX, the world's 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.

The Aero Thermal Fluids (ATF) organization is responsible for the functional aerodynamic design, analysis and performance of components and modules throughout Pratt & Whitney commercial and military engine product lines.   

The Exhaust Systems Aero group is a part of the ATF organization focused on the aerodynamic design and analysis of high-performance military exhaust systems, including bypass duct and nozzle aerodynamics, augmentor combustion, and exhaust system cooling design. 

We are seeking a motivated candidate to support the Nozzle Aero discipline within the Aero Thermal Fluids (ATF) organization. The selected candidate must have advanced technical skills and proficiency in using/developing high fidelity modeling (Computational Fluid Dynamics) of complex aerodynamic systems and flows.  We are seeking motivated engineers with strong technical, problem solving, Critical thinking, and communication skills to join our team and be part of continuing Pratt & Whitney's industry leadership in current and next generation military propulsion systems.  

What You Will Do:

• Plan and execute aerothermal tasks, including concept studies, product design, rig & engine tests, technology development, and root cause investigations. 
• Create models and perform aero thermal fluids analyses. 
• Drive component & module designs by executing and interpreting analysis, identifying opportunities, and influencing engineering decisions  
• Coordinate analyses and communicate results as part of a cross-disciplinary team including internal and external customers (airframers, govt. reps). 
• Timely & quality delivery of aerothermal analyses and contract deliverables 
• Support rig and/or engine testing, analyze results in support of analytical model validation and product design verification. 
• Work is full-time on-site at P&W East Hartford campus. 

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, or Aerospace Engineering, or related fields and 5+ years of prior relevant experience, OR 
• Advanced degree in a related field and 3+ years of relevant engineering experience 
• U.S Citizenship is required as only U.S citizens are authorized to access information under this program / contract.   
• Ability to obtain security clearance after day one of hire. 
• Travel up to 10% 

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Active US Government Security Clearance at a Secret Level or Higher or be able to obtain/maintain a US Government Security Clearance at a Secret Level or Higher
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.   
• Demonstrated technical excellence in aerodynamic/fluid mechanics analysis, compressible flow, and their associated analysis tools (CFD, FEA, CAD, Matlab, etc).  
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

What We Offer:

• Benefits
• Relocation

Learn More & Apply Now!

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 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 86,800 USD - 165,200 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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