Mechanical Systems Design Rotational Engineer 1

Date Posted:

2026-11-12



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:

U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.



Security Clearance Type:

None/Not Required



Security Clearance Status:

Not Required

Are you ready to explore the world of aerospace and defense? Do you want to learn from and collaborate with some of the greatest minds in the industry? At RTX, our internships, co-ops and full-time careers provide an exceptional foundation to work on complex problems, advance your skills and create a safer, more connected world. Discover opportunities to make a difference at RTX.

What You Will Do

Pratt & Whitney is seeking an Mechanical Systems Design Rotational Engineer I to support our Mechanical Systems, Externals, & Nacelles (MSEN) Engineering organization through execution of design tasks, upward communication of status/risks, and mentoring of team members.

As a Mechanical Systems Design Rotational Engineer I at Pratt & Whitney, you will……

• Start with a 12-month rotation in Mechanical Systems Design
• Complete Design subtasks and design of individual parts with minimal guidance, owning results and driving work to review and approval of Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) and Discipline Chiefs.
• Create solid models and print redlines and coordinate with Product Definition (PD) on release
• Perform complex calculations, such as tolerance stacks, part gapping, part sizing according to standard work and best practices
• Coordinate cross‑discipline handoffs, understanding how your design impacts structural, thermal, and secondary‑flow analysis teams.
• Present technical work to CIPT and discipline chiefs, communicating risks and background on design decisions.
• Execute with urgency to provide recommended disposition to subject matter experts (SME) for customer fleet issues
• Support engine builds and teardowns and Engine Centers and Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) sites
• Travel up to 20% (Domestic and International).

What You Will Learn

• Candidates hired will begin their first 2.5 years at Pratt & Whitney as part of the Engineering Development Program (EDP). This program consists of three rotations that are 12 months - 9 months - 9 months in duration and typically occur in three distinct disciplines within the hiring department. The intent of our EDP is to offer breadth & depth in various technical experiences through challenging positions available in our organizations. This program will help expand your professional and technical competencies that will serve as the foundation for exceptional contributions that you will make at Pratt & Whitney.
• How to strengthen technical depth in key Design Discipline areas, including influencing small assembly design and understanding manufacturing/drawing relationships, and gapping.
• How to engage cross‑disciplinary teams to understand system-level impacts and integrating structural, thermal, and secondary‑flow inputs.
• How to integrate components within a Bearing Compartment, including complex castings, forgings, machining, bearings, carbon seals, and secondary seals.
• How to integrate design needs across multiple hardware types and neighboring module centers.
• How to communicate effectively with Component Integrated Product Team (CIPT), discipline chiefs, and MSEN Leadership, including presenting risks and mitigations.
• How to independently plan and execute the technical path for medium-scale sub-tasks.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical engineering, related Science or Engineering major obtained by start date
• Experience with Computer-Aided Design (CAD) software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or similar)
• Minimum 3.0 Cumulative GPA

Experience may be obtained through on-the-job experience, research, coursework, or projects.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience with engineering principles, materials, and manufacturing processes. 
• Experience with problem-solving and working collaboratively in a team environment. 
• Experience making design decisions and influence hardware using system knowledge and analysis outputs.
• Experience conveying technical concepts
• Experience independently executing multiple tasks and lead sub-tasks.
• Experience with Design or Modeling of Bearings, Carbon Seals, complex Castings, Machining's, and Forgings

What We Offer

• Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.
• Selected candidate will be automatically enrolled in the P&W Engineering Development Program (Rotational Program within P&W)
• Relocation Eligibility

Learn More & Apply Now!

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.

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 57,200 USD - 108,800 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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