Date Posted:2025-10-01
Country:United States of America
Location:UT13: RC-CT - Corp 411 Silver Lane, East Hartford, CT, 06108 USA
Position Role Type:Hybrid
U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: Security Clearance: None/Not Required
RTX is an Aerospace and Defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military, and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses - Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 195,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science, as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics, and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, VA.
RTX Technology Research Center (RTRC) serves as the innovation hub for RTX. We conduct basic and applied research in a stimulating multi-disciplinary environment where scientists, engineers, practitioners, and subject matter experts collaborate and exchange experience. By combining a passion for science and research with precision engineering we create smart and sustainable solutions and products that help our businesses shape the future.
The following position is to join our RTX Corporate, Enterprise Services, Research Center or BBN team:
The Aerodynamics & Acoustics team at RTX Technology Research Center invites individuals with aerodynamics and/or aeroacoustics expertise and strong analytical and numerical physics-based modeling skills to apply for an open position.
What you will do:- 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.
What you must have:- 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.
Qualifications We Prefer:- 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.
What We Offer: Whether you're just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement and work/life benefits; career development and recognition programs. Some of the benefits we offer include parental (including paternal) leave, flexible work schedules, achievement awards, educational assistance and child/adult backup care.
Location: This position is Onsite in East Hartford CT
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 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.
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