Project Engineer I - Compression Systems Engineering, Engineering Support To Operations (Onsite)

Date Posted:

2026-08-06

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-CT-EAST HARTFORD-OBF1 ~ 400 Main St ~ BLDG OBF1

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.

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.

Pratt & Whitney Compression Systems Engineering is seeking a goal oriented, detail-focused project engineer to work for the Engineering Support To Operations "ESTO" organization as a Project Engineer role based in East Hartford, CT. In this role you'll be responsible for Support to Operations task execution on the Fan Module and Compressor Module.

What You Will Do 

• Support the Integrated Product Team to meet task and technical requirements
• Support the Integrated Product Team with planning and managing the budget for all hardware and tasks.
• Prepare/present status and technical content to IPTL, ESTO Leadership, CIPT & upper Pratt & Whitney management.
• Work closely with the Integrated Product Team and authorities on hardware field investigations to drive root cause and recommend product improvements.
• Evaluate product improvement opportunities and initiate Class 2 engineering change executions for those initiatives.
• Coordinate evaluation and disposition of quality non-conformances and supplier requests for information.
• Support the Integrated Product Team in performing risk assessments and developing mitigation plans.

What You Will Learn

• How to tactically solve complex problems in a team environment.
• Inner workings of High Bypass Turbofan Engines.
• The technical design & architecture of that the worlds best, cutting edge Turbofan Engines.
• Draw close to manufacturing of metal cases, frames, kinematics hardware that for the turbofan compressors.
• This position is a part of our Engineering Development Program (EDP). EDP participants will complete three to four rotations to build technical breadth and leadership abilities before graduating from the program.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Bachelor’s degree Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or related Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) major obtained by start date
• Experience in a manufacturing environment
• Experience with UG Siemens NX Modeling
• Minimum 3.0 Cumulative GPA

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

Qualifications We Prefer

• Bachelor's of Science in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering
• Experience working in the Aerospace Industry, and jet engines in particular
• Previous gas turbine compressor experience
• Prior RTX internship, co-op, or work experience.

What We Offer

• Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: 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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