Advanced Measurements Structural Data Recording II (Onsite)

Date Posted:

2026-01-12

Country:

United States of America

Location:

PW102: Middletown Aircraft Rd P.O. Box 611, Middletown, CT, 06457 USA

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:

DoD Clearance: Secret

Pratt & Whitney is working to once again transform the future of flight—designing, building and servicing engines unlike any the world has ever seen. And because transformation begins from within, we’re seeking the people to drive it. So, calling all curious. 

Come ready to explore and you’ll find a place where your talent takes flight—beyond the borders of title, a country or your comfort zone. Bring your passion and commitment and we’ll welcome you into a tight-knit team that takes our mission personally. Channel your drive to make a difference into shaping an organization and an industry that’s evolving fast to the future.

  

At Pratt & Whitney, the difference you make is on display every day. Just look up. Are you ready to go beyond?

What You Will Do

Support a role within the Advanced Measurements and Structural Data Recording Operations department within Development Operations (DO). Perform a wide variety of technical tasks in support of engine instrumentation and test facility readiness for development and production testing. Structural Data Recording (SDR) supports engine test and assembly by configuring a high-speed data system to acquire structural data from sensors installed on engine hardware and in the test cell, ensuring clean high quality data via real-time monitoring, identifying issues, and troubleshoot/repair sensors and wiring. These tests occur in our onsite engine and rig test cells, as well as at customer sites around the world. Advanced measurements is comprised of Non-Interference Stress Measurement System (NSMS), Proximity, and Blade Tip Clearance. These technologies require our team to be immersed in the design, fabrication, calibration, and installation of these sensors during engine design, assembly, and test phase. Tasks include consultation with engineering and customer groups to establish requirements, mechanical and electrical installations, troubleshooting and calibration of devices in the test facility or lab, and running specialized data acquisition systems during validation testing.

• This position involves a high degree of interaction supporting test engineering, design groups, and operations groups requiring effective verbal and written communication skills.

• A strong emphasis is placed on dedication, innovation, collaboration, resourcefulness, and attention to detail.

• This organization supports testing and field operations across multiple company and customer sites throughout the US and the world.

• Support the build of engines with the associated advanced sensors.

• Prep instrumentation measurement systems for engine test.

• Set up test facilities with associated hardware to support engine test.

• Travel for this role is up to 10% - 20%.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Bachelor degree in Engineering, Science or Technology

• 2 years of experience

Qualifications We Prefer

• Bachelor degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or Physics.

• Internship experience with Pratt & Whitney, RTX, or within the aerospace industry.

• FAA Airframe & Powerplant licensed mechanic.

• Knowledge of various instrumentation types and sensor applications in the aerospace industry and experience in other signal acquisition or processing software

• Experience in sensor wiring, terminations, egress, signal conditioning and data acquisition system operation and troubleshooting.

• Experience and understanding of commercial and/or military engines

• Experience/knowledge with sensor types including but not limited to strain gages, accelerometers, pressure transducers, thermocouples, proximity, and blade positioning optical measurement equipment.

• A good balance between mechanical and electrical aptitude.  

• Currently hold or Ability to obtain a US Gov Security Clearance.

What We Offer:

• Employee Scholar Program

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• Development Operations provides services to support future products for global commercial airlines, industrial partners and military customers. Serv