Senior Test & Validation Engineer (P3) – Onsite

Date Posted:

2026-05-01

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-CT-MIDDLETOWN-220A ~ Aircraft Rd ~ BLDG 220A

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 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 is seeking a Senior Test & Validation Engineer to support our Product Safety, Certification, and Validation (PSCV) department to manage multiple engine programs within the Assembly and Test Engineering Organization. The selected candidate must possess sufficient depth and varied skills in validation programs, assembly and instrumentation techniques in jet engine development, industrial relations, and overall leadership skills to manage multiple engine builds under his/her span of control in a high-paced environment.

What You Will Do:

• Ensure assembly operations readiness and flawless execution of test vehicle Plan, builds, teardowns, and inspections.  
• Interface with CIPTs (Component Integrated Product Teams) and Systems engineers to ensure assembly requirements are being met on time and within budget, interface with assembly support groups or DO groups (Assembly Operation, Process Engineering, Tooling Services, Magic Shop, Clean Line, and Inspection), and lead assembly process improvement teams.  
• Focal point within Assembly Operations for all assigned programs. Current Test Engineers' activity includes Next Generation Product Family of engines for the BA, Neo, Embraer, and Irkut programs, as well as advanced engine programs, operational commercial engine programs, and operational military engine programs.
• Travel Requirement: 25% (Domestic).

Qualifications You Must Have:

• A Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering and 5 years of relevant experience, or an Advanced degree in a related field and 3 years of relevant experience. Relevant experience includes technical experience in testing and validation.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Experience in leading validation engine projects and in guiding others.
• Proven ability in leading major validation projects and leading process improvement projects. 
• Proficient in the use of continuing improvement tools (ACE/CORE) to drive process improvements leading to increased customer satisfaction.
• ACE Associate certification is preferred as well as working towards ACE/CORE Practitioner certification.
• Familiarity with PC based system.
• Experience in Team Center and SAP.

What We Offer:

• Eligible for Relocation.

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Department/Segment Overview:

Product Safety, Certification, and Validation (PSCV): PSCV and Engineering Quality ensures flight safety and compliance by validating and certifying products, engineering processes, and services that meet regulatory, engineering, and customer requirements to safeguard our employees, customers, and the flying public.

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.

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.

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