Advanced Manufacturing Test Engineer

Date Posted:

2024-08-01

Country:

United States of America

Location:

RC1: United Tech Research Center 411 Silver Lane, East Hartford, CT, 06108 USA

Position Role Type:

Onsite

For more than 90 years the RTX Technology Research Center (RTRC) has operated as a multidisciplinary group of experts collaborating on groundbreaking innovations. Our team includes some of the world’s leading scientists, researchers and engineers working to anticipate the discoveries destined to change everything, and they transform that research into the solutions and products that help our businesses shape the future of aerospace and defense. Our unique talent, experience and resources allow us to deliver rapid responses to critical, time-sensitive challenges and develop breakthroughs for a safer, more connected world.

The RTX Technology Research Center (RTRC) is seeking a highly motivated individual for the position of Advanced Manufacturing Test Engineer. The candidate will join the Advanced Manufacturing Team which specializes in the development and demonstration of manufacturing technologies for internal deployment as well as for external research programs across a variety of technical areas including machining, cold spray, additive manufacturing, robotic automation, amongst many others. The successful candidate will be responsible for the development, testing, optimization, and demonstration of novel manufacturing processes including Waterjet Guided Laser and/or Ultrasonic Impact Grinding, as well as design of test articles and fixturing and CNC programming of multi-axis machining centers. The individual will participate in project meetings with cross-functional teams, assist in manufacturing process development, support project reviews with internal and external customers, and produce coupons and hardware for testing, demo, and evaluation. The individual will work with the team in a fast-paced, R&D environment alongside leading scientists and colleagues from across RTRC and the greater RTX organization (including Collins Aerospace, Pratt and Whitney, and Raytheon) to conceive, develop, and demonstrate next generation technologies for Aerospace and Defense applications.

Responsibilities

Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and computer-aided design (CAD) files to determine the correct settings and tooling for each application

Use CAD/CAM tools to model cutting paths and program multi-axis machines 

Design fixturing, tooling, and process parameters to enable manufacturing of parts with exceptional quality and in the most cost-effective manner

Program probing routines to locate parts in a 5-axis CNC machine

Perform test cuts on a 5-axis waterjet guided laser or ultrasonic impact grinding machining centers to cut, drill, and dice a variety of advanced materials including metals, ceramics, and semiconductors

Monitor the progress and results of each trial and optimize process parameters to meet quality standards

Keep accurate records of trials, material usage, and machine downtime

Troubleshoot process and equipment issues and make necessary adjustments to achieve desired project outcomes

Work safely at all times, following all safety protocols and procedures

Comply with all company policies and procedures

Qualifications You Must Have

• Proven hands-on experience with CNC machines

• Experience with 3D CAD modeling (SolidWorks, Siemens NX, Catia, etc.)

• CNC programming experience (CAMWorks, Mastercam, NX CAM, etc.)

• Mechanical aptitude

• Attention to detail and safety focused

• U.S. Person (U.S. Citizen or Permanent U.S. Resident/Green Card) required.

Qualifications We Prefer

• 5-axis programming using NX CAM

• Experience with FANUC CNC controls

• Laser machining, laser materials processing, optics

• Experience with ultrasonic machining

• Fixture design and fabrication

• Machining of ceramics, semiconductors

• NX CAM Post-Processor writing and modification

• Quality control experience

Education & Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, manufacturing, or related field with two years of experience or a Master's degree.

RTX Corporation 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 Systems, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 185,000 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 pr