Metallurgical Testing Analyst (Onsite)

Date Posted:

2025-10-13

Country:

United States of America

Location:

PW100: East Hartford 400 Main Street, East Hartford, CT, 06118 USA

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 certain necessary systems.

Security Clearance:

None/Not Required

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 tightknit 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?

The Hot Section Module Center (HSMC) in East Hartford, CT is looking to add a Metallurgical Testing Analyst to support metallographic testing and evaluation of engine component samples. This position is for an engineer to perform metallographic evaluation of blade and vane airfoils for various manufacturing processes. The successful candidate will be responsible for metallurgical sample preparation, evaluation, disposition and quality documentation of materials and processes. Interpretation of blueprints, specifications, procedures and laboratory manuals to assess what testing is required and conformance to requirements is a critical aspect of this position.

What You Will Do:

• Regular interaction with the production as well as other engineering disciplines to help respond to metallurgical problems and develop effective root cause and corrective action for manufacturing problems.

• Effective team player and contributor utilizing the CORE tools and continues improvement by maintaining EH&S and operating requirements in order to assure a safe and productive working environment. Position may also require occasional off-shift and weekend coverage based on business requirements.

• Perform metallographic evaluation and documentation of various processes as advance/aluminides coating, laser, EDM, braze, grinding used in blade and vanes airfoils.

• Provide clear, concise and accurate lab reports. Maintain records, mounts and sample residue retention. Monitor testing frequency of all processes.

• Develop cut up and evaluation sheet for all tested parts.

• Investigation of various parts and process related problems.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Bachelors Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 2 years of prior relevant experience in Materials Science, Engineering, Quality, or Aerospace industry.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Degree in Materials Science, or Engineering discipline focused on Metallurgy or Metallography.

• 2+ years of experience in metallographic testing, examination and documentation.

• Quality engineering or materials science background, and experience with root cause investigations, corrective actions and problem-solving tools.

• Strong proficiency in the use of hand tools and test equipment.

• Knowledge of Aerospace Quality and manufacturing standards.

• Strong computer skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access) with a commitment to accuracy.

• Understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles, and continuous improvement tools (CORE/ACE/SixSigma).

Learn More and Apply:

What is my role type? In addition to transforming the future of flight, we are also transforming how and where we work. We’ve introduced role types to help you understand how you will operate in our blended work environment.

This role is:

Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance workers, as they are essential to the development of our engines.

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.

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