Conversion: Advanced Measurements Research and Development Engineer II (Onsite)

Date Posted:

2026-08-13

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

This requisition is for an RTX intern converting to FT hire upon graduation.

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.

The Development Operations Organization is seeking a highly motivated engineer to join the Advanced Measurements Research and Development group in the Middletown, Connecticut facility.
 

What You Will Do

• Responsibilities may include working on tasks related to commercial engines, military engines or both depending on business need.
• May be required to obtain a security clearance.
• This position provides challenging assignments that support the development of new measurement techniques and diagnostic capabilities used to verify the structural integrity of gas turbine engines.
• Depending on the assignment, responsibilities may include sensor development, hardware/software design and assembly, bench testing, electrical system design, algorithm development, instrumentation installations, test monitoring, data processing and report generation.

What You Will Learn

• Candidates hired will begin their first 2.5 years at Pratt & Whitney as part of the Engineering Development Program (EDP). This program consists of three rotations that are 12 months - 9 months - 9 months in duration and typically occur in three distinct disciplines within the hiring department. The intent of our EDP is to offer breadth & depth in various technical experiences through challenging positions available in our organizations. This program will help expand your professional and technical competencies that will serve as the foundation for exceptional contributions that you will make at Pratt & Whitney. 
• Engineers at Pratt & Whitney work on challenging, meaningful, and impactful projects across our business.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Engineering obtained by start date. 
• Experience with Filtered Rayleigh Scattering (FRS) optical measurement techniques
• Experience with software programming languages such as MATLAB, LabVIEW or Python.
• Experience with Computer Added Design software such as Unigraphics/NX, or equivalent 3D modeling software.

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

Qualifications We Prefer

• Previous engineering intern experience at an aerospace company
• Experience with testing, manufacturing, and technical group projects
• 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

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