Aircraft Performance Engineer (P3) - Hybrid

Date Posted:2023-09-25Country:United States of AmericaLocation:PW100: East Hartford 400 Main Street, East Hartford, CT, 06118 USAPosition Role Type:HybridPratt & 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.Innovation through diversity of thought. At Pratt & Whitney, we believe diversity of thought enables creativity, innovation, and a foundation for inclusion. By fostering an inclusive culture, we accept a shared accountability and responsibility to recognize, sponsor, coach, hire and promote talent equally. We welcome our employees to be their whole - best - selves at work because trust, respect and integrity, are a part of our DNA.At Pratt & Whitney, the difference you make is on display every day. Just look up. Are you ready to go beyond?Pratt & Whitney is seeking a Aircraft Performance Engineer to support our Mission and Vehicle Analysis group.The Mission and Vehicle Analysis (MVA) group at Pratt & Whitney is at the forefront of advancing and optimizing next generation engine capability through joint aircraft and engine performance optimization, as well as engineering support to sales and marketing organizations. Engineers in MVA are looked to for insight into how the aircraft is predicted to perform, and how today’s fielded aircraft are actually flown. With the rapid advancement of next generation military and commercial platforms, Pratt & Whitney is seeking and developing engineering technical leaders with expertise in both aircraft and engine performance to advance the state of the art and add value with these propulsion systems. Join a highly skilled team of engineers leading the industry in aircraft and engine integration for new product and fielded product applications.Key Responsibilities:

Analysis of flight performance with various engine configurations in multi-disciplinary optimization, engine usage evaluation to enable OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer), aftermarket decisions and pricing.

Analysis of military and/or commercial engine applications at various phases of engine development varying from conceptual design to end of service.

Aircraft performance, aerodynamic theory, and engine cycle performance to support a wide range of engineering analyses, simulation development, and applications.

Broad array of analytical methods for flight mechanics, engine cycle simulations, durability methods, statistical fleet forecasting, airline economic evaluation, and extensive databases for world-wide fleet operations.

Development of advanced architecture definition for new products, technical leadership in multi-disciplinary optimization, and leading statistical methods for engineering enabled aftermarket of existing products.

Development of systems analysis assignment and aircraft economics experience to lead large teams that develop world class engines in a competitive marketplace and are foundational to many of the leadership positions within the propulsion and aerospace business, and to operate in a leadership capacity for technical problem resolution and engineering support to marketing and commercial strategies.

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor of Science degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or in a related field and 5+ years of aerospace engineering experience in build-up/design of aircraft, OR

Master of Science degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or in a related field and 3+ years of aerospace engineering experience in build-up/design of aircraft, OR

PhD degree in Aerospace Engineering with research experience in aircraft design or propulsion fields.

U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Travel domestic and international up 5%.

Preferred Qualifications:

Working knowledge and practical experience with aircraft design methods.

Experience in thermodynamics, gas dynamics, aerodynamics, statistics, and software design.

Work efficiently in computer programming environments including coding languages in Python and C#.

Proficient in the use, maintenance, and advancement of the MVA toolset including, but not limited to, Pacelab APD.

Professional experience in both engine and aircraft performance.

Strong communication skills (written and oral), problem solving skills, analytical skills, teaming skills, and the ability to work in a highly collaborative environment.

Role Type: 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:

Hybrid: Employees who are working in Hybrid roles will work regularly both onsite and offsite. This means that responsibilities of the job need to be performed onsite on a regular basis.

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.This requisition is eligible for an employee referral award. ALL eligibility requirements must be met to receive the referral awardRTX is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class. Privacy Policy and Terms:Click on this link (http://www.rtx.com/privacy/Job-Applicant-Privacy-Notice) to read the Policy and Terms Raytheon Technologies is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.