Engineer II, Structures Mechanical Systems, Externals and Nacelles (Hybrid)

Date Posted:

2023-10-30

Country:

United States of America

Location:

PW222: PW Puerto Rico Road 110 North Km28.8 San Antonio Industrial Park, Aguadilla, PR, 00603 USA

Position Role Type:

Hybrid

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 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?

Job Summary:

Pratt & Whitney's Mechanical Systems, Externals and Nacelles (MSEN) engineering module is seeking for a highly motivated Structures Engineer. The MSEN department works with different components of the gas turbine engines: Mechanical Systems, Externals and Nacelles. Mechanical Systems include: Bearings, seals and lubrication systems, externals include: ducts, tubes and brackets, then the nacelle and engine mounts. Our mission is to be the recognized leader in the design, development and support of reliable, best-in-class architecture for the working components. The design goes from concept to detail design. The structure discipline is focused on performing structural analysis to both Mechanical Systems and external components to understand the effects of loads, forces and temperatures on working components, with the purpose of ensuring their safety and functionality. General Finite Element Analysis modeling is required to be able to perform studies on day-to-day work. Must be a U.S. Citizen. This position may require access to systems/tools that are restricted to individuals who possess US citizenship.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform structural analysis of both Externals and Mechanical systems hardware through both preliminary & detailed design, validation, certification, and support of manufacturing and operational service.

• Participate as the structure’s representative on multi-discipline integrated product teams providing design solutions that balance customer requirements for durability, performance, cost and weight.

• Validation test coverage (both engine and rig) consisting of live monitoring of instrumentation response relative to applicable limits, post processing test data, and evaluation of test data relative to program requirements.

• Support in-service field investigations & Use Finite Element Analysis and classical methods for strength, stress/deflection, vibration, fatigue life, and damage tolerance.

• Work to advance technology and improve engineering standard work processes/methods.

• Document analysis results and present conclusions to PW management and external customers.

• English (read, write, speak) is required when communicating with customers, co-workers, or supervisors who only speak English

• Travel is up to 10%.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Civil Engineering

• 2+ years of engineering experience, or an Advanced Degree in Engineering with GPA of 3.0 or higher

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

Preferred Qualifications:

• Theoretical to advance knowledge on Structural engineering through degree and experience

• Knowledge on Externals and/or Mechanical Systems engine components

• Effective Communication Skills (verbal/written); able to work effectively on teams

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 award.

RTX 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.

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