Combustion & Propulsion Operations Engineer - Military Veterans

Date Posted:

2024-10-08

Country:

United States of America

Location:

UT13: RC-CT - Corp 411 Silver Lane, East Hartford, CT, 06108 USA

Position Role Type:

Onsite

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 propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, VA.   

To realize our full potential, RTX is committed to creating a company where all employees are respected, valued and supported in the pursuit of their goals. We know companies that embrace diversity in all its forms not only deliver stronger business results, but also become a force for good, fueling stronger business performance and greater opportunity for employees, partners, investors and communities to succeed. 

The following position is to join our RTX Corporate, Enterprise Services, Research Center or BBN team:

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.

RTX Technology Research Center (RTRC) works with the business units of RTX Corporation (RTX) to develop new technologies and processes required to produce the most innovative products in the world. Tough challenges require the best minds to work together to generate ideas, test theories, challenge assumptions and ultimately deliver solutions. RTRC has more than 300 employees with over 96% of the technical staff holding advanced degrees. RTRC is at the forefront of advanced technology in fields including thermal and fluid sciences, structural mechanics, advanced materials, and embedded systems, which has enabled RTX to improve its products and impact entire markets.

The Combustion and Propulsion Technology (CPT) Discipline at RTX Technology Research Center is seeking a candidate to join its Aerothermal Test Team as an Operations Engineer for its test facilities. The Aerothermal Test Team operates two large test facilities: the Jet Burner Test Stand, and the Compressor Test Facility, both of which are utilized heavily to drive innovation for the RTX business units. Integrated into these facilities is a significant amount of special laboratory equipment and systems, including process air heaters, gas compressors, fuel pumps, high pressure pneumatic regulators and valves, flow meters, gas sampling equipment, etc. The Operations Engineer will be responsible for overseeing the maintenance and repair of all CPT test facility systems and equipment. Additionally, this individual will coordinate capital improvement projects, from generating requirements documents and funding requests to contractor scheduling and oversight to ensure the deliverable’s specifications are met.  The Operations Engineer plays a critical role in ensuring that the test facilities are well-maintained and provide a safe, comfortable, and functional environment for the test team. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills and experience with construction processes, building codes and pressure piping code.  They will be an experienced leader with a track record of success in facilities operations and project management, as well as excellent interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills. A hands-on, mechanical or electrical inclination would be beneficial.

What You Will Do:

Plan, schedule, and prioritize maintenance tasks based on the needs of the test facility, ensuring that all work is completed in a timely and efficient manner.

Develop and implement a total preventative maintenance (TPM) program to ensure that test facility systems are kept in optimal condition and to minimize the need for emergency repairs.

Manage budgets for maintenance, repair and capital-funded work, ensuring that all projects are completed within budget constraints.

Provide guidance to maintenance contractors, internal tradespeople, and mechanical/electrical technicians to ensure that all work is performed efficiently, safely, and to the highest quality standards.

Manage Capital upgrade projects, from requirements documentation and initialization of funding requests through procurement of materials and contractor labor, ensuring that all materials and construction work meets specifications.

Provide regular reports on the status of maintenance and capital operations to Discipline and Department leadership, including progress reports, financial reports, and other relevant data.

Ensure that all maintenance work is performed in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, as well as all RTX policies and procedures.

This is an on-site/in-person role.

Due to the nature of the experimental testing, flexible scheduling and multi-shift test support will be required.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Bachelor's Degree in mechanical engineering or a related field with a minimum of 8 years in facilities operations, including experience leading capital improvement projects and maintenance teams or a Master’s degree in a relevant field with 5+ years of experience or a PhD in a relevant field with 3+ years of experience.

• Strong communication and project management skills, with experience planning and executing large-scale maintenance, repair and capital projects with contractors and external vendors.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify issues and develop effective solutions and the ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment.

• Experience with computerized maintenance management systems and other relevant software tools.

• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations related to maintenance, repair and construction work.

• Experience creating and editing drawings in AutoCAD

• Experience in a test facility or experimental lab environment

• Experience with Building Codes and ASME Process and/or Power Piping Code

• Interest in Aerospace technology a plus

What We Offer

Whether you’re just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement and work/life benefits; career development and recognition programs. Some of the benefits we offer include parental (including paternal) leave, flexible work schedules, achievement awards, educational assistance and child/adult backup care.

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Work Location

East Hartford, CT. This is an on-site/in-person role.  Due to the nature of the experimental testing, flexible scheduling and multi-shift test support will be required.
Relocation Eligible: Yes

Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role: On-site
Ratio of time working onsite will be determined in partnership with your leader.

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This role is also eligible for the Re-Empower Program. The Re-Empower Program helps support talented and committed professionals as they rebuild their capabilities, enhance leadership skills, and continue their professional journey. Over the course of the 14-week program, experienced professionals will gain paid, on-the-job experience, have an opportunity to participate in sessions with leadership, develop personalized plans for success and receive coaching to guide their return-to-work experience. Upon completion of the program, based on performance and contributions participants will be eligible for a career at RTX.

Minimum Program Qualifications:

To qualify for the RTX, Re-Empower Program, candidates should:

• Be on a career break of one or more year at time of application

• Have prior experience in functional area of interest

• Have interest in returning in either a full-time or part-time position

The salary range for this role is 96,000 USD - 200,000 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.

Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.

This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.

RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.

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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