Principal Fellow, Structures Discipline Lead (Onsite)

Us-Ct-East Hartford-Etc ~ 400 Main St ~ Bldg Etclead

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Key Responsibilities

Serve as the primary technical focal in the Structures discipline. Maintain and evaluate the organizational discipline health.

Requirements Summary

The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S.

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2026-05-27

United States of America

US-CT-EAST HARTFORD-ETC ~ 400 Main St ~ BLDG ETC

Unspecified

Requirements

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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

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering, or a related field 20+ years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree with 15+ years of relevant experience.
Possess a firm understanding of design, analysis, materials, and Testing of turbomachinery and/or gas turbine engines, including major rotating parts.
Excellent technical communication skills, including 1-on-1, group presentations, and written communications.
Experience engaging with and briefing external Customers (e.g. Airlines, DoD) and/or Industry organizations (e.g. AIAA)
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.

Experience in the aerospace industry strongly preferred
Experience in working with internal and external customers solving technical needs and delivering on requirements
Understanding of all phases of product development from concept creation to field support
Proven strong communication and interpersonal skills

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The Structures Principal Fellow and Discipline Lead (PFDL) is responsible for driving technical excellence, innovation, and strategic alignment within the Structures discipline. This role ensures the development, retention, and application of critical technical skills to meet organizational goals. The individual will act as a key technical authority, mentor, and leader ensuring discipline alignment with business objectives while addressing the companies near term and strategic challenges.

Responsibilities

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Serve as the primary technical focal in the Structures discipline.
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Maintain and evaluate the organizational discipline health.
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Balance the introduction of new technologies with right sizing activities.
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Collaborate with executives and managers to ensure the discipline aligns with long-term organizational strategies
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Develop and foster as a sustainable global workshare distribution and resource planning.
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Drive the improvement of life prediction, impact modeling, vibratory, burst, creep and other structures tools
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Streamline structural analysis processes
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Lead the Structures Discipline Council
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Advocate for balanced technological adoption with productivity needs