Principal Structures Engineer (Onsite)

• Bachelor's degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) discipline with 8 years of relevant experience; or a Master of Science degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) discipline with 5 years of relevant experience. Relevant experience in engineering design and/or structural analysis with demonstrated problem-solving skills using FEM for stress/deflection, vibration, and performing LCF, HCF, Fracture Mechanics, or Kinematics analysis.

• Bachelor of Science and/or a Master of Science degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering.
• Experience in structural integrity-related analysis and risk assessment techniques for gas turbine engines
• Working knowledge of gas turbine hardware structural analysis techniques using Ansys Classic and Ansys Workbench.
• Excellent communication & collaboration skills and the ability to function across a wide range of disciplines and management levels.
• Strong communication, presentation, teaming, and collaboration skills.

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.

Pratt & Whitney is working to once again transform the future of flight—growing our capabilities to provide outstanding engineering support to our Air Force customer at Oklahoma City, Tinker Air Force Base Maintenance, Repair & Overhaul (MRO) facility. Our Mechanical Systems, Externals, and Nacelles (MSEN) Structures team is looking for a Principal Structures Engineer. In this role, you will perform structural analysis on military engine programs to demonstrate the durability and structural integrity of Mechanical Systems, Externals, and Nacelle components.

• →Perform structural analyses in support of Oklahoma City engine Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) operations. Hardware includes bearing compartments, gearboxes, lube pumps, oil tanks, tubes, mounting brackets, and ducts.
• →Conduct finite element analysis (FEA) and classical engineering assessments to evaluate residual fatigue life, including Low Cycle Fatigue (LCF) and High Cycle Fatigue (HCF), as well as damage tolerance. Assess incidental damage and normal wear to determine component integrity and suitability for return to service.
• →Provide structural analysis support for product supportability initiatives, including redesign efforts to improve maintainability, durability, and service life.
• →Apply advanced finite element modeling and simulation tools to perform detailed structural assessments and develop technically sound engineering solutions.
• →Represent the structural engineering discipline on multidisciplinary teams, developing solutions that balance customer requirements for durability, performance, cost, and weight. Document analytical methods and results, and present technical conclusions and recommendations to Pratt & Whitney management and external customers.
• →Drive technology advancement and continuous improvement by enhancing engineering methods, analytical capabilities, and standard work processes.

Click on this link to read the Policy and Terms

• Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.

Candidates will learn more about the 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.