Job Description

Date Posted:

2026-04-02

Country:

United States of America

Location:

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

Position Role Type:

Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

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

Security Clearance Type:

DoD Clearance: Confidential

Security Clearance Status:

Active and existing security clearance required after day 1

At RTX, the world 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 seeking Senior Product Definition Engineer to support our Mechanical System Externals & Nacelles (MSEN) department.

What You Will Do:

• Perform detailed Product Definition reviews to ensure engineering designs meet PD ESW standards, design intent, and part‑family requirements.
• Partner closely with Mechanical Systems Engineers to develop MSEN engine hardware, including components such as bearing housings, supports, carbon seals, castings, oil tanks, and gears.
• Verify the accuracy and completeness of parametric 3D Siemens NX models and associated 2D or Model‑Based Definition outputs, ensuring adherence to requirements.
• Apply tolerance and geometric analysis to confirm accurate part‑to‑part relationships and overall producibility.
• Support IPTs as the Product Definition representative while maintaining essential Teamcenter/NX data for Class I and II engineering activities.
• Mentor and coach junior Product Definition practitioners, manage resource planning (including outsourced work), and create or review 3D models and definition files in alignment with design intent and Product Definition Standard Work.
• Travel Requirement: 10% (Domestic).

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) with 5 years of relevant experience, or an Advanced degree with 3 years of relevant experience, or an Associate degree with 7 years of relevant experience. Relevant experience includes drafting/product definition with experience in ASMEY 14.5 Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Strong skills in NX and Teamcenter tools and processes.
• Strong communication and teaming skills.
• Experience in Model Based Definition (MBD).
• Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance.

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Department/Segment Overview

• Mechanical System Externals & Nacelles (MSEN) Mechanical System Product Definition is responsible for the design, development, technology maturation and in service support of all large structural castings, bearing housings, oil nozzles, bearing compartment hardware, oil tanks and gears for all military, commercial and industrial engine models and radial auxiliary power units.

What is your Role Type? Please ensure the role type defined below is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role. This position is classified as:

• 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 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.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.

The salary range for this role is 86,800 USD - 165,200 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 Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

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