Job Description

Date Posted:

2026-05-15

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: Secret

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.

What You Will Do:

Work as part of a System Validation team to transform legacy, document-based systems engineering processes for Verification and Validation, including Assembly, Instrumentation, and Test planning and design, into a Model-Based systems approach for F135 ECU (Engine Core Upgrade). The PSCV (Product Safety Certification Validation) Model Based System Engineering Test Architect serves directly on a military engine program to build and deliver the Model-Based Test System Model in Cameo System Modeling Language (SysML) that enables digital test planning, design, and execution of the development engine build and test campaigns that fully meets design verification needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Apply the MBSE V&V Test System Model and methodology to the F135 ECU Program to serve as the Authoritative Source of Truth for Validation Planning and System Integration activities.

• Collaborate with CIPTs and Validation Planners to capture all critical system functions and key inputs/outputs in the Test System Model to enable robust test planning and execution.

• Provide MBSE system artifacts to enhance communication of issues and status to the program teams, including PSCV/DO, CIPTs, SIPT, and IPMT.

• Maintain, update, and improve the System Model as more features become available to maximize the benefits of MBSE and the Collaborative Digital Environment as the ECU program progresses into latter phases of engine development.

What You Will Learn:

• F135 ECU Engine architecture

• F135 ECU Program structure

• Engineering processes that support Design, Verification, Analysis, Assembly, Instrumentation, and Test

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM)

• 5+ years of experience in Engineering or 3+ years with an Advanced Degree

• Must be a U.S. Citizen. This position may require access to systems/tools that are restricted to individuals who possess US citizenship.

• 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.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Bachelors in Aero, Mechanical or Systems Engineering

• 5+ years engineering experience in aerospace

• Experience with Verification, Validation, or Testing

• Experience with Cameo SysML or equivalent

What We Offer:

• Benefits

• Relocation Package

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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:

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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