Combustor Aerothermal Fluids Engineer I (Onsite)

Date Posted: 2026-09-04

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:

U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Security Clearance Type:

None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status:

Not Required

Are you ready to explore the world of aerospace and defense? Do you want to learn from and collaborate with some of the greatest minds in the industry? At RTX, our internships, co-ops and full-time careers provide an exceptional foundation to work on complex problems, advance your skills and create a safer, more connected world. Discover opportunities to make a difference at RTX.

What You Will Do

As a Combustor Aerothermal Engineer I at Pratt & Whitney you will......

• Work closely with our experienced engineers on projects that contribute directly to the development and optimization of advanced combustor systems.
• Perform simulations of combustor components and assemblies to evaluate performance (e.g. computational fluid dynamics, heat transfer, etc.)
• Support experimental testing and data analysis for combustor components and assemblies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address technical challenges.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the Combustors department.
• Document findings and present results to engineering teams.

What You Will Learn

• This position offers exposure spanning various aspects of combustor design, analysis, testing, and manufacturing processes.
• Candidates hired will begin their first 2.5 years at Pratt & Whitney as part of the Engineering Development Program (EDP). This program consists of three rotations that are 12 months - 9 months - 9 months in duration and typically occur in three distinct disciplines within the hiring department. The intent of our EDP is to offer breadth & depth in various technical experiences through challenging positions available in our organizations. This program will help expand your professional and technical competencies that will serve as the foundation for exceptional contributions that you will make at Pratt & Whitney.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) major obtained by start date.
• Coursework in at least one of the following areas: fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, combustion, propulsion, turbulent flow, or numerical methods
• Minimum 3.0 Cumulative GPA

Experience may be obtained through on-the-job experience, research, coursework, or projects.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., Siemens NX, CATIA, SolidWorks) and CFD tools (e.g., ANSYS Fluent, Star CCM+).
• Previous internship or project experience related to gas turbine engines or combustion systems.
• Familiarity with experimental testing techniques and data acquisition systems.
• Coursework in thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, heat transfer, and combustion.
• Prior RTX internship, co-op, or work experience.

What We Offer

• Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.
• Selected candidate will be automatically enrolled in the P&W Engineering Development Program (Rotational Program within P&W)
• Relocation Eligibility

Learn More & Apply Now!

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.

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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 57,200 USD - 108,800 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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