Principal Engineer Materials Modeling (Remote)

Senior Principal Engineer- Materials and Process ModelingAt 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.What You Will Do :Pratt & Whitney, Materials and Process Engineering (MPE) organization in East Hartford, CT is looking for a highly motivated Senior Principal Engineer- Materials and Process Modeling who can support the development and implementation of modeling tools and methods for gas turbine engine applications.Duties and responsibilities include:A successful candidate will become part of a highly focused materials modeling team in a fast moving and challenging environment.They will support the development, implementation, and maturation of various materials process and property models and simulations.Development, implementation, and execution of tools and methods for computational materials in material systems relevant to gas turbine engines.Provision of expertise in atomistic (molecular dynamics, ab initio, or similar) simulation techniques for materials modeling.Critical assessment of the maturity, capability, and suitability of materials modeling tools for meeting business needs.Collaboration with technology development, characterization, lifing, and design teams to support manufacturing and development goals.Leadership of technical projects, including planning, cost estimation, and execution.Identifying and pursuing opportunities for external funding, including government contracts.Qualifications You Must Have :Bachelor's Degree in Materials Science, Metallurgy, Mechanical Engineering or related technical field.8+ years of experience in Materials and Process Modeling Techniques OR an Advanced Degree with 5+ years of experience in Materials and Process Modeling Techniques.U.S. person or eligible to obtain necessary export authorization required.What We Offer:BenefitsRelocation Package