Principal Engineer, Impact Dynamics (Hybrid)

Company: Prattwhitney
Location: Middletown
Posted on: May 21, 2023

Job Description:

Principal Engineer, Impact Dynamics (Hybrid) page is loaded Principal Engineer, Impact Dynamics (Hybrid) Apply locations PW102: Middletown Aircraft Rd P.O. Box 611, Middletown, CT, 06457 USA time type Full time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago job requisition id 01620720 Date Posted:2023-04-24Country:United States of AmericaLocation:PW102: Middletown Aircraft Rd P.O. Box 611, Middletown, CT, 06457 USAPosition Role Type:HybridPratt & Whitney is working to once again transform the future of flight-designing, building and servicing engines unlike any the world has ever seen. And because transformation begins from within, we're seeking the people to drive it. So, calling all curious. -Come ready to explore and you'll find a place where your talent takes flight-beyond the borders of title, a country or your comfort zone. Bring your passion and commitment and we'll welcome you into a tight-knit team that takes our mission personally. Channel your drive to make a difference into shaping an organization and an industry that's evolving fast to the future.Innovation through diversity of thought. At Pratt & Whitney, we believe diversity of thought enables creativity, innovation, and a foundation for inclusion. By fostering an inclusive culture, we accept a shared accountability and responsibility to recognize, sponsor, coach, hire and promote talent equally. We welcome our employees to be their whole - best - selves at work because trust, respect and integrity, are a part of our DNA.At Pratt & Whitney, the difference you make is on display every day. Just look up. Are you ready to go beyond?Pratt & Whitney's Compression Systems Engineering (CSE) organization is currently seeking highly motivated Impact Dynamics Engineers to support both our commercial and military engine programs from technology development through operational support.Key Responsibilities:

• Impact Dynamics leadership within an Integrated Product Team for fan module hardware
• Aid in material selection, solid modeling, and design of sub-element components for test
• Validation of subscale and full-scale static, dynamic and impact tests.
• Application of state-of-the-art finite element-based methods to aid in design and validation of fan module structures.
• Application of nonlinear, explicit dynamics methods to accurately simulate bird strike, blade-off, and containment events. Correlation of results against rotating rig & full engine tests, and field events.
• Documentation and presentation of results to internal and external customers.
• Coordination with experts to advance technology and improve efficiency of engineering processes and methods
• Assistance in manufacturing process development at suppliers to ensure the manufacturability of component designs.
• Application of CORE (Customer Oriented Results & Competitive Excellence) toolsBasic Qualifications:
  • B.S. in Engineering or related field and 8+ years prior relevant experience, OR
  • Advanced Degree in a related field and 5+ years of experience
  • US Citizenship required due to government contracts
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a US Government Security Clearance
  • 10% Travel is AnticipatedPreferred Qualifications:
    • Advanced Degree in Mechanical, Materials, Aerospace, or Manufacturing Engineering
    • Demonstrated proficiency in finite element modeling & analysis of geometrically complex components & assemblies which spans static & dynamic analysis.
    • FEA Software experience (LS-DYNA, Hypermesh ANSYS, NASTRAN, Abaqus, PATRAN)
    • CAD Software experience (NX, TeamCenter)
    • Material characterization, testing, and non-destructive inspection methods.
    • Experience with composite design and analysisWhat 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:Hybrid: Employees who are working in Hybrid roles will work regularly both onsite and offsite. This means that responsibilities of the job need to be performed onsite on a regular basis.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. Raytheon Technologies is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class. Privacy Policy and Terms: Click on this link to read the Policy and Terms Similar Jobs (3) Principal Engineer - Composite Structures (Hybrid) locations 2 Locations time type Full time posted on Posted 30+ Days Ago Principal Structures Engineer (Hybrid) locations 3 Locations time type Full time posted on Posted 30+ Days Ago About Us Raytheon Technologies is an aerospace and defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises four industry-leading businesses - Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, Raytheon Intelligence & Space and Raytheon Missiles & Defense. Its 195,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.

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