Mechanical Design Engineer II (Onsite)

Date Posted:

2026-08-24



Country:

United States of America



Location:

US-FL-JUPITER-ADR ~ 17900 Beeline Hwy ~ ADR BLDG



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.

At 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.

Pratt & Whitney Compression Systems Engineering (CSE) HPC Design group seeks a goal-oriented, detail-focused mechanical engineer to support the F135 HPC Component Integrated Product Teams (CIPT). The selected candidate will be required to take both support and leadership roles in complex and high priority tasks, as well as support mid-level and senior level engineers.

What You Will Do

• Lead or support investigations of military engine field incidents reported by the customer, driving root‑cause determination and corrective action implementation.
• Develop serviceable limits for engine‑part wear for fielded engines through advanced data processing skills and multi-discipline collaboration.
• Participate in hands-on, muti week engine tear downs at Tinker AFB
• Lead or support producibility‑improvement initiatives working directly with suppliers, including travel to provide on‑site support as required.
• Support or lead engine HPC component redesigns or clean sheet new designs.  
• Perform engineering first‑piece reviews at vendor locations for new production and cold‑start parts.
• Assist in creating safety‑risk analyses and developing risk‑mitigation plans.
• Process Class I and Class II engineering changes.
• Analyze and disposition quality non‑conformances (QNs) for fielded and new‑production parts, as well as supplier requests for information (SRIs).
• Collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary Integrated Product Teams (IPTs).
• Present and communicate technical results to customers, leadership, and program management.
• Develop innovative and technically sound design solutions while meeting program schedule milestones
• Improve the current state engineering efficiency by implementing advanced data mining, smart computer codes, and use of AI.
• Travel Requirements: 10-20%
   

What You Will Learn

• The selected candidate will gain hands-on experience in the design, manufacturing, and sustainment of HPC rotating and static hardware, as well as insight into CIPT and IPT decision‑making processes that drive production and sustainment. The candidate will also develop competencies in airfoil, rotating and static hardware design and design integration, along with an in‑depth understanding of Cold Section Engineering Standard Work.
• This position is a part of our Engineering Development Program (EDP). EDP participants will complete three to four rotations to build technical breadth and leadership abilities before graduating from the program.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering major obtained by start date.
• Experience with Minitab, MatLab or other Statistical Analysis Software Tools  
• Minimum 3.0 Cumulative GPA

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

Qualifications We Prefer

• Prior RTX internship, co-op, or work experience.
• Advanced data management and processing skills.
• Demonstrated ability to leverage AI tools to accelerate and improve results.
• Experience with hardware, drawings and manufacturing methods.
• Demonstrated high proficiency in Unigraphics and MS Office.

What We Offer

• Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: 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 consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role.

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.

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 68,900 USD - 131,100 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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