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The following position is to join our RTX Corporate, Enterprise Services, Research Center or BBN team:

For more than 90 years the RTX Technology Research Center (RTRC) has operated as a multidisciplinary group of experts collaborating on groundbreaking innovations. Our team includes some of the world's leading scientists, researchers and engineers working to anticipate the discoveries destined to change everything, and they transform that research into the solutions and products that help our businesses shape the future of aerospace and defense. Our unique talent, experience and resources allow us to deliver rapid responses to critical, time-sensitive challenges and develop breakthroughs for a safer, more connected world.

RTX Technology Research Center (RTRC) works with the business units of RTX Corporation (RTX) to develop new technologies and processes required to produce the most innovative products in the world. Tough challenges require the best minds to work together to generate ideas, test theories, challenge assumptions and ultimately deliver solutions. RTRC has more than 300 employees with over 96% of the technical staff holding advanced degrees. RTRC is at the forefront of advanced technology in fields including thermal and fluid sciences, structural mechanics, advanced materials, and embedded systems, which has enabled RTX to improve its products and impact entire markets.

What You Will Do:

The Combustion and Propulsion Technology (CPT) Discipline at RTX Technology Research Center is seeking a candidate to join its Aerothermal Test Team as a Control System Technician. The Aerothermal Test Team maintains and operates two large test facilities: the Jet Burner Test Stand, and the Compressor Test Facility, both of which are utilized heavily to drive innovation for the RTX business units. Integral to the operation of these facilities are numerous electro-mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic components controlled via PLC-based systems. The Control System Technician will work with a team of Engineers and Technicians to modify, upgrade, maintain and operate these systems.

Due to the nature of the experimental testing, flexible scheduling and multi-shift test support will be required.

Qualifications you must have:

• Technical School Certificate or Diploma, Skilled Trades Apprenticeship, or other post high school training (two years duration) with a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience.
• Experience in the assembly, wiring, and setup of control systems using Allen Bradley PLC hardware and their associated standard industrial control signals and experience with programming and/or interpreting ladder logic style PLC code and HMI/SCADA environments.
• Experience using multimeters, scopes, and other common electrical test equipment to physically check wiring and components to locate malfunctions and perform necessary repairs using wiring standard practices for AC and DC voltages (Max 120VAC) and bility to read, interpret, and work from electrical schematics, panel layouts, and industrial operating manuals. Strong documentation and computer skills (MS-Excel)
• Strong mechanical skills with ability to perform light fabrication work such as assembly and modification of electrical enclosures
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Expertise with building and operating Allen Bradley PLC control systems.
• Experience with programming PLC's using Rockwell Automation's programming software (RSLogix 5000 and RSLogix 5) and development of HMI/SCADA applications using FactoryTalk View Site Edition
• Experience creating and editing electrical drawings in AutoCAD.
• Experience with electro-pneumatic, hydraulic and mechanical system integration with PLC-based control system in a test facility or experimental lab environment
• Associates in Applied Science (AAS) in Industrial Controls, Instrumentation & Controls Technology, or similar post high school study.

What We Offer

Whether you're just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement and work/life benefits; career development and recognition programs. Some of the benefits we offer include parental (including paternal) leave, flexible work schedules, achievement awards, educational assistance and child/adult backup care.

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Work Location

East Hartford, CT. This is an on-site/in-person role. Due to the nature of the experimental testing, flexible scheduling and multi-shift test support will be required.
Relocation Eligible: No

Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role: On-site
Ratio of time working onsite will be determined in partnership with your leader.

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This role is also eligible for the Re-Empower Program. The Re-Empower Program helps support talented and committed professionals as they rebuild their capabilities, enhance leadership skills, and continue their professional journey. Over the course of the 14-week program, experienced professionals will gain paid, on-the-job experience, have an opportunity to participate in sessions with leadership, develop personalized plans for success and receive coaching to guide their return-to-work experience. Upon completion of the program, based on performance and contributions participants will be eligible for a career at RTX.

Minimum Program Qualifications:

To qualify for the RTX, Re-Empower Program, candidates should:

• Be on a career break of one or more year at time of application
• Have prior experience in functional area of interest
• Have interest in returning in either a full-time or part-time position

The salary range for this role is 44,000 USD - 102,000 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/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.

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