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Senior Principal Corrosion Scientist

AT RTX
RTX

Senior Principal Corrosion Scientist

East Hartford, CT

Date Posted:
2024-09-25
Country:
United States of America
Location:
UT13: RC-CT - Corp 411 Silver Lane, East Hartford, CT, 06108 USA
Position Role Type:
Onsite

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.

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RTX Technology Research Center's Physical Sciences Department is seeking an innovative corrosion engineer/scientist. The candidate is intended to be an integral member of dynamic teams focused on advancing understanding of corrosion phenomena experienced in both aerospace and defense applications, as well as creating and advancing novel materials and coatings technologies for those applications.

What You Will Do:

Work with multi-disciplinary teams to execute complex internally and externally funded technology projects. Support the implementation and expansion of the corrosion- and coatings-related technology development strategy. Initiate innovative concepts, write proposals, market the concepts either internally or externally. Lead project execution. Generate intellectual property and publish/present technical findings.

Qualifications You Must Have:

  • A B.S. Degree in Engineering, Material Science, Chemistry, Physics, or related field and minimum 10 years prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 7 years experience
  • Strong technical expertise in corrosion science, including working experience with various corrosion environments and testing processes and procedures, coatings for corrosion protection and mitigation, material and electrochemical characterization.
  • A holistic understanding of the corrosion science and technology field, and knowledge of the key players in the field, i.e., a strong external network
  • Strong project management skills in executing multi-disciplinary projects and providing timely deliverables to customers
  • Self-initiation of concepts, writing proposals, and marketing the concepts either internally or externally to expand the corrosion technology portfolio
  • Ability to communicate effectively to internal and external customers including both technical experts, various levels of managers, and functional personnel
  • U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, permanent resident, refugee or asylee) or eligible to obtain necessary export authorizations required.

Qualifications We Prefer:

  • PhD degree in Engineering, Material Science, Chemistry, Physics, or related field and 7+ years of related corrosion work experience
  • Familiarity with aerospace/defense applications
  • Root cause analysis to understand corrosion phenomena in the field
  • Corrosion modeling capabilities to match experiments to theory
  • Experience on corrosion coating scale up and technology transition from R&D to manufacturing.
  • Working experience with corrosion associated with additively manufactured parts
  • Multiple papers and patents
  • A proven record of successful project execution

RTX Corporation is an Aerospace and Defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses - Collins Aerospace Systems, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 185,000 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, VA.

To realize our full potential, RTX is committed to creating a company where all employees are respected, valued and supported in the pursuit of their goals. We know companies that embrace diversity in all its forms not only deliver stronger business results, but also become a force for good, fueling stronger business performance and greater opportunity for employees, partners, investors and communities to succeed.

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

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.

Requires expert or mastery level knowledge of work area, typically obtained through advanced education combined with experience.

May have deep knowledge of project management. Advanced knowledge of related disciplines within work area and ability to identify links and potential impact on projects, programs

or systems.

Typically requires:

A University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 10 years

prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 7 years experience Engineering/Other Technical Positions: Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 10 years of prior relevant experience unless prohibited

by local laws/regulations.

The salary range for this role is 118,000 USD - 246,000 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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Client-provided location(s): East Hartford, CT, USA
Job ID: Raytheon_Technologies_FGB-987109045
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Family Support Resources
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Personal/Sick Days
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
  • Professional Development

    • Internship Program
    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Lunch and Learns