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The following position is to join our Research Center 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.

Raytheon Technologies Research Center (RTRC) develops new technologies that enable the most innovative products in the world. Our researchers serve as expert technical consultants to Raytheon Technologies (RTX) businesses, lead government-sponsored research programs, and pursue their own creative ideas. From advanced mission systems for our warfighters to next-generation green propulsion, we combine innovation with product application to shape the future of technology.

The next generation of products demand that we cross traditional boundaries. If you enjoy leveraging your technical expertise in system exploration across disciplines, our Thermodynamic Systems Team needs your skills. Our Senior Research Engineer position demands strong engineering fundamentals, expertise in analytical and numerical physics-based modeling, and the ability to select appropriate modeling fidelity for a given problem.

What You Will Do:

• modeling and analysis of novel systems for next generation engine design, space propulsion, undersea propulsion, waste heat recovery, power generation, and cooling
• military operations analysis and commercial product utilization simulations
• exploration methods for large design spaces across aerospace and defense system domains
• application of machine learning and artificial intelligence techniques (algebraic, topological, deep learning)
• implementation of novel optimization and uncertainty quantification methods
• controls and transient co-design approaches
• system demonstrations build and test
• and much more!

RTRC was founded by some of the world's greatest inventors. We helped build the Second Industrial Revolution and brought about a century of urbanization and globalization. Come help us build the next one.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Chemical, Nuclear Engineering or a related discipline is required with a minimum of 5+ years of work experience or a Master's Degree with 2+ years or Ph.D.
• We will consider Ph.D. candidates with no formal experience. M.S. candidates must have 2+ year of experience in a relevant work environment
• U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, permanent resident, refugee or asylee) or eligible to obtain necessary export authorizations required.
• Analytic modeling and programming skills in common languages
• Demonstrated experience in publishing and presenting research

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Adaptability and the ability to thrive in a collaborative environment
• Excellent communication skills, informal and formal presentation skills, and ability to foster positive relationships with internal and external partners
• Ability to manage uncertain requirements, formulate a problem from ill-defined needs, develop approaches to solve problems, and recognize when additional subject matter expertise is needed
• Experience developing externally funded programs with relevance to a particular research agenda
• Background in military operations analysis and wargaming

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: Yes

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 77,000 USD - 163,000 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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