Date Posted:2024-03-18Country:United States of AmericaLocation:02: Building 02 Windsor Locks One Hamilton Road, Windsor Locks, CT, 06096 USAPosition Role Type:HybridCollins Aerospace has a career opportunity available for a dynamic Principal Mechanical Engineer to spearhead innovation in our hydro-mechanical, actuation & pneumatic valve design group. If you’re ready to bring your design prowess, problem solving wizardry, and passion for cutting edge technology to the table, this is your chance to shine.The hydro-mechanical, actuation & pneumatic valve design group oversees various hydro-mechanical components such as jet fuel controls with functions like flow division, fuel metering, pressure regulating, high-pressure relief, as well as fuel-draulic actuators and pneumatic valves including butterfly, in-line, and check valves. This position emphasizes development, requiring detailed component requirements analysis, specification reviews, and the creation of physical components considering factors like performance, weight, envelope, and cost.Our team is all about pushing boundaries and using top-notch 3D analysis tools like Finite Element Analysis and Computational Fluid Dynamics to create game changing components. We don’t just design, we innovate. Join us and be part of a team that’s revolutionizing engineering with our blend of advanced technology and drive for excellence. Let’s shake things up together! Eligible for relocation.Primary Responsibilities:
Ensures novel ideas and implementations are captured and protected using applicable IP processes and tools.
Design major components or major portions of functional systems or technically advanced prototypes using computer design and engineering systems.
Develops data and makes layouts, sketches, and notes for components as well as facilitating manufacturing improvements.
Investigates pertinent design factors such as ease of manufacture, availability of materials and equipment, interchangeability, replace ability, strength-weight efficiency, and contractual specification requirements and cost.
Perform 1-D hand calculation analysis and complex 3-D simulations to aid in analysis of performance requirements.
Generate solid models of components using 3-D modeling software such as NX Unigraphics to aid in packaging and weight estimations.
Develop, test, and verify new analysis methods where applicable to improve the state-of-the-art capability of Collins Aerospace
Develop in-house tools where applicable to improve the ease of performing analysis.
Qualifications/Experience Needed:
Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) unless prohibited by local laws/regulations and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience, or in absence of a degree, 12 years of relevant experience.
The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required.
U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with classical mechanical design analysis (spring design, beam equations, pressure vessels, fluid flow, and thermal conduction)
Ansys Workbench (or similar) FEA, and Siemens Star-CCM+ (or similar) CFD experience
Microsoft Office Suite experience, primarily excel
Coding (VBA, Python, or similar) experience
Knowledge of GD&T basics
Working knowledge of gas turbine engine systems
Collins Aerospace, an RTX company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio and expertise to solve customers’ toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market.We make modern flight possible for millions of travelers and our military every second. Our major product lines are on-board virtually every aircraft flying. Be it keeping passengers safe with our emergency power generation systems or creating a positive in-flight experience through reliable cabin pressure controls and quieter engines, Power & Controls focuses on delivering a best-in-class experience to our customers. We hire the top people in the industry. Their ideas drive our performance, and their integrity keeps our customers happy. Join us as we take flight!Collins Aerospace Diversity & Inclusion Statement:Diversity drives innovation; inclusion drives success. We believe a multitude of approaches and ideas enable us to deliver the best results for our workforce, workplace, and customers. We are committed to fostering a culture where all employees can share their passions and ideas so we can tackle the toughest challenges in our industry and pave new paths to limitless possibility.WE ARE REDEFINING AEROSPACE.Please ensure the role type (defined below) is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role.Hybrid : Employees who are working in Hybrid roles will work regularly both onsite and offsite. Ratio of time working onsite will be determined in partnership with your leader. Regardless of your role type, collaboration and innovation are critical to our business and all employees will have access to digital tools so they can work with colleagues around the world – and access to Collins sites when their work requires in-person meetings.Some of our competitive benefits package includes:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
Tuition reimbursement program
Student Loan Repayment Program
Life insurance and disability coverage
Optional coverages you can buy: Pet, Home and Auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal
Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
Ovia Health, fertility and family planning
Adoption Assistance
Autism Benefit
Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program
Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits
Bright Horizons, child and elder care services
Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program
And more!
At Collins, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibility. And the bonds we form – with our customers and with each other propel us all higher, again and again.
Apply now and be part of the team that’s redefining aerospace, every day.
Eligible for referrals#HotJobsThe salary range for this role is 96,000 USD - 200,000 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. Privacy Policy and Terms:Click on this link (http://www.rtx.com/privacy/Job-Applicant-Privacy-Notice) to read the Policy and Terms 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.