Sr Project Manager, Research (P3) – (Onsite)

Date Posted:

2026-05-26

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-CT-EAST HARTFORD-G ~ 400 Main St ~ BLDG G

Position Role Type:

Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

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

Security Clearance Type:

DoD Clearance: Secret

Security Clearance Status:

Active and existing security clearance required after day 1

At RTX, the world 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.

What You Will Do

The Survivability Discipline Group (SDG) is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Project Engineer to support key military programs. As a part of our team, you’ll help answer today’s survivability challenges in powered flight while crafting and supporting tomorrow’s innovative solutions.  As an industry-recognized leading producer of the world’s most powerful jet engines, we strive to find dedicated individuals to enhance our organization. If you aspire to contribute to a dynamic environment and possess the motivation to convert new ideas into practice, this may be the opportunity you’ve been looking for.

• Responsible for driving execution of projects including support of new contract proposals, project baselining, earned value management, and delivering within cost and schedule expectations

• Collaborate across several technical disciplines within SDG

• Support team deliverables and projects across engineering and test facilities in East Hartford, CT, Middletown, CT, and West Palm Beach, FL

• Depending on background, candidate will support technical work/projects in one or more SDG disciplines

• Travel up to 10% of time

Qualifications You Must Have

• Bachelor Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM)

• 5 years of experience or an Advanced degree with 3 years of experience

• Experience in project engineering or project management

• 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 

Qualifications We Prefer

• Completed EV/CAM training

• Familiarization with modern day gas turbine engines

• Experience creating technical documentation (reports/presentations) and presenting technical information

• Collaborates effectively with other team members, stakeholders, and management

• Project Management Planning certification

• Active secret clearance or higher

Learn More & Apply Now!

• The EDSI Commercial Engines and Military Engines organizations are focused on delivering systems solutions to meet customer requirements, driving engineering quality and productivity, and developing the next generation if systems engineers.​​ EDSI is responsible for the integration of components, modules, and sub-systems into world class commercial and military propulsion systems.​​

What Is My Role Type: In addition to transforming the future of flight, we are also transforming how and where we work. We’ve introduced role types to help you understand how you will operate in our blended work environment. This role is:

• Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance workers, as they are essential to the development of our engines.

Candidates will learn more about role type and current site status throughout the recruiting process. For onsite and hybrid roles, commuting to and from the assigned site is the employee’s personal responsibility.

This requisition is eligible for an employee referral award.  ALL eligibility requirements must be met to receive the referral award.

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 86,800 USD - 165,200 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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