Engineer I - Compression Systems Engineering - Structures (Hybrid)

Date Posted:

2026-10-27

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-PR-AGUADILLA-110 ~ Rd 110 N Km 28.8 ~ RD110

Position Role Type:

Hybrid

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

U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Security Clearance:

None/Not Required

Are you ready to explore the world of aerospace and defense? Do you want to learn from and collaborate with some of the greatest minds in the industry? At RTX, our internships, co-ops and full-time careers provide an exceptional foundation to work on complex problems, advance your skills and create a safer, more connected world. Discover opportunities to make a difference at RTX.

At RTX, the world's 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.

This position is a Hybrid role in Aguadilla, PR. You must be residing in Puerto Rico at the time of starting employment.

What you will do:

• Execute structural analysis via hand calculations, 2D and 3D finite element modeling, using the latest P&W Engineering Standard Work, analytical tools, and engineering judgement.
• Perform structural analysis and provide analytical support through all design phases and provide support to manufacturing and operational services.
• Use finite element and classical methods for strength, stress/deflection, vibration, fatigue life, residual life (fracture mechanics) prediction, damage tolerance, containment, kinematic and optimization analyses.
• Support production and in-service field investigations.
• Document analysis and present results and associated recommendation to integrated product teams, management, and customers.
• Participate on multi-discipline integrated product teams as the structures focal, providing design solutions that balance customer requirements for performance, cost, schedule, and other requirements.
• Develop and sustain a healthy work relationship based on mutual trust with peers, internal and external customers where significant interaction is expected.
• English (read, write, speak) is required when communicating with customers, co-workers, or supervisors who only speak English

Qualifications you must have:

• Bachelor's Degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering
• Minimum GPA of 3.0
• US citizenship is required due to government contracts

Qualification we prefer:

• Knowledge of gas turbine operation
• Strong communication, interpersonal, time management and organizational skills
• Team oriented and cultural awareness
• Experience with FEA, ANSYS, Workbench.

Learn More & Apply Now!

Compression Systems Engineering is responsible for the design, development, and in service support of all fans low-pressure and high-pressure compressors for commercial and military engine models. CSE is responsible for the identification and maturation of new technologies for these products.

Technical disciplines in CSE include Project Engineering, Mechanical Design, Structural Analysis, and Product Definition.

Aftermarket and Sustainment Engineering executes both military and commercial repair design and repairs substantiations for engines. We create and improve ASE business and repair development tools. We design, develop, and qualify military repair tooling.

​​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.​

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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