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Date Posted:
2026-09-03Country:
United States of AmericaLocation:
US-CT-EAST HARTFORD-D ~ 400 Main St ~ BLDG DPosition Role Type:
HybridU.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 Type:
None/Not RequiredSecurity Clearance Status:
Not RequiredAt 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:
- Execute Engineering Source Approval activities for conventional machining and special processes such as milling, turning, grinding, drilling, broaching, welding, brazing, and surface treatments.
- Collaborate with supplier engineering teams and internal Engineering, Procurement, and Quality to complete process approvals, evaluate changes, and resolve technical variations.
- Manage approval schedules and resources to ensure timely, rigorous, and compliant qualifications of aerospace manufacturing processes.
- Review and validate process operation sheets, process monitoring methods, NDE techniques, and destructive metallurgical testing results.
- Analyze and document process performance, prepare technical reports, and develop standard work to strengthen manufacturing consistency.
Qualifications You Must Have:
- Technical Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Materials, Mechanical, or Manufacturing Engineering and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years experience.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in quality, engineering, manufacturing, materials, or aerospace functions.
Qualifications We Prefer:
- Broad knowledge of materials and processes used in gas turbine engine manufacturing.
- Experience with machining and special processes particularly welding and brazing.
- Familiarity with Pratt & Whitney design, manufacturing, and quality systems and ESA processes.
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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:
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.
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.
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 107,500 USD - 204,500 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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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in materials engineer jobs.
- Bachelor's or master's degree in materials science, materials engineering, or a closely related engineering field
- Proficiency with materials characterization tools such as SEM, XRD, FTIR, or EDS
- Experience with failure analysis techniques including root-cause investigation and corrective action documentation
- Familiarity with CAD or FEA software such as ANSYS, SolidWorks, or Abaqus for materials modeling
- Knowledge of industry standards and specifications such as ASTM, AMS, MIL-SPEC, or ISO relevant to the employer's sector
- Professional Engineer license or active progress toward PE certification preferred for senior and lead roles
Tips for Your Materials Engineer Job Search
Tailor your resume to the materials family
Employers hiring for composites roles want different signals than those hiring for metallurgy or ceramics. Reorganize your resume header and skills section to lead with the specific materials class the job targets, rather than listing every material you've ever touched.
Quantify test and failure data on your resume
Materials engineer resumes get noticed when they show outcomes: tensile strength improvements, failure-rate reductions, or cycle-time cuts tied to a specific alloy or process change. Replace vague descriptions of lab work with the actual measurement and what changed because of it.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists materials engineer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Filter openings by industry sector
A materials engineer job at a semiconductor fab and one at a medical device OEM require different certifications, cleanroom experience, and regulatory knowledge. Narrow your search to sectors where your materials background is directly applicable before spending time on applications.
Prepare failure analysis walk-throughs for interviews
Hiring managers consistently ask candidates to walk through a root-cause or failure analysis they led. Practice describing your analytical method, the materials characterization tools you used, and the corrective action you recommended, not just the final result.
Negotiate relocation into your offer for lab-based roles
Most materials engineer positions require on-site work tied to specific equipment or facilities. Relocation assistance is commonly offered but rarely advertised upfront. Ask explicitly during the offer stage, before you accept, while the employer still has incentive to close the role.
Materials Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most materials engineers?
The companies hiring the most materials engineers right now include Blue Origin, Tesla, and Lockheed Martin, with the largest share of openings in California, Texas, and Washington, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is concentrated in aerospace, defense, and semiconductor manufacturing employers with active R&D programs.
How many materials engineer jobs are remote?
About 32% of materials engineer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the lab- and facility-dependent nature of most roles. Positions in materials modeling, simulation, and specification writing are the most likely to allow remote or hybrid arrangements, while characterization, testing, and process engineering roles almost always require on-site presence.
How do you become a materials engineer?
You become a materials engineer by earning a bachelor's degree in materials science and engineering or a closely related field such as mechanical or chemical engineering with a materials focus. From there, building hands-on lab experience through internships or co-ops in a target industry is essential. Many roles in research or advanced development also require a master's or doctoral degree, and a Professional Engineer license strengthens candidacy for senior positions.
How do you get hired as a materials engineer with little experience?
Entry-level candidates get hired by emphasizing coursework in materials characterization, any undergraduate research involving physical or mechanical testing, and internship or co-op work even if it was in a related engineering discipline. Employers in aerospace and defense often hire new graduates directly into structured rotation programs. Targeting sectors with high materials-science content, such as semiconductors or medical devices, improves hiring odds because those industries recruit from a narrower talent pool than general manufacturing.
What does the materials engineer interview process look like?
The process typically begins with a recruiter screen focused on your materials background and target sector, followed by a technical phone or video interview covering materials properties, failure modes, and characterization methods. Final rounds usually include a panel or loop with engineers and a hiring manager, where you will be asked to walk through a past project or failure analysis in detail. Some employers add a written technical assessment or a facility tour for lab-based roles.
Where can I find and apply to materials engineer jobs?
You can find and apply to materials engineer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States in one place. Search the listings to find roles that match your materials background and target sector, then apply directly to each opening that fits.
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