Hiring: Senior Principal Engineer – Solid & Structural Mechanics (Hybrid) Company: RTX Location: East Hartford, CT Job Posted Time: 2026-09-10 11:23:41 Employment Type: Remote Target Skills & Keywords : AI, Aerospace Engineering, Linear, Machine Learning, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Security Clearance About the job Experience: •Minimum 7 years experience Required Skills: •MS or Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering / Aerospace Engineering / Engineering Mechanics / Materials Science & Engineering •Proficiency in the following is required: (1) Development and deployment of AI/ML tools for solving mechanics/materials/structures problems (2) Linear and nonlinear Finite Element Analysis (FEA) using ANSYS or ABAQUS including writing user material subroutines, Qualifications We Prefer •Proficiency in the following is desirable: Multi-scale and multi-physics modeling approaches leveraging AI/ML techniques is highly desired. •Excellent oral and written communication skills; proficient with Microsoft tools: Word, Excel and PowerPoint; high energy; team player •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. •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. •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. Qualifications: •Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 10 years of prior relevant experience unless prohibited by local laws/regulations, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 7 years experience •If you live within a reasonable commute of an RTX site with other colleagues you interact with, your manager will discuss whether there is a degree of onsite presence associated with this role. •10 years of prior relevant experience unless prohibited by local laws/regulations, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 7 years experience Compensation: •Flexible work environment (work from home / hybrid options) Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!