Principal Research Engineer, Power Electronics

Date Posted:

2024-10-10

Country:

United States of America

Location:

UT13: RC-CT - Corp 411 Silver Lane, East Hartford, CT, 06108 USA

Position Role Type:

Hybrid

For more than 90 years the RTX Technology Research Center (RTRC) has operated as a multidisciplinary group of experts collaborating on groundbreaking innovations. Our team includes some of the world’s leading scientists, researchers and engineers working to anticipate the discoveries destined to change everything, and they transform that research into the solutions and products that help our businesses shape the future of aerospace and defense. Our unique talent, experience and resources allow us to deliver rapid responses to critical, time-sensitive challenges and develop breakthroughs for a safer, more connected world.

The Power Electronics Systems team at Raytheon Technologies Research Center invites individuals with power electronics, power electromagnetics, high voltage, and high-power electric systems expertise with strong hardware prototyping skills to apply for an open position.  We are seeking a Principal Research Engineer to join our cohesive team of engineers and technicians who are focused on developing innovative technologies and solving tough problems for aerospace and defense applications.

What you will do:

• Collaborate within multidisciplinary teams in areas such as electrified propulsion systems, power conversion for Radio Frequency (RF) systems, electric power distribution, electrical systems controls, motors and drives, high power defense systems. 

• Demonstrate innovation in the delivery of advanced technology through creative analysis and problem solving; to possess the ability to identify new research topics and their challenges.

• Work with multi-disciplinary team members to address those gaps; work with our business units to create new opportunities for collaboration, to communicate research results effectively through both verbal and written means; and to participate in the creation of research proposals to RTX business units and government agencies.

• Work in power electronics, relevant controls, electromagnetic for electrical machines, hardware design and prototyping.

• Application of analytical skills to the development of new technology.

Position role type:

Onsite (Preferred) and Hybrid

Qualifications you must have:

• Ph.D. candidates with 5 years of work experience will be considered.  M.S. candidates must have 10+ years of experience in power electronics or in a relevant work environment.

• The candidate should have an M.S. in Electrical Engineering or Electronics engineering, or closely related engineering field, while a Ph.D. is strongly preferred.

• Experience in high performance power electronic converter and electrical systems for ground, air or water applications.

• Experience in radio Frequency power systems, DC/DC converters, point of load converters.

• Experience in power electronics, relevant controls, electromagnetic for electrical machines, hardware design and prototyping.

• Experience in high power electrical systems and subcomponents, power distribution, controls, electric machines and drives. Understanding of hardware in the loop simulations.

• Experience with electric and hybrid electric propulsion systems, batteries, electrical generators, system integration and control.

• Record of technical contributions including patents and publications.

• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

To realize our full potential, RTX is committed to creating a company where all employees are respected, valued and supported in the pursuit of their goals. We know companies that embrace diversity in all its forms not only deliver stronger business results, but also become a force for good, fueling stronger business performance and greater opportunity for employees, partners, investors and communities to succeed. 

What We Offer: Whether you’re just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement and work/life benefits; career development and recognition programs. Some of the benefits we offer include parental (including paternal) leave, flexible work schedules, achievement awards, educational assistance and child/adult backup care.

The 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.

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