RTX
Aerospace
AutomationEngineer
Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid+ candidates.
“Automation Engineer at RTX. Skills: Automation, Controls hardware, Controls software, Network architecture. Create standard practices for controls hardware. Assist in execution of standard practices for controls”
Industry & Context.
Technical problem resolution
US citizenship required, Travel up to 50%, Ability to obtain Secret Clearance
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent demonstrated experience in Industrial electrical engineering, Computer/ Software engineering, Engineering, Manufacturing or related discipline, 5+ years of experience in automated systems specifically in manufacturing environments, US Citizen, Ability to obtain a US Government Secret Clearance, Excellent judgment, Professional maturity, Clear communication
Nice to Have
Studio 5000 Logix designer, Siemens TIA Portal, Ignition!, Factory Talk, RS Networks, AutoCAD, MS Office Suite, Extensive experience with controls hardware design, Extensive experience troubleshooting different component manufactures and applications, Understanding of how SQL databases are constructed, Extensive experience with software development, Ignition! scripting, Understanding of OPC UA interfaces, Experience with system software / PLC code development, HMI development
What You'll Do.
Create standard practices for controls hardware
Assist in execution of standard practices for controls
Select suppliers for components
Validate design and implementation
Define operational technology network architecture
Develop standard engineering procedures
Develop standard best practices
Develop integration procedures
Evaluate current infrastructure onsite
Create standard practices for controls software
Assist in execution of standard practices for controls
Develop Ignition scripting
Define Software Defined Network requirements
Standardize software requirements
Select suppliers for software
Implement firewall rules
Develop user interfaces
Create standard data collection templates
Create data/communication drivers
Maintain data/communication drivers
Standardize performance boards
Standardize HMI screens
Develop standard engineering procedures
Develop standard best practices
Develop integration procedures
Standardize maintenance procedures
Standardize rev levels
Apply Pratt & Whitney standard hardware
Apply Pratt & Whitney standard software
Apply Pratt & Whitney standard network architecture
Apply expertise to technical problem resolution
Communicate at all levels within RTX
Communicate at all levels within Pratt & Whitney
Tap technical resources
Consult with programs
Communicate directly with site operations
Meet Environmental Health & Safety requirements
Meet Preventative Maintenance requirements
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Communicate with RTX; Communicate with Pratt & Whitney; Communicate with programs; Communicate with site operations
Communication Scope
Clear communication
Full Job Description
**Date Posted:** 2026-06-03 **Country:** United States of America **Location:** US-CT-EAST HARTFORD-L ~ 400 Main St ~ BLDG L **Position Role Type:** Onsite **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 Type:** None/Not Required **Security Clearance Status:** Not Required 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. 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 positions primary focus is the execution, implementation and validations of a centrally operational technology for controls hardware & software for Pratt and Whitney. The position will also aid in developing standard practices, with involvement in continuous improvement of the control’s specification and in alignment with all company and project automation goals. Primary Job Responsibilities: * Create and assist in the execution of standard as related to controls & network hardware. This includes: * Component list per application including supplier selection * Design and implementation validation * Operational Technology network architecture * Standard engineering procedures and documentation * Standard best practices, integration procedures and documentation * Onsite evaluation of current infrastructure * Create and assist in the execution
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