Advanced Manufacturing Lead Research Technician

About the job

Date Posted:

2026-10-13

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-CT-EAST HARTFORD-RTRC K ~ 411 Silver Ln ~ RTRC K

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. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

For more than 95 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.

RTRC is seeking a highly motivated individual for the position of Advanced Manufacturing Lead Research Technician. The candidate will join the Advanced Manufacturing Team which specializes in the development and maturation of manufacturing technologies for internal deployment as well as for external research programs across a variety of technical areas including machining, repair, additive manufacturing, robotic automation, surface treatment, sensing, amongst many others. The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting development and implementation of novel manufacturing processes. The individual will work with the team in a fast-paced, R&D environment alongside leading scientists and colleagues from across RTRC and the greater RTX organization (including Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon) to develop and demonstrate next generation technologies for aerospace and defense applications.

What You Will Do

• Operation of a large-format, hybrid, powder directed energy deposition (DED) system
• Configuration and setup of experiments to support manufacturing process development
• Execution of additive build and repair experiments
• Sample preparation, general machining and fixture fabrication
• Troubleshooting equipment issues, performing maintenance, and making necessary repairs
• Collaboration with RTRC and RTX business unit teams to execute research programs
• Working safely at all times, following all safety protocols and procedures

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires an AA/AS degree (or other 2-year post high school training) with a minimum of 8 years relevant experience.
• Minimum 1 year experience in directed energy deposition or welding processes
• Minimum 1 year with G-Code or similar CAM programming languages
• Background with CNC machine or robot cell operation

Qualifications We Prefer

• Hands-on experience with manufacturing processes and equipment

• Hands-on experience with laser-based directed energy deposition/additive manufacturing systems

• Technical judgement with ability to self-direct and complete projects with minimal oversight

• Proven ability to create, maintain, and organize accurate and thorough records related to laboratory experiments and instrumentation

• Interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively in a team environment or independently with limited direction

• Familiarity with machining, welding, and related advanced manufacturing methods

• Experience with toolpathing utilizing CAD/CAM software (e.g. Siemens NX)

• Experience with handling of metal powders

• Background with processing of aerospace alloys (e.g. Nickel superalloys, titanium alloys)

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.

Please ensure the role type defined below is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role. This position is classified as:

Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.

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 60,000 USD - 114,000 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 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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