Nasa Engineering Jobs in Connecticut (NOW HIRING)

Date Posted:

2026-08-07

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-CT-WINDSOR LOCKS-B1A ~ 1 Hamilton Rd ~ BLDG 1A

Position Role Type:

Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

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None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status:

Not Required

Senior Engineering Manager - Civil Space, Structural & Aero-Thermal (Onsite)

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.

Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

Civil Space in Collins Aerospace Mission Systems is seeking a senior engineering manager to lead a multidisciplinary team of structural analysts and aero-thermal fluids engineers supporting multiple programs, product development, and continuous improvement initiatives.  The ideal candidate will have demonstrated experience in matrix organization leadership and technical capability in static, dynamic, and fracture analysis of complex mechanical and electro-mechanical systems.  The candidate will be a highly engaged, hands-on engineering leader who has a passion for developing talent and solving challenging problems to help create and support design solutions for mission critical spaceflight applications in accordance with stakeholder requirements within an allocated budget and schedule. 

What You Will Do:

• Lead an experienced, empowered team comprised of structural analysts and aero-thermal fluids engineers with various skillsets, supporting multiple programs in different stages of design, development, build, test, and verification
• Responsible for the leadership, training, coaching, and technical oversight of the detailed stress and aero-thermal analysis of complex structures utilized in human spaceflight mechanical and electromechanical applications
• Lead team in all aspects of structural and aero-thermal analysis including static and dynamic stress analysis using Ansys, Patran/Nastran and closed form solutions, fracture analysis (NASGRO), margin of safety and fatigue calculations, occasional nonlinear analysis, support of vibration and shock testing, CFD, thermal and performance analysis
• Provide occasional expert technical guidance and support to development and production programs
• Develop and enact professional and technical development plans, and succession plans
• Perform staffing coordination and employee skill development to ensure suitable skill mix among the team, including hiring and performance development
• Collaborate with relevant stakeholders (Chief Engineers, Program Managers, Senior Engineering Leadership, etc.) to ensure that program goals are met
• Ensure adherence to department and company policies and standards, ethics and regulatory compliance, and contractual specifications
• Provide recommendations and implement continuous improvements

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 10 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 7 years of experience
• This position is considered safety sensitive in accordance with NASA Guidelines. Candidate will be subject to drug and alcohol testing per NASA’s regulation SUBPART 1835.5 Drug- Free Workforce

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Leader with a demonstrated record of success leading engineering teams, managing and/or performing on a multidisciplinary team of 10+
• Experience in structural analysis, random vibration and shock testing of space-qualified ECLSS, thermal management, or similar complex electro-mechanical systems and components
• Experience in CFD, thermal, and performance analysis of space-qualified ECLSS and thermal management systems and components
• Solid understanding of material behaviors in the linear and non-linear range
• Experience with project, program, and/or task planning and coordination
• Strong knowledge of and experience with spaceflight hardware design process.  Particularly, the analysis & support information for mechanical and electro-mechanical component and assembly design processes, metal and composite structures, mechanical materials, and physical testing of mechanical parts and assemblies, such as performance, random vibration and shock
• Experience in interpreting and comparing test results to analytical models (test vs FEM)
• Exceptional organizational, analytical, written, and verbal communication skills
• Ability to multi-task with a focus on daily issues and longer-term strategies
• Solid interpersonal skills with experience in employee management, coaching, and mentoring
• Demonstrated experience in problem solving.  Creative problem solver, able to coach others to solve problems independently and in group settings
• Adapts well to changing priorities in a dynamic environment
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate across the organization and operate effectively within a matrix environment by resolving conflict and influencing others
• Experience with bids and proposals

Do you want to be a part of something bigger? A team whose impact stretches across the world, and even beyond? At Collins Aerospace, our Mission Systems team helps civilian, military and government customers complete their most complex missions — whatever and wherever they may be. Our customers depend on us for intelligent and secure communications, missionized systems for specialized aircraft and spacecraft and collaborative space solutions. By joining our team, you’ll have your own critical part to play in ensuring our customer succeeds today while anticipating their needs for tomorrow. Are you up for the challenge? Join our mission today.

What We Offer:

Some of our competitive benefits package includes:   

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance  
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees  
• Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option  
• Tuition reimbursement program 
• Student Loan Repayment Program  
• Life insurance and disability coverage  
• Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection 
• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits 
• Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning  
• Adoption Assistance           
• Autism Benefit  
• Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions  
• Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program 
• Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits  
• Bright Horizons, child and elder care services 
• Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program  
• Eligible for relocation assistance
• And more!  

Learn More & Apply Now!

*Please ensure the role type (defined below) is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role. 

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. 

At Collins, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibility. And the bonds we form – with our customers and with each other -- propel us all higher, again and again.   

Apply now and be part of the team that’s redefining aerospace, every day.   

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The salary range for this role is 132,400 USD - 251,600 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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