Pratt & Whitney is working to once again transform the future of flight—designing, building and servicing engines unlike any the world has ever seen. And because transformation begins from within, we’re seeking the people to drive it. So, calling all curious.
Come ready to explore and you’ll find a place where your talent takes flight—beyond the borders of title, a country or your comfort zone. Bring your passion and commitment and we’ll welcome you into a tight-knit team that takes our mission personally. Channel your drive to make a difference into shaping an organization and an industry that’s evolving fast to the future.
Innovation through diversity of thought. At Pratt & Whitney, we believe diversity of thought enables creativity, innovation, and a foundation for inclusion. By fostering an inclusive culture, we accept a shared accountability and responsibility to recognize, sponsor, coach, hire and promote talent equally. We welcome our employees to be their whole - best - selves at work because trust, respect and integrity, are a part of our DNA.
At Pratt & Whitney, the difference you make is on display every day. Just look up. Are you ready to go beyond?
What You Will Do
This is an amazing opportunity as a Bench Mechanic on the 2nd shift. Monday-Thursday ( 4 x 10) 3:30pm-1:30am
Training takes place on a Dayshift for External Candidates.
Under the direction of supervision or working leader you will work from verbal, written or computer-generated instructions to perform pre-coating operations. Operations include surface preparation and masking duties. Perform post coating tasks such as removing parts from fixtures, removing masking, troubleshooting, and diagnosing malfunctioning equipment. You will perform minor repairs on coating equipment where applicable. These repairs include but are not limited to the following:
Perform deburring, blending, polishing countersinking, grinding, drilling or grit blast operations using a variety of hand and power tools and equipment on surfaces and details of aerospace engine components.
Perform Total Preventive Maintenance on applicable machines/equipment as required.
Check parts to meet visual and dimensional requirements using various measuring equipment/tools including micrometers, verniers, height gages and other fixed gages. Assure completed parts meet quality requirements.
Work from oral and written instructions to remove burrs, nicks, and scratches on parts.
Assisting engineers and others in developing new or changed operations.
Making recommendations for changing and improving operating parameters and processes.
Referring any difficulties to leader or supervisor.
You are required to be flexible around shifts, including overtime, for training and to maintain workflow. We look for responsibility to handle multiple significant priorities at a time. You may be assigned to carry out tasks, not specifically listed, within the scope and skill level of this job description in support of department objectives and to develop individuals’ skills.
What You Will Learn
Skills, systems, and processes critical to aerospace manufacturing within a stat of the art facility.
Training and advancement opportunities at all levels through a supportive and collaborative employee experience.
On -the -job training using the most advanced technology in the industry today.
- Learn precision Deburring techniques.
- Learn small, detail assembly processes.
Qualifications You Must Have
0-1 years of related experience, or a completed degree/certificate from a post-secondary or vocational school in a related field with 0-1+years related experience.
High School or GED
U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.
Qualifications We Prefer
Experience with metal finishing methods, spray coating/paint application, machining, grinding, and/or welding.
Experience with computerized machine operation.
Experience with precision measuring instruments such as feeler gauges, verniers, calipers and micrometers.
Knowledge of arithmetic involving decimals and fractions
Understand and follow oral and written instructions concerning work methods and procedures.
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
Basic computer skills
Flexibility around shifts, for training and to maintain workflow, to include overtime.
Ability to manage multiple competing priorities simultaneously.
What We Offer
Bonus Plan – eligible to participate in the Companys Aerospace Variable Plan (AVP)
Comprehensive Benefits Program - medical, dental, vision and life insurance
Paid time off including vacation, personal/sick time, and holidays
Additional Leaves including short-term & long-term disability, parental leave, bereavement leave, jury duty coverage, and military leave
Savings & Investment Plan with company match & employer contributions
Flexible savings and spending accounts
Employee Assistance Program with onsite and referral resources to support a Healthy You
Employee Scholar Program – one of the most comprehensive company-sponsored employee education programs in the world (No waiting period!)
Employee discounts and rebates program
Learn More and Apply Now!
What is my role type?
In addition to transforming the future of flight, we are also transforming how and where we work. We’ve introduced role types to help you understand how you will operate in our blended work environment. This role is:
Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance workers, as they are essential to the development of our engines.
Must be a U.S. Citizen. This position may require access to systems/tools that are restricted to individuals who possess US citizenship
reempowerprogram
This role is also eligible for the Re-Empower Program. The Re-Empower Program helps support talented and committed professionals as they rebuild their capabilities, enhance leadership skills, and continue their professional journey. Over the course of the 14-week program, experienced professionals will gain paid, on-the-job experience, have an opportunity to participate in sessions with leadership, develop personalized plans for success and receive coaching to guide their return-to-work experience. Upon completion of the program, based on performance and contributions participants will be eligible for a career at RTX.
Minimum Program Qualifications:
- Be on a career break of one or more year at time of application
- Have prior experience in functional area of interest
- Have interest in returning in either a full-time or part-time position