Date Posted:

2026-09-24



Country:

United States of America



Location:

US-CT-EAST HARTFORD-ETC ~ 400 Main St ~ BLDG ETC



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

Job Description

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.

At Pratt & Whitney, the difference you make is on display every day. Just look up. Are you ready to go beyond?

We have an immediate need for an Assembly Technician C 1st Shift (onsite) 6:54am - 3:54pm.

What You Will Do:

• Perform the work necessary to build and/or disassemble a variety of production, experimental and overhaul gas turbine engines, modules, subassemblies and accessories.

• Follow specified work instructions including operation sheets, blue prints, computer generated work instructions, assembly drawings and engineering bulletins to assure compliance with requirements.

• Under the direction of leader/supervisor follow specified work instructions to select, set up and use appropriate hand, power, and specialized assembly/disassembly tooling and fixtures to perform various tasks in support of departmental goals.  

• Follow specified procedures to set up and perform static balance operations on rotating engine parts.

• Use precision measuring instruments and gages to check and calculate assembly dimensions as required by assembly instructions.

• Make adjustments to tools and equipment as necessary to perform the work and to meet process requirements.

• Visually check parts, subassemblies and engine sections for proper identification, overall condition, and proper installation of details.

• Check build records for correctness and completeness; enter required data on engine history record sheets and/or computer systems.

• Perform the mechanical duties necessary to assist on co-producer, customer support and retrofit projects to accommodate engineering changes.

• Assist others responsible to identify problem areas and recommend corrective actions to expedite the resolution of assembly or tooling problems.

• Utilize established methods and procedures to perform visual and dimensional inspection to verify the proper assembly of modules and sub-assemblies.

• Perform bench inspection of overhaul detail parts to identify nonconformance.

• Coordinate parts for processing through overhaul or repair operations.

• Refer difficulties to leader/supervisor.

• 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.

• May be required to train for, obtain and maintain licenses, operator permits and certifications as required for assigned area.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• HS Diploma or equivalent

• Trades training in specialized field achieving A&P license or equivalent experience.

Qualifications we prefer:

• In compliance with the collective bargaining agreement, priority consideration is given to candidates who are INTERNAL (and recall) to the Pratt & Whitney IAM Bargaining Unit members of District Lodge 26 and Affiliated Locals 700 and 1746 (Connecticut Operations).

• 1-3 years of experience as an aerospace mechanic or A&P mechanic preferred.

Learn More & Apply Now!

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.

Candidates will learn more about role type and current site status throughout the recruiting process. For onsite and hybrid roles, commuting to and from the assigned site is the employee’s personal responsibility.

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.

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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