Assembly Technician C - 1st shift (onsite) 6:54am - 3:24pm

RTX•East Hartford, CT

45d•Onsite

About The Position

Pratt & Whitney is seeking an Assembly Technician C for the 1st Shift. This role involves building and/or disassembling gas turbine engines, modules, subassemblies, and accessories. The technician will follow detailed work instructions, including operation sheets, blueprints, and computer-generated instructions, to ensure compliance with requirements. The position requires the use of hand, power, and specialized tooling for assembly and disassembly tasks, as well as performing static balance operations and using precision measuring instruments. The technician will also be responsible for visually inspecting parts, checking build records, and assisting with mechanical duties for various projects. Problem identification and recommendation of corrective actions are also part of the role, along with performing visual and dimensional inspections and bench inspections of overhaul parts. The role may involve training for licenses and certifications as needed.

Requirements

HS Diploma or equivalent
Trades training in specialized field achieving A&P license or equivalent experience.
U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

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, blueprints, 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.