Assembly Technician (Fri, Sat, Sun 6am - 6pm)

RTX•Middletown, CT

1d•Onsite

About The Position

At Pratt & Whitney, part of RTX, the Assembly Technician builds and/or disassembles production, experimental, and overhaul gas turbine engines, modules, subassemblies, and accessories. The technician follows work instructions, operation sheets, blueprints, computer-generated instructions, assembly drawings, and engineering bulletins to meet requirements. The role is onsite in Middletown, Connecticut, and the posted schedule is Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. The starting salary is $42.68 per hour. Under the direction of a leader or supervisor, the technician selects and uses suitable tools and fixtures, performs balance operations, measures and inspects components, maintains build records, and supports engineering changes, overhaul, and repair work. The technician refers difficulties to a leader or supervisor and may take on other tasks within the job’s scope and skill level. Licenses, permits, or certifications may be required for the assigned area.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent and formal specialized-field training resulting in an A&P license or equivalent; alternatively, four years of technical high school including technical post-high-school certification and at least five years of heavy automotive experience.
U.S. citizenship is required because only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program or contract.

Nice To Haves

Experience as an aerospace mechanic or A&P mechanic.
At least three years of avionics mechanic experience.

Responsibilities

Follow work instructions to select, set up, and use hand, power, and specialized assembly or disassembly tools and fixtures.
Perform static balance operations on rotating engine parts according to specified procedures.
Use precision measuring instruments and gages to check and calculate assembly dimensions; adjust tools and equipment as needed to meet process requirements.
Visually check parts, subassemblies, and engine sections for identification, condition, and correct installation.
Check build records for accuracy and completeness and enter required data on engine history records or computer systems.
Perform mechanical work supporting co-producer, customer support, and retrofit projects involving engineering changes.
Help identify assembly or tooling problems and recommend corrective actions.
Perform visual and dimensional inspections of modules and subassemblies to verify proper assembly.
Inspect overhaul detail parts at the bench for nonconformance and coordinate parts for overhaul or repair processing.
Refer difficulties to a leader or supervisor.
Perform other tasks within the scope and skill level of the job to support department objectives and develop skills.
Train for, obtain, and maintain licenses, operator permits, and certifications as required for the assigned area.