Assembly Technician - 2nd Shift (Onsite)

RTX•Middletown, CT

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Perform work to build and/or disassemble production, experimental, and overhaul gas turbine engines, modules, subassemblies, and accessories. Follow work instructions—including operation sheets, blueprints, computer-generated instructions, assembly drawings, and engineering bulletins—to ensure requirements are met. This is an onsite, second-shift position in Middletown, Connecticut, with hours Monday through Friday, 3:12 p.m. to 11:59 p.m. Under the direction of a leader or supervisor, prepare parts and assemble subassemblies, modules, and accessories for new gas turbine engines using established tooling and process methods. Duties also include engine overhaul and repair, component fitting and measurement, maintaining equipment and tooling, and providing support for engine and component testing. The technician may assist with co-producer, customer-support, retrofit, and new-engine programs and with changes to specifications. U.S. citizenship is required because only U.S. citizens may access information under this program or contract. No security clearance is required.

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, technical post-high-school certification, and at least five years of heavy automotive experience.
U.S. citizenship is required.

Nice To Haves

Experience as an aerospace mechanic or A&P mechanic.
Three or more years of avionics mechanic experience.

Responsibilities

Follow assembly drawings, specifications, and computer information systems to prepare parts and build subassemblies, modules, and accessories for new gas turbine engines.
Assist with engine test operations and perform component and accessory tests as assigned.
Use overhaul and repair procedures and specifications to perform mechanical work on engines, modules, and related components.
Obtain parts, check them for conformance to assembly requirements, and fit and measure components to ensure dimensions are within specified limits.
Use mechanic’s hand tools, holding fixtures, and specialized assembly equipment to build engine sections and install details.
Maintain equipment and tooling for assigned areas.
Support test operations and assist with testing under direct supervision and specific test schedules.
Assist with co-producer, customer-support, retrofit, and other similar programs; accommodate new engine programs and assist with specification changes.

Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
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
Holidays
Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be available, depending on position level and collective-bargaining coverage; payments are not guaranteed.