SkillBridge: Assembly Technician

RTX•Middletown, CT

3d•Onsite

About The Position

This SkillBridge opportunity is with Pratt & Whitney. RTX is a provider of SkillBridge Fellowship opportunities for transitioning service members to gain an in-depth understanding of the aerospace and defense business from some of the most respected leaders and engineers in the industry. SkillBridge fellows will not be eligible for any compensation during their fellowship, as they will continue to receive all military pay and benefits. Upon successful completion of this fellowship, you will be well prepared and encouraged to apply for open positions listed on our careers page. 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. IAW DoDI 1322.29, as a SkillBridge participant, you will not be an RTX employee and will remain under the administrative control of your military chain of command. Therefore, you will not receive any form of compensation for your work. Additionally, any type of benefits that the company offers its regular employees such as, but not limited to, health benefits, holiday pay, vacation pay, sick leave, and retirement benefits, will not be available to SkillBridge participants. 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.

Requirements

Must be eligible to participate in DoW SkillBridge
High School Diploma or Equivalent
Military Aviation Powerplant, Airframes, or Avionics Technical Training

Nice To Haves

F135 / F100 Jet Engine Mechanic
F139 Jet Engine Mechanic
Jet Engine experience
Airframe, Avionics, Flight Line experience
Ability to obtain Security Clearance

Responsibilities

Under direction of leader/supervisor, follow assembly drawings and/or specifications and computer information systems to prepare parts and build subassemblies, modules and accessories for new gas turbine engines where tooling and process methods are established.
Perform similar duties assisting with engine test operations and performing component and accessory tests as assigned.
Use overhaul and repair procedures and specifications to perform the mechanical work to overhaul engines, modules and related components.
Obtain parts, check details for conformance to assembly requirements and fit and measure components to assure overall dimensions are within limits specified.
Use mechanic’s hand tools, holding fixtures, and specialized assembly equipment to build engine sections and perform installation of details and maintain equipment and tooling for assigned areas.
Provide related support for test operations and assist with testing under direct supervision and specific test schedules.
Perform similar duties to assist with co-producer, customer support or other similar programs, retrofit projects and to accommodate new engine programs and assist with changes in specifications.