Lead Technician (Onsite)

RTX•East Hartford, CT

4d•Onsite

About The Position

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?

Requirements

Requires an AA/AS degree (or other 2-year post high school training) with a minimum of 8 years experience in a metallurgical laboratory environment.
Experience cutting, mounting, polishing, and etching metallographic samples, as well as the subsequent evaluation of microstructures.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience preparing and evaluating aerospace materials (nickel and cobalt based superalloys, titanium alloys, composite materials).
Prior experience with PWA specifications and evaluations to MCL Manual Sections.
Prior experience using image analysis.
Prior experience with advanced microscopy (e.g. electron microscopy and EDS analysis).
Proficiency with Office365 applications.
Demonstrated ability to understand and work to specialty laboratory procedures and work instructions.

Responsibilities

Preparation of metallurgical specimens from various parts and materials in support of source approval activities (Aftermarket, and OEM as needed).
Evaluation, characterization, and documentation of materials, microstructures, and conditions resulting from common repair process, particularly coating, joining (welding and brazing), conventional machining, surface enhancement, adhesive bonding, and organic material processing.
Development/maintenance of proficiency in the use of equipment such as cut-off tools and machines, metallographic mounting presses, and polishing equipment.
Handling chemical reagents required to prepare metallurgical specimens for microstructural analyses.
Assisting RSA and ESA engineers in coordinating specimen machining and testing.
Managing sample/part logistics (e.g. shipping) and ordering for the team.