Mechanic (Gate 3) - 1st Shift (Onsite)

RTX • Columbus, GA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Join Pratt & Whitney at our Columbus Engine Center, where precision meets purpose. As a Mechanic, you’ll play a critical role in the overhaul, repair, and assembly of advanced jet engines that power commercial and military aircraft around the world. Working in a hands-on, team-driven environment, you’ll apply your mechanical expertise to ensure engines are restored to peak performance, safety, and reliability. This is a 1st Shift position: Monday – Thursday 5:00 am – 3:30 pm

Requirements

• High School diploma or G.E.D. equivalent
• 1+ years’ experience in a mechanic role or appropriate technical training

Nice To Haves

• Aviation engine overhaul and repair experience
• Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) License or Powerplant (P) Certificate
• Hands-on experience in one or more of the following disciplines: Disassembly, Inspection, Assembly, or Turbine Engine Test Operations.
• Familiarity with continuous improvement methodologies such as Lean Six Sigma
• Experience using Microsoft Office applications and SAP

Responsibilities

• Work as a member of a team responsible for turbine engine, engine module, or component maintenance in accordance with published work instructions and approved technical data.
• Utilize common hand tools as well as a wide variety of tooling and fixtures to assemble/disassembly and test a jet engine.
• Ensure all phases of assembly/disassembly as specified by work instructions, comply with required self-inspection or peer inspection of critical processes ensuring adherence to quality standards.
• Monitor and ensure processes meet Safety, Quality and Delivery objectives.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage.
• Short-term and long-term disability, plus parental leave.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent care.
• Employee Assistance Program for personal and professional support.
• Employee Scholar Program with no waiting period.
• Generous paid time off, granted upfront and pro-rated based on start date, including 3 weeks of vacation, 5 personal sick days, 3 unpaid days for unique circumstances (at supervisor discretion), and 12 paid government holidays annually.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED