Machinist

Pratt & Whitney; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 71,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Global leader in aerospace

Innovative engine technology

Education and leadership programs

Retirement savings and pension

Wellness and employee support programs

Job summary

Pratt & Whitney Canada is seeking skilled machinists to set up and operate diverse machine tools for gas turbine engine components. You will perform high-precision fabrication, select appropriate tooling and speeds, and ensure quality through careful inspection and adjustments.

Ideal candidates have CNC programming experience, the ability to read complex drawings, and are comfortable with multiple shifts including weekends. CGP/ITAR clearance is required.

Qualifications

• Licensed Machinist or Tool & Die Maker with CNC programming experience.
• Ability to read and understand complex drawings.
• Experience operating manual and CNC machines safely.
• Knowledge of Mastercam is an asset.
• Willing to work various shifts including weekends and occasional overtime.
• Proficiency with computer tools (PowerPoint/Excel/Word, SAP).
• Must be cleared for CGP and ITAR.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate a variety of machine tools (Jig bore, Mills, Grinders, Lathes, CNC centers).
• Perform complex fabrication and repair work for gas turbine engine components.
• Select tools and determine feeds and speeds; finish parts as required.
• Load and locate parts; control machine operations for precision machining.
• Modify tools/attachments and maintain tooling and benches.
• Maintain housekeeping and clean tooling and benches.
• Analyze tooling issues and recommend modifications.

Skills

CNC programming

Read complex drawings

Machinist experience

ITAR clearance

Powerpoint/Excel/Word

Education

Red Seal Certification

CNC Machinist Certification

Tools

PowerPoint

Excel

Word

SAP

Job description

Location

CA-ON-MISSISSAUGA-P22M01 ~ 1801 Courtney Park Dr ~ P22M01 BLDG

Date Posted

2026-10-28

Country

Canada

Location

CA-ON-MISSISSAUGA-P22M01 ~ 1801 Courtney Park Dr ~ P22M01 BLDG

Position Role Type

Onsite

Pratt & Whitney Canada (P&WC) is a global leader in aerospace innovation, proudly headquartered in Longueuil, Quebec, since 1928. We design and manufacture next-generation aircraft engines that power the world’s largest fleet of business, general aviation, and regional aircraft and helicopters.

For now 100 years, our teams have been at the forefront of propulsion technology, pushing boundaries to make flight more efficient and reliable. Our engines support missions that truly matter, from transporting people and essential goods, to enabling emergency medical services, humanitarian operations, and wildfire suppression around the world.

An Employer of Choice

Pratt & Whitney Canada was named one of Canada’s Best Employers for 2026 by Forbes, marking the 11th consecutive year the company has earned this recognition. Pratt & Whitney Canada also ranked #1 employer in the aerospace and defense industry in the country. In addition, our headquarters continues to be recognized among the top employers in the Montreal region. Together, these distinctions reinforce our reputation as an employer of choice in Montreal, across Canada, and around the world.

What we offer?

• A renowned, global company
• Innovative, state-of-the-art products and technology: next-generation aircraft and helicopter engines (PW800, PT6E-series, F135, etc.)
• Development of green and sustainable technologies
• Career development and education programs
• Leadership training programs and mentoring
• Range of employee benefits, savings plan and pension plan
• Recognized environmental, health and safety practices
• Corporate health and wellness programs and employee resource groups
• Assistance program for parental leave

What you need to be successful?

• Licensed Machinist or Tool & Die Maker or equivalent years of experience including CNC programming (Red Seal, Certificate of Quality COQ, 429a, 430a)
• Be able read and understand complex drawings
• Be able to operate a wide range of manual and CNC machines in a safe manner
• Knowledge of Mastercam an asset
• Must be able to work various shifts including weekends and support occasional overtime, must be willing to support the business occasionally on call
• Computer Skills (Powerpoint/Excel/Word, SAP, etc.)
• Must be able to be cleared for CGP and ITAR

What your day to day will look like?

• Sets up and operates a variety of machine tools, such as Jig bore, Universal Mills and Grinders, Vertical Turret Lathes and Engine Lathes, CNC machining centers
• Perform highly complex fabrication and repair work required in the manufacture of parts and components related to experimental and production gas turbine engines
• Selects tools, grinding wheels rates of feed and cutting speeds for metal being machined and finish as required
• Loads and locates parts, sets machine controls and performs precision machining operations, such as boring, counter boring, grinding, turning, facing and milling on a variety of parts and components related to gas turbine engines
• Modifies existing tools and holding devises and adapts machine attachments
• Performs adequate housekeeping duties; cleans and maintains special tooling, work benches, etc.
• Analyzes problems with tooling and parts which fail to meet specification requirements and make recommendations for modifications

The salary range for this role is from $70,670 to $115,240 CAD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills. RTX offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical and dental coverage, disability benefits, a retirement savings program, and tuition assistance through RTX’s Employee Scholar Program.

RTX offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical and dental coverage, disability benefits, a retirement savings program, and tuition assistance through RTX’s Employee Scholar Program. Eligibility for specific benefits is based on factors such as position level, employment type (e.g., temporary or permanent), and business unit, and will be discussed during the hiring process. Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance. This job posting is for an existing position vacancy.

RTX adheres to the principles of equal employment. All qualified applications will be given careful consideration without regard to ethnicity, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation or identity, national origin, age disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.