2nd Shift_ Weld Technician_ Onsite

Prattwhitney; City of Rome (NY); On-site; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

401(k) match

Flexible spending accounts

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

Prattwhitney is seeking a skilled welder for an onsite U.S. role involving advanced welding techniques including electron-beam and MIG/TIG processes. You will prepare parts, inspect quality, and support finishing and coating steps to ensure high-precision assemblies.

The position requires a high school diploma and U.S. citizenship; familiarity with blueprint reading and tooling is preferred. Benefits and an onsite work environment are provided.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent, preferably technical schooling.
• U.S. citizenship required to access program/contract information.

Responsibilities

• Obtains necessary stock, fixtures, tooling and gauging.
• Performs Weld Tech functions pre and post heat for weld operation.
• Applies coating during weld processes.
• Performs polishing on lathe and weld preparation.
• Performs in-process inspection as a certified operator.
• Moves parts to/from within module; cleans machines; general housekeeping.

Skills

MIG welding

TIG welding

Blueprint reading

Hand tools

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Welding equipment

Lathe tooling

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-08-04 Country: United States of America Location: US-NY-ROME-104 ~ 104 Otis St ~ OTIS Position Role Type: Onsite U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract. Security Clearance Type: None/Not Required Security Clearance Status: Not Required

Joining Collins Aerospace isn’t just about finding a job; it’s about embarking on a journey to redefine the future of aerospace technology. Join our team as a skilled welder and play a crucial role in precision manufacturing! In this position, you will utilize advanced electron-beam welding techniques to join parts with exceptional accuracy. You'll also have the opportunity to apply your expertise across a range of welding methods to ensure the integrity and quality of our products. If you have a passion for cutting-edge technology and a commitment to craftsmanship, this is the perfect role for you!

What You Will Do

• Obtains necessary stock, fixtures, tooling and gauging
• Performs Weld Tech functions Pre and post heat parts for weld operation
• Apply coating during weld processes
• Performs necessary polishing on lathe
• Performs all weld preparation
• Performs in-process inspection as a certified operator
• Performs computer transactions
• Moves parts to, from, within module
• Cleans machines
• General housekeeping
• Provides direction to Module Support Tech

Qualifications You Must Have

• Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent, preferably technical school background, and demonstration of basic educational competencies (reading, writing).
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Qualifications We Prefer

• MIG and/or TIG welding
• Blueprint and routing reading and comprehension
• Competent with hand tools and experienced with weld equipment
• Basic computer skills such as log on, data entry and retrieval
• Able to obtain certifications and qualifications required to perform job

Collins Aerospace, a Raytheon Technologies company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio and expertise to solve customers’ toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market. We make modern flight possible for millions of travelers and our military every second. Our major product lines are on-board virtually every aircraft flying. Be it keeping passengers safe with our emergency power generation systems or creating a positive in-flight experience through reliable cabin pressure controls and quieter engines, Power & Controls focuses on delivering a best-in-class experience to our customers. We hire the top people in the industry. Their ideas drive our performance, and our integrity keeps our customers happy. Join us as we take flight!

• Please consider the following role type definitions as you apply for this role. Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products. Regardless of your role type, collaboration and innovation are critical to our business and all employees will have access to digital tools so they can work with colleagues around the world – and access to Collins sites when their work requires in-person meetings.

The hourly rate for this role is $29.03; however, Raytheon Technologies considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills.

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.

Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, 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, and holidays.

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 or not 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.

• medical
• dental
• vision
• 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 depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.

This role is a U.S.-based role.

If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.

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.

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

RTX is an aerospace and defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 195,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.