3rd Shift_ Machinist V_ Onsite

Prattwhitney; United States; On-site; USD 54,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Three weeks of vacation

401(k) plan with employer matching

Tuition reimbursement

Student Loan Repayment Program

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Flexible spending accounts

Paid time off and holidays

Overtime opportunities

Employee assistance program

Job summary

RTX is seeking an experienced CNC machinist to produce precision parts across CNC and manual machines. You will interpret blueprints and GD&T, select tooling, and perform setups with a focus on quality and safety. The role requires strong communication and mentoring skills to support continuous improvement.

Expect 3rd shift operations, with training during early weeks, and potential overtime. A solid background with 6+ years in CNC machining and relevant certifications is preferred.

Qualifications

• High-school diploma or GED in the United States.
• Certification in core discipline with 4–5 months of employment.
• Experience with moderate to difficult programs in the primary discipline.
• Strong communication across disciplines and staff.
• Critical-thinking and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Produce machine parts by programming, assembling, and operating CNC or manual machines.
• Interpret blueprints, orders, plans, GD&T to determine requirements.
• Assemble, repair, and fabricate metal parts into sub-units or units.
• Take measurements and select appropriate machines.
• Perform machining setups and make adjustments as needed.
• Inspect work and check SPC charts for quality control.
• Keep records and maintain quality and safety standards.
• Follow EHS, QA, and CI guidelines; exhibit RTX leadership behaviors.
• Perform additional duties, including overtime as required.

Skills

Strong communication

Critical-thinking

Mentoring

Self-motivation

Prioritization

Team collaboration

Quality awareness

Education

High-school diploma or GED

Certification in core discipline

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

What You Will Do

Produce machine parts by programming, assembling, and operating computer numerical control (CNC) or manual machines (lathes, mills, grinders, and other specialized CNC and manual machines).

• Interpret blueprints, work orders, engineering plans, specifications, reference planes, design sketches, and geometric dimensions and tolerances (GD&T) to determine operation, material, and dimensional requirements.
• Assemble, repair, and fabricate metal parts into sub‑units or complete units using mechanical equipment.
• Takes measurements of material and selects appropriate machines for the process.
• Perform machining setups and make adjustments as required.
• Conduct inspections of work produced and check SPC charts for frequency of checks, gauging and measurements.
• Keep records and maintain quality and safety standards.
• Exhibit RTX Leadership Behaviors and Values.
• Support and follow all rules, guidelines, and standards set by EHS, Quality, and CI functions as assigned.
• Perform additional duties as assigned, including extended shifts or overtime as required by the business.

Machine shop shift: 3rd shift, Monday through Friday, 10:00 PM - 6:00 AM. Training occurs Monday through Friday, 6:00 AM - 2:00 PM for the first 3-6 months.

Qualifications

• High‑school diploma or equivalent (e.g., GED) in the United States.
• Minimum of 6 years of relevant experience operating CNC machining centers.
• Certification in core discipline with 4–5 months of employment.
• Experience with moderate to difficult programs in the primary discipline and several moderate programs in additional disciplines.
• Strong communication skills across disciplines and with all levels of staff.
• Critical‑thinking ability using logic and reasoning to identify strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions.
• Self‑stimulation to prioritize, organize, and accomplish daily goals, often with little or no supervision.
• Training and mentoring skills, respected by peers for hard work and ethics.
• Moderate proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• General awareness of production processes, quality control, and manufacturing techniques.
• Working knowledge of continuous improvement tools and processes, manufacturing machines, and tools, including their design, use, repair, and maintenance.
• Considered a technical expert in at least one discipline.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to work on multiple complex programs in the primary discipline.
• Strong ability to communicate with all levels of employees and management.

What We Offer

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees.
• Generous 401(k) plan with employer matching funds and a separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Student Loan Repayment Program.
• Life insurance and disability coverage.
• Optional coverages you can purchase: pet insurance; home and auto insurance; additional life and accident insurance; critical illness insurance; group legal; ID theft protection.
• Birth, adoption, and parental leave benefits.
• Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning support.
• Adoption Assistance.
• Autism Benefit.
• Employee Assistance Plan with up to 10 free counseling sessions.
• Healthy You Incentives and wellness rewards program.
• Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits.
• Bright Horizons child and elder care services.
• Teladoc Medical Experts second‑opinion program.
• $1,000 sign‑on bonus for external candidates.
• Additional benefits – medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, parent leave, paid time off, and holidays (specific benefits depend on the business unit).

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, 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.