Assembly and Test Inspector V, 1st Shift (Onsite)

RTX; Florida; On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision & Life

Health Savings Accounts

Short‑term and Long‑term Disability

Employee Scholar Program

Employee Assistance Program

Paid time off

Job summary

RTX is hiring an Assembly and Test Inspector to support PW1100G-JM engine overhaul activities at the WPB facility. You will perform dimensional and visual inspections, functional checks with power tools, and material disposition in accordance with FAA and OEM data.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, 4+ years in a similar function, and U.S. citizenship. SAP and Solumina experience are preferred, with a focus on safety and quality in a fast-paced aerospace environment.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or GED.
• 1+ years of formal training in power‑plant mechanics and testing or 1+ years of automotive training or experience.
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.
• We Prefer A & P License.
• 4+ years in similar function.
• Previous MRO/FAR 145 repair station experience is preferred.
• Formal training in power plant mechanics and testing.
• Well‑rounded knowledge of FAA and aviation standards, jet engine design and operation, jet engine hardware and components, instrumentation installations, engine assembly or test stand experience.
• SAP, Solumina experience.
• Creative troubleshooting skills.
• Possess excellent judgment and professional maturity.

Responsibilities

• Perform receiving inspections and the initial inventory of all accessory components on turbine engines delivered for MRO shop visit.
• Monitor, witness, document and review the inspection, assembly and testing of turbine engines and components, ensuring all requirements are met.
• Participate on special projects with cross-functional teams to review, install or modify equipment and procedures.
• Stay in sync with correct operation, care, use and maintenance of equipment, housekeeping, and safe work practices.
• Visually inspect turbine engine components, subassemblies, rigs and parts for anomalies and damage and ensure openings are covered when required.
• Inspect engines and components for foreign objects and check test stands for surplus parts, hardware or loose debris.
• Perform dimensional and visual inspections and verify measurements.
• Refer variances to higher graded Inspector or Supervisor.
• Conduct audits when required and report findings.
• Inspect components and hardware removed from the engine to determine serviceability per applicable data.
• Review customer requirements, incoming paperwork, SAP, and Solumina for SBs and ADs.
• Make disposition decisions based on SBs and ADs applicability.

Skills

Creative troubleshooting

Attention to detail

Strong judgment

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

Solumina

Job description

Location: US-FL-JUPITER-ADR ~ 17900 Beeline Hwy ~ ADR BLDG. 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.

At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world‑class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world. Pratt & Whitney is a world leader in the design, manufacture and service of aircraft engines and auxiliary power systems and has been revolutionizing modern flight for over 100 years. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense. 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. This is an amazing opportunity to work as an Assembly and Test Inspector in our GTF MRO Commercial Engine Center. 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. Innovation through diversity of thought. At Pratt & Whitney, we believe diversity of thought enables creativity, innovation, and a foundation for inclusion. By fostering an inclusive culture, we accept a shared accountability and responsibility to recognize, sponsor, coach, hire and promote talent equally. We welcome our employees to be their whole best selves at work because trust, respect and integrity, are a part of our DNA. At Pratt & Whitney, the difference you make is on display every day. Just look up. Are you ready to go beyond?

What You Will Do

Use a wide variety of power and mechanical tools to perform functional checks on engine assembly and components. Perform Dimensional and Visual inspections following standardized methods and established techniques. This process may involve surface plate work or standard measuring techniques to verify accuracy of parts, tools, gages, or other equipment. The Inspector will be accepting or rejecting material based on findings. You will be part of the Aftermarket Operations team supporting the overhaul of PW1100G-JM within the WPB facility. Upon transition into the Aftermarket Operations team, it will be a requirement that the selected individual enter, and satisfactorily remain within the FAA covered work pool.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform receiving inspections and perform the initial inventory of all accessory components on turbine engines delivered for MRO shop visit.
• Monitor, witness, document and review the inspection, assembly and testing of turbine engines and components, ensuring all requirements are met.
• Participate on special projects when required, with co‑workers, supervisors, engineers, suppliers, customers and service groups to review, install or modify equipment and procedures, ensuring customer requirements are met.
• Stay in sync with the correct operation, care, use and maintenance of equipment, housekeeping, and safe work practices.
• Visually inspect turbine engine components, subassemblies, rigs and individual parts for anomalies such as errors in paperwork or obvious physical damage, including broken or improper safety wiring, nicks, dents or other damage and ensure that all openings are covered when required.
• Inspect engines and components for foreign objects and check test stands for surplus parts, hardware or loose debris.
• Perform necessary dimensional and visual inspections and verify measurements.
• Recognize and disposition non‑conforming material in accordance with requirements.
• Refer variances to higher graded Inspector or Supervisor.
• Conduct audits when required and report findings.
• Inspect components and hardware removed from the engine to determine serviceability in accordance with the applicable technical data.
• Review customer requirements, incoming paperwork, SAP, and Solumina for applicable Service Bulletins and Airworthiness Directives.
• Make disposition decisions based on the applicability of those SBs and ADs.

What You Will Learn

• Skills, systems, and processes critical to aerospace manufacturing within a state‑of‑the‑art facility.
• Interpretation/Application of tech data to aide in the disassembly and assembly of commercial jet engines.
• Forklift, scissor lift, and other PIV trainings.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or GED.
• 1+ years of formal training in power‑plant mechanics and testing or 1+ years of automotive training or experience.
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.
• We Prefer A & P License.
• 4+ years in similar function.
• Previous MRO/FAR 145 repair station experience is preferred.
• Formal training in power plant mechanics and testing.
• Well‑rounded knowledge of FAA and aviation standards, jet engine design and operation, jet engine hardware and components, instrumentation installations, engine assembly or test stand experience.
• SAP, Solumina experience.
• Creative troubleshooting skills.
• Possess excellent judgment and professional maturity.

What We Offer

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance.
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA).
• Short‑term disability, long‑term disability and New Parent Leave Savings Plan with Company Automatic Contribution and potential for a Company Match.
• Employee Scholar Program (available upon hire date).
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Paid‑Time Off includes: vacation days, sick/personal days, incentive vacation, birthday holiday.

This position is classified as: 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. Hybrid: Employees who are working in Hybrid roles will work regularly both onsite and offsite. Ratio of time working onsite will be determined in partnership with your leader. Remote: Employees who are working in Remote roles will work primarily offsite (from home). If you live within a reasonable commute of an RTX site with other colleagues you interact with, your manager will discuss whether there is a degree of onsite presence associated with this role. Candidates will learn more about role type and current site status throughout the recruiting process. For onsite and hybrid roles, commuting to and from the assigned site is the employee’s personal responsibility. 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. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective‑bargaining agreement. 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.

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 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.