Assembly Technician - 2nd Shift (Onsite)

Pratt & Whitney

Middletown (CT)

On-site

USD 65,000 - 80,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k) match

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

Pratt & Whitney in Middletown, CT, is seeking an experienced aerospace mechanic for 2nd shift. You will follow assembly drawings to build engine subassemblies, support test operations, and perform overhauls in a high-precision environment.

The role requires a High School Diploma or equivalent with A&P training or related certification, plus 5+ years of heavy automotive or aerospace experience. Onsite work with comprehensive benefits and shift schedule.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or Equivalent and formal training in a specialized field achieving A&P license or equivalent OR 4 years of technical high school including technical post high school certification and 5+ years of heavy automotive experience.

Responsibilities

Follow assembly drawings/specifications and computer information systems to prepare parts and build subassemblies, modules and accessories for new gas turbine engines; assist with engine test operations and component tests.
Overhaul and repair engines, modules and related components per procedures and specs.
Obtain parts, check conformance to assembly requirements and measure components to ensure proper fit and dimensional limits.
Use hand tools, fixtures, and assembly equipment to build engine sections and install details; maintain tooling for assigned areas.
Provide support for test operations and assist with testing under supervision and schedules.
Assist with co-producer, customer support or retrofit projects and adapt to new engine programs and specification changes.

Skills

5+ years heavy automotive experience

A&P license or equivalent

Aerospace/mechanical experience

Avionics mechanic experience

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Technical post high school certification

A&P license or equivalent

Job description

Location

US-CT-MIDDLETOWN-220A ~ Aircraft Rd ~ BLDG 220A

Date Posted

2026-10-06

Country

United States of America

Location

US-CT-MIDDLETOWN-220A ~ Aircraft Rd ~ BLDG 220A

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

Company Overview

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

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.

Shift

This position is for 2nd shift. Hours are Monday - Friday 3:12pm - 11:59pm.

What You Will Do

Under direction of leader/supervisor, follow assembly drawings and/or specifications and computer information systems to prepare parts and build subassemblies, modules and accessories for new gas turbine engines where tooling and process methods are established. Perform similar duties assisting with engine test operations and performing component and accessory tests as assigned.
Use overhaul and repair procedures and specifications to perform the mechanical work to overhaul engines, modules and related components.
Obtain parts, check details for conformance to assembly requirements and fit and measure components to assure overall dimensions are within limits specified.
Use mechanic’s hand tools, holding fixtures, and specialized assembly equipment to build engine sections and perform installation of details and maintain equipment and tooling for assigned areas.
Provide related support for test operations and assist with testing under direct supervision and specific test schedules.
Perform similar duties to assist with co-producer, customer support or other similar programs, retrofit projects and to accommodate new engine programs and assist with changes in specifications.

Qualifications You Must Have

High School Diploma or Equivalent & formal training in a specialized field achieving A&P license or equivalent OR 4 years of technical high school including technical post high school certification and 5+ years of heavy automotive experience.

Qualifications We Prefer

Experience as an aerospace mechanic or A&P mechanic preferred.
3 + years avionics mechanic experience.

In compliance with the collective bargaining agreement, priority consideration is given to candidates who are INTERNAL (and recall) to the Pratt & Whitney IAM Bargaining Unit members of District Lodge 26 and Affiliated Locals 700 and 1746 (Connecticut Operations).

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.