Assembly Technician C - 2nd Shift (Onsite)

Prattwhitney; Middletown (CT); On-site; USD 49,000 - 69,000; 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

Flexible work schedules

Employee Scholar Program

Parental leave

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

RTX is seeking an experienced aircraft mechanic for a 2nd shift in Middletown, CT. You will build and disassemble gas turbine engines, modules, and accessories, following SOPs and engineering bulletins. Strong attention to dimensional accuracy and tool calibration is required.

Qualifications include A&P license or equivalent and 2+ years in aviation mechanics or related training; U.S. citizenship is required. Benefits and security clearances may apply.

Qualifications

• Formal training in a specialized field achieving A&P license or equivalent.
• Technical experience in the Aerospace industry.
• High School Diploma or Equivalent with 2+ years’ aviation mechanic experience or ASE/military training.

Responsibilities

• Follow work instructions to assemble/disassemble engines, modules and accessories.
• Interpret SOPs to ensure compliance with technical standards.
• Use precision measuring tools to verify dimensions and quality.

Skills

Aerospace industry experience

A&P training / ASE certification

Education

A&P license or equivalent

High School Diploma or equivalent + 2+ years aviation mechanic experience / ASE

Tools

Microsoft Office

SAP systems

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-11-06 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

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.

This position is for 2nd shift. Hours are Monday - Friday 3:24pm - 11:54pm. The starting salary for this role is $42.68/hr. 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.

FUNCTION:

Perform the work necessary to build and/or disassemble a variety of production, experimental and overhaul gas turbine engines, modules, subassemblies and accessories. Follow specified work instructions including operation sheets, blueprints, computer generated work instructions, assembly drawings and engineering bulletins to ensure compliance with requirements.

What You Will Do :

• Under the direction of leader/supervisor follow specified work instructions to select, set up and use appropriate hand, power, and specialized assembly/disassembly tooling and fixtures to perform various tasks in support of departmental goals.
• Interpret and follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to ensure consistency and compliance with technical standards.
• Use precision measuring instruments and gages to check and calculate assembly dimensions as required by assembly instructions.
• Make adjustments to tools and equipment as necessary to perform the work and to meet process requirements.
• Visually check parts, subassemblies and engine sections for proper identification, overall condition, and proper installation of details.
• Check build records for correctness and completeness; enter required data on engine history record sheets and/or computer systems.
• Perform the mechanical duties necessary to assist on co-producer, customer support and retrofit projects to accommodate engineering changes.
• Assist others responsible to identify problem areas and recommend corrective actions to expedite the resolution of assembly or tooling problems.
• Utilize established methods and procedures to perform visual and dimensional inspection to verify the proper assembly of modules and sub-assemblies.
• Perform bench inspection of overhaul detail parts to identify nonconformance.
• Coordinate parts for processing through overhaul or repair operations.
• Perform SAP transactions, including updating tooling requests as required.
• Participate in EH&S programs, continuous improvement initiatives, and maintain high standards of ethics and compliance.
• Required to train to obtain and maintain licenses, operator permits and certifications as required for assigned tasks.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Security Clearance.

Qualifications

You Must Have:

• Formal training in a specialized field achieving A&P license or equivalent.
• Technical experience in the Aerospace industry.
• High School Diploma or Equivalent 2+ years’ experience in aviation mechanic role or appropriate technical training (ASE certification or military equivalent).

Qualifications We Prefer:

• 2+ years’ experience as an aerospace mechanic or A&P mechanic preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and SAP systems.

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.

• 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

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 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.

Privacy Policy and Terms: Click on this link to read the Policy and Terms 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.