CNC Machinist - 2nd Shift (Onsite)

RTX (Raytheon); Columbus (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Flexible Spending Accounts

Job summary

Pratt & Whitney, part of RTX, invites applications for an onsite Machinist position at the Columbus Forge team. You will set up, operate, and troubleshoot CNC machines to produce precision aerospace components.

Responsibilities include reading engineering drawings, inspecting parts, and maintaining equipment. Join a high-performance manufacturing environment with strong emphasis on quality and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Experience reading blueprints, schematics, and manuals is preferred.
• Experience with CNC machining and retooling is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and monitor CNC machines, lathes, and other machining equipment to manufacture precision aerospace components.
• Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, specifications, and shop orders to determine machining requirements and select appropriate tooling.
• Perform dimensional inspections using precision measuring instruments to verify product quality and ensure specifications and tolerances.
• Troubleshoot machine and process issues, perform routine equipment inspections, and support preventive maintenance to maximize uptime.
• Collect production data and collaborate with team members to support operational performance and continuous improvement.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Troubleshooting

Quality control

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

CNC machines (Okuma/Fanuc 4-Axis turning lathes)

Blueprint / schematics reading

Microsoft Office

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-10-15

Country: United States of America

Location: US-GA-MIDLAND-MPC ~ 8801/8987 Macon Rd ~ BLDG MPC

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 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.

Job Summary

At Pratt & Whitney, we believe powered flight has transformed-and will continue to transform-the world. Join our Columbus Forge team and help manufacture critical components that power some of the world's most advanced aircraft engines. As a Machinist, you will play a key role in producing precision aerospace components by setting up, operating, and troubleshooting CNC machining equipment in a high-performance manufacturing environment.

What You Will Do

• Set up, operate, and monitor CNC machines, lathes, and other machining equipment to manufacture precision aerospace components.
• Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, specifications, and shop orders to determine machining requirements and select appropriate tooling.
• Perform dimensional inspections using precision measuring instruments to verify product quality and ensure compliance with specifications and tolerances.
• Troubleshoot machine and process issues, perform routine equipment inspections, and support preventive maintenance activities to maximize uptime and productivity.
• Collect production data and collaborate with team members to support operational performance, continuous improvement, and production goals.
• Follow all safety, environmental, quality, and 6S standards while maintaining a clean, organized, and efficient work environment.

Qualifications You Must Have

• High School Diploma or GED

Qualifications We Prefer

• CNC machining experience with Okuma and/or Fanuc controlled 4-Axis turning lathes
• Machining technical training, military training experience, or completion of Certified Manufacturing Specialist Program
• Experience with retooling, minor maintenance, changeovers, and first article inspection in a CNC Machinist role
• Experience reading blueprints, schematics, and manuals
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite Products

What We Offer

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage.
• Short-term and long-term disability, plus parental leave.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent care.
• Employee Assistance Program for personal and professional support.
• Employee Scholar Program with no waiting period.
• Generous paid time off includes 3 weeks of vacation, 5 personal sick days, and 12 paid government holidays.

What is my role type?

In addition to transforming the future of flight, we are also transforming how and where we work. We've introduced role types to help you understand how you will operate in our blended work environment. This role is:

Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance workers, as they are essential to the development of our engines.

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 positi