Columbus Forge Ultrasonic NDT SME (Onsite)

Pratt & Whitney; Columbus (GA); On-site; USD 108,000 - 205,000; 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

Pratt & Whitney, a leader in aerospace propulsion, seeks an Ultrasonic NDT Subject Matter Expert for the Columbus Forge unit. You will support audits, provide technical guidance, and drive process improvements across inspection systems.

Role requires extensive NDT experience in aerospace, including immersion ultrasonic methods, etch, and FPI, with a strong background in QA and training. Onsite role with a competitive salary and benefits package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree and/or equivalent experience with minimum 8 years NDT experience, or an Advanced Degree with minimum 5 years NDT experience.
• Detailed knowledge of NDT process and procedures in the aerospace industry.

Responsibilities

• Support NDT audits and certifications, provide technical guidance and training.
• Perform inspection system oversight and drive process improvements.
• Collaborate with production, engineering, and operations in Columbus Forge NDT team.

Skills

NDT expertise

Aerospace industry knowledge

Technical training & auditing

Root cause analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Advanced degree in related field

Tools

NX

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-10-13

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.

What You Will Do:

• The Quality and Process Engineering (Q&PE) organization is looking for Ultrasonic (UT) Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) Subject Matter Experts who will work in the Columbus Forge business unit to support production, integrate with Engineering and Ops, and develop/continuously improve our NDT processes and systems.
• As a member of the Q&PE Columbus Forge NDT team, you will support NDT audits and certifications, provide technical guidance and training, perform inspection system oversight, and drive process improvements.
• Specific NDT proficiencies being considered are: Immersion Ultrasonic, specifically longitudinal and shear wave immersion disk inspection, Etch, and FPI.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Bachelor’s Degree and/or equivalent experience and minimum 8 years NDT experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years experience.
• Detailed knowledge of NDT process and procedures in the aerospace industry.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Current P&W Level 3 certification or ability to gain P&W Level 3 certification.
• Experience with training, personnel testing and auditing NDT systems.
• Experience that includes a background in fully automated inspection systems i.e. IRT ScanMaster and/or Matec Aragorn.
• Knowledge of aerospace manufacturing operations and engineering.
• Knowledge and experience with root cause and process control tools.
• Project Management and Operations Leadership experience.
• Experience with NX, SAP, and Microsoft suite.

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 employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.

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.

The salary range for this role is 107,500 USD - 204,500 USD. 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.

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 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.