Detail Inspector (2nd Shift)(Onsite)

RTX; Bridgeport (CT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) match

Paid time off

Job summary

RTX is seeking a Detail Inspector to inspect engine components after disassembly, ensuring quality standards are exceeded for the next overhaul phase. The role operates on our 2nd shift (Mon-Thu, 3:30pm-1:30am) with training on 1st shift.

Candidates must read and follow drawings and service bulletins and maintain EH&S compliance. Strong attention to detail, ability to manage priorities, and independent work are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Inspect engine parts for serviceability using precision gauges.
• Follow drawings, service bulletins, and manuals to plan inspections.
• Document inspection results and identify deviations.
• Operate data entry to record results and maintain records.
• Work second shift 3:30pm–1:30am; training on first shift.

Skills

Attention to detail

Safety & compliance

Time management

Independent work

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Precision measuring instruments

Gauges

Job description

Date Posted:

2026-08-24

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-WV-BRIDGEPORT-1525 ~ 1525 Midway Park Rd ~ MIDWAY BLDG A

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 Detail Inspector plays a key role in supporting P&W’s business lines by ensuring engine components are thoroughly examined and inspected after disassembly. This role ensures quality standards are exceeded so that the next phase of overhaul can be completed on the shop floor. The person selected for this position will work on our 2nd shift, which is Monday-Thursday from 3:30pm-1:30am. Training will be done on 1st shift and once completed you will move to the 2nd shift.

To excel in this role, you will need to be someone with a keen attention to detail and be able to prioritize safety and compliance to ensure P&W standards are met. You must have the ability to adjust and manage priorities, have good time management skills, work independently, and adhere to all EH&S policies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform a wide variety of visual and dimensional inspection operations to inspect parts from a variety of gas turbine engines to ensure serviceability and conformance to specifications.
• Work from general instructions and specifications such as drawings, service bulletins, repair requests, overhaul manuals and other technical publications to plan and perform a wide range of inspection operations.
• Perform visual and dimensional inspection operations to check parts for dimensional deviations, missing details, mutilation, excessive wear, scoring, pitting, cracks, and other surface irregularities.
• Use a variety of precision measuring instruments and gauges to perform various dimensional checks such as concentricity, squareness, parallelism, and angular dimensions.
• Check parts for conformance to latest standards and for proper identification markings.
• Note deviations from specified tolerances and requirements. Inspect, test, and call up repairs of a variety of engine components and be familiar with the repair limits of subassemblies.
• Prepare various inspection records noting condition of parts and determine rework or replacement of parts.
• Report abnormal condition or recurring failure of parts to meet inspection requirements to supervisor.
• Plan sequence of operations for rework and repair and select best suited tooling. Operate data entry terminal and printer to input and retrieve information required to perform job duties.
• Supply technical guidance and assist others to overcome technical difficulties. Assist in the training of less senior employees. Comply with all company work rules, follow safe work practices and procedures established to protect the environment, and report to supervisor all unsafe acts, hazardous conditions, and conditions which impact or have the potential to impact the environment.
• Responsible for reading, understanding, and complying with RTX’s Code of Ethics, including the obligation to report actual and suspected violations of the code.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• 2+ years specialized training in maintenance, assembly or test of gas turbine engines or similar aircraft systems.
• Prior experience working on or inspecting Turbofan engines.
• Post High School trades training preferred
• Knowledge of aircraft engine assembly procedures including fits and tolerances, use of precision measuring instruments and gauges, hand tools, special assembly equipment and the ability to work from complicated drawings and specifications.
• Must possess normal dexterity and able to lift and move heavy items.

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.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attendselect 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 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.

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