Electrical Assembler I - 1st Shift

Prattwhitney; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Three weeks of vacation

401(k) retirement plan with matching

Tuition reimbursement

Student Loan Repayment Program

Life insurance and disability coverage

Employee assistance program

Wellness incentives

Job summary

Pratt & Whitney in Melbourne, FL is seeking an Electrical Assembler to follow blueprints and assemble electronics for aircraft systems. You will solder, install hardware, apply post coating, and inspect your work to meet strict workmanship and engineering standards.

Onsite role with shift 5:00AM-3:30PM, Monday-Thursday. You will contribute to cost reduction and continuous improvement while maintaining a clean, safe workspace and reporting progress to your lead or supervisor. Training provided.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED or technical training required.
• Ability to read and interpret schematics or technical drawings.
• U.S. Person status required per job posting.

Responsibilities

• Soldering, hardware installation, and post coating as required.
• Inspect own work to ensure quality and adherence to specs.
• Maintain materials and work area in clean, safe condition.
• Report progress to lead or supervisor and support department objectives.

Skills

Soldering

Hardware installation

Post coating

Attention to detail

Reading schematics

Education

HS Diploma

GED considered

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-10-07 Country: United States of America Location: US-FL-MELBOURNE-311 ~ 1100 W Hibiscus Blvd ~ BLDG 311 Position Role Type: Onsite U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: This job requires a U.S. Person. A U.S. Person is a lawful permanent resident as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) or who is a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, U.S. permanent residents, or individuals granted refugee or asylee status in the U.S. are considered U.S. persons. For a complete definition of “U.S. Person” go here: https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-22/chapter-I/subchapter-M/part-120/subpart-C/section-120.62. Security Clearance Type: None/Not Required Security Clearance Status: Not Required

Electrical Assemblers assemble electronics according to product specifications. Follows blueprints to put together electronic devices, tools, and products using hand & power tools and other assembly equipment.

What You Will Do

Once properly trained and/or certified, perform specific tasks including but not limited to, soldering, hardware installation, post coating. Under close supervision, inspects own work performed to ensure a quality product which conforms to workmanship standards, engineering requirements and design specifications. Perform in accordance with productivity expectations to meet customer deadlines. Comply with all rules and regulations of Raytheon Technologies, including, but not limited to: Environmental Health and Safety, Ethics and Compliance, Quality, and attendance requirements. Participate in cost reduction plans and continuous improvement plans/events, as required. Participate in audits. Acquire applicable skill/knowledge/certifications and complete trainings as required. Maintain materials, equipment, and work area in a clean and orderly condition. Report to lead or supervisor on work progress and updates. Complete assigned tasks, not specifically listed, within the scope and skill level of this job description in support of department objectives and to develop individual skills. Must be able to pass a soldering assessment after training course provided. Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires HS Diploma (or equivalent, e.g. G.E.D. in the US) or vocational/technical education in related discipline.
• U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, permanent resident, refugee or asylee) or eligible to obtain necessary export authorizations required.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Career Readiness Certification (CRC) strongly preferred.
• The ability to interpret schematics and/or technical drawings
• The ability to successfully complete training modules associated with job grade.
• The ability to follow assembly instruction.
• The ability to effectively work in an environment requiring repetitive job responsibilities.
• The ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• The ability to understand end uses of products being built.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Attention to detail in order to ensure safety and quality.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to multi-task.
• The ability to work in a team to support work capacity in a fast-paced environment.
• Intermediate computer skills in terms of typing, navigating screens and learning new software programs.
• Demonstrated analytical skills and problem-solving abilities.
• The ability to take direction from more experienced coworkers, leads and supervisors.
• Ability to be standing for 10+ hours.
• Overtime eligible

What We Offer

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
• Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Optional coverages you can buy: pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
• Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
• Adoption Assistance Autism Benefit
• Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
• Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program
• Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits
• Bright Horizons, child and elder care services
• Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program
• And more!

Hours: This position is on 1st shift (5:00AM-3:30PM); Monday-Thursday

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.

Avionics delivers advanced cockpit displays, vision systems, and comprehensive digital solutions for global government, commercial and business aviation customers. We provide connectivity and managed data services to ensure safety and seamless communication for passengers, crews, and militaries, from aircraft and airports to air traffic management.

Join us in creating solutions that connect the world, one flight at a time.

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.

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.

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 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.