F117 Gate 3 Mechanic (Onsite)

Pratt & Whitney; Columbus (GA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision and life insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off including vacation and sick days

Job summary

Pratt & Whitney, a leader in aerospace manufacturing, is looking for an aircraft mechanic. This role involves maintaining aircraft engines to meet FAA standards through routine checks and repairs. Candidates must possess a HS Diploma or GED and U.S. citizenship. In addition, experience in engine overhaul and familiarity with SAP are preferred.

The position offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Requires HS Diploma or GED.
• U.S. citizenship is mandatory for accessing sensitive information.

Responsibilities

• Disassemble and assemble aircraft engines and modules.
• Clean engine parts and components.
• Perform visual checks to assess part conditions.
• Comply with EH&S and continuous improvement programs.
• Manage tools and ensure serviceability.

Skills

Engine disassembly/assembly

Cleaning engine parts

Visual inspection techniques

Tool management

Education

HS Diploma or GED

U.S. Citizenship

Tools

SAP familiarity

Microsoft Office

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-06-30

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'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.

What You Will Do

An aircraft mechanic maintains the engines of aircrafts to meet FAA standards. This job involves tasks such as performing routine checks and repairs, keeping records of inventory, and identifying faults with components of the plane.

This is a 1st shift opportunity

Responsibilities

• Engine disassembly/assembly - Perform mechanic duties to disassemble and assemble engines, engine modules and accessories.
• Clean - Perform cleaning of engine parts and components.
• Perform visual checks to assess minimal part condition for continued use where applicable. Understand the basic inspection techniques as a part of a career development path.
• Demonstrate commitment to the EH&S and continuous improvement programs by complying with all policies and procedures, completing all required training, and supporting all applicable committee activities.
• Ability to manage tools and tooling to ensure serviceability before and after use and process appropriately when issues arise.

Qualifications You Must Have

• HS Diploma or GED
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Qualifications We Prefer

• A\'P License or two years aviation, aerospace and/or previous mechanical experience.
• Turbine engine overhaul, and repair experience preferred in one or more of the following disciplines: Disassembly, Assembly.
• SAP familiarity
• Experience Microsoft Office

What We Offer

• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• Short-term disability, long-term disability and parental leave
• 401(k) match
• Flexible spending accounts
• Employee assistance program
• Employee Scholar Program (No waiting period!)
• Paid time off including: 3 weeks of vacation, 5 personal sick days, 3 unpaid days for unique situations at supervisor discretion, and 12 paid government holidays throughout the year

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.