Inspector - 2nd Shift (Onsite)

Prattwhitney; East Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

401(k) match

Flexible schedules

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

Pratt & Whitney in East Hartford, CT, seeks a qualified inspector to perform dimensional and visual inspections on turbine airfoils and related components on site. You will assess material acceptance, transport parts, and follow established procedures to ensure quality as part of FAA-regulated operations.

Candidates need a high school diploma and at least 2 years of aircraft trades/inspection experience. The role includes maintaining logs and supporting routine preventative tasks in a

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years of aircraft trades training or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 2 years of work experience in aircraft engine construction, operation and related inspection methods.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic dimensional and visual inspection of production turbine airfoils and other equipment using specified methods and techniques.
• Accept or reject material based on findings.
• Transport parts, raw material and fixtures.
• Plan and perform dimensional, visual, and water and airflow inspections on turbine airfoils.
• Utilize standard measuring techniques and inspection equipment to verify accuracy of parts and accept or reject based on findings.
• Follow proper procedures to perform in-line checks and verification of dimensions and ensure operation sheets are followed.
• Recognize need and arrange for repair or replacement of equipment used in performing the work as necessary.
• Complete logs, quality assurance forms and other records as necessary.
• Perform routine servicing throughout the assigned area following specified procedures and written instructions such as inspector’s check list for upkeep.

Skills

Dimensional inspection

Visual inspection

Material inspection

Inspecting equipment

Documentation

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Measuring equipment

Inspection procedures

Job description

Job Details

• Date Posted: 2026-09-02


• Country: United States of America


• Location: US-CT-EAST HARTFORD-M ~ 400 Main St ~ BLDG M


• 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

Company Summary

Pratt & Whitney is working to once again transform the future of flight—designing, building and servicing engines unlike any the world has ever seen. And because transformation begins from within, we’re seeking the people to drive it. So, calling all curious. Come ready to explore and you’ll find a place where your talent takes flight—beyond the borders of title, a country or your comfort zone. Bring your passion and commitment and we’ll welcome you into a tight-knit team that takes our mission personally. Channel your drive to make a difference into shaping an organization and an industry that’s evolving fast to the future. At Pratt & Whitney, the difference you make is on display every day. Just look up. Are you ready to go beyond?

What You Will Do

• Perform basic dimensional and visual inspection of production turbine airfoils and other equipment using specified methods and techniques.


• Accept or reject material based on findings.


• Transport parts, raw material and fixtures.


• Work from established written inspection procedures, drawings and other pertinent instructions to plan and perform dimensional, visual, and water and airflow inspections on turbine airfoils.


• Utilize standard measuring techniques and inspection equipment to verify accuracy of parts and accept or reject based on findings.


• Follow proper procedures to perform in-line checks and verification of dimensions and make sure that operation sheets are followed.


• Recognize need and arrange for repair or replacement of equipment used in performing the work as necessary.


• Complete logs, quality assurance forms and other records as necessary.


• Perform routine servicing throughout the assigned area following specified procedures and written instructions such as inspector’s check list for upkeep.

Qualifications You Must Have

• High School Diploma or Equivalent


• Minimum 2 years of aircraft trades training or equivalent experience.


• Minimum 2 years of work experience in aircraft engine construction, operation and related inspection methods.

Qualifications we prefer

• In compliance with the collective bargaining agreement, priority consideration is given to candidates who are INTERNAL (and recall) to the Pratt & Whitney IAM Bargaining Unit members of District Lodge 26 and Affiliated Locals 700 and 1746 (Connecticut Operations). 2 years of aircraft trades training or equivalent experience and 2 years of work experience in aircraft engine construction, operation and related inspection methods.

Eligibility and Safety

Pratt & Whitney in East Hartford, CT is a FAA regulated facility and as such under the U.S. Departments of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). This position is considered safety sensitive in accordance with FAA Guidelines. Candidate will be subject to drug and alcohol testing per FAA’s regulation 14 CFR part 120, as well as 49 CFR part 40.

Application Window

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.

Benefits

• 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


• 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.

Equal Opportunity and Diversity

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.