Inspector - CX / LX Gate 3 (Onsite)

Prattwhitney; Midland (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, life

401(k) match

Paid time off

Job summary

Pratt & Whitney's Columbus Engine Center is seeking an Engine Inspector to act as the final defense for safety, performance, and reliability in engine overhaul and assembly processes. The Inspector will also serve as Alternate Working Lead, ensuring smooth shift-to-shift communication and workflow in Gate3 operations.

Shift: 1st, Monday–Thursday, 5:30am–4:00pm. Candidate will perform inspections per technical data and regulatory requirements, with emphasis on continuous improvement and teamwork

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• A&P License or Powerplant certificate.
• Completion of on‑the‑job training with demonstrated mastery of inspection tasks.

Responsibilities

• Use precision tooling and measurement equipment to inspect engine components and validate configurations.
• Provide complete documentation supporting engine assembly and maintenance.
• Meet production and inspection goals for the facility.
• Review technical documents including Fits and Clearances, EIRs, and SAP records.
• Review engine package documentation for accuracy and compliance.
• Support a team-based environment focused on continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Skills

A&P License / P Certificate

OJT completion

3+ years aviation experience

Inspection documentation

Tools

SAP

MS Office

Precision measuring tools

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-10-14 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.

Job Summary

At Pratt & Whitney’s Columbus Engine Center quality is mission‑critical—and as an Engine Inspector, you are the final line of defense in ensuring every engine meets the highest standards of safety, performance, and reliability. In this role, you’ll perform detailed inspections throughout the engine overhaul and assembly process, verifying that all work complies with technical data, regulatory requirements, and internal quality standards. In addition to these inspection duties, the Inspector will act as the Alternate Working Lead, supporting production coordination, communication, and shift‑to‑shift continuity to maintain flow and quality in Gate3 operations.

1st Shift: Monday–Thursday, 5:30am – 4:00pm

What You Will Do

• Use a variety of tooling and precision measurement equipment to inspect engine components and validate proper configuration.
• Provide complete and accurate documentation to support engine assembly and maintenance.
• Meet production and inspection goals for the facility.
• Complete and review technical documentation, including Fits and Clearances, Engine Inspection Reports (EIR), and SAP records.
• Review engine package documentation to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Support a team‑based environment focused on continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Qualifications

You Must Have

• High School Diploma or GED
• Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) License or Powerplant (P) Certificate
• Completion of OJT for the current cell with demonstrated mastery of all relevant inspection tasks and objectives
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in aviation, mechanical, maintenance, overhaul, assembly, quality, or similar technical environments
• Current on all required training with a satisfactory performance review
• Obtained Inspection Stamp Qualifications

We Prefer

• Experience with engine overhaul, assembly, inspection, or repair within a regulated aviation or military environment
• Proficiency using precision measuring tools and inspection equipment
• Strong ability to identify and resolve configuration or compatibility issues during assembly and inspection
• Familiarity with continuous improvement methodologies such as ACE, CORE, Lean, or Six Sigma
• Experience working in SAP and Microsoft Office applications

What We Offer

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage.
• Short‑term and long‑term disability, plus parental leave.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent care.
• Employee Assistance Program for personal and professional support.
• Employee Scholar Program with no waiting period.
• Generous paid time off, granted upfront and pro‑rated based on start date, including 3 weeks of vacation, 5 personal sick days, 3 unpaid days for unique circumstances (at supervisor discretion), and 12 paid government holidays annually.

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 engines. 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.

Facility and Safety

Pratt & Whitney Columbus, GA 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 as a pre‑employment contingency and also subject to ongoing random testing as an employee per FAA’s regulation 14 CFR part 120, as well as 49 CFR part 40. 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.

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.

Privacy Policy and Terms:

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.