Inspector (Gate 1) - Weekend Shift (Onsite)

Pratt & Whitney; Columbus (GA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Pratt & Whitney in Columbus, GA, seeks an Engine Inspector to ensure engine quality, safety, and performance standards. You will perform detailed inspections and provide documentation throughout the engine overhaul process. The role requires a High School Diploma or equivalent and 1+ years of relevant experience.

Benefits include comprehensive medical coverage, 401(k) matching, generous paid time off, and more. This position is on-site with a weekend shift from Friday to Sunday.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.
• 1+ years’ relevant experience.
• A&P License or Powerplant Certificate is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Inspect engine components and validate proper configuration.
• Provide complete documentation for engine assembly.
• Meet production and inspection goals.

Skills

Precision measurement

Configuration and compatibility resolution

Continuous improvement methodologies

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

SAP

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-05-26

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 certain necessary systems.

Security Clearance Type: None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status: Not Required

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.

Shift

Weekend Shift: Friday – Sunday 6:30am – 7:00pm

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 equivalent
• 1+ years’ relevant experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) License or Powerplant (P) Certificate.
• Experience within engine overhaul, inspection or repair
• Proficiency using precision measuring tools
• Strong ability to identify and resolve configuration and compatibility issues.
• Familiarity with continuous improvement methodologies such as Lean Six Sigma or RTX’s CORE Operating System.
• Experience using Microsoft Office applications and SAP

Benefits

• 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.

Safety and Compliance

Pratt & Whitney Columbus, GA is an FAA regulated facility. This position is considered safety sensitive in accordance with FAA Guidelines. Candidates 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 and 49 CFR part 40.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

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.