Machine Mechanical Technician

Prattwhitney; Rainbow (CT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Generous 401(k) plan with employer‑m;

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement program

Student Loan Repayment Program

Life insurance and disability coverage

Adoption Assistance

Employee Assistance Plan

Job summary

Pratt & Whitney in Windsor Locks, CT, is seeking a maintenance technician to install, troubleshoot, repair, and modify machining equipment while following safety directions. You will read blueprints, diagnose malfunctions, and service a variety of machines and test gear.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and 2–3 years of trades training in machine and mechanical repair, with preferred certifications for motors, respirators, and powered industrial trucks.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Equivalent to 2-3 years trades training in machine and mechanical repair.
• Certification and/or licensing for motor vehicles, respirators and power industrial trucks preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan, and perform a variety of duties to install, troubleshoot, repair and modify machining process and test equipment and accessories while practicing and complying with environmental health and safety directions and procedures.
• Work from blueprints, drawings, schematics, manufactures service manuals, written and verbal instructions.
• Locate source of malfunction and take corrective action to repair a variety of machines and test equipment.
• Use a variety of hand and power tools to repair, replace and modify machines and accessories.
• Use a variety of test, measuring and alignment equipment such as scales, micrometers, dial indicators, verniers, height gages, laser alignment, and vibration alignment.
• Work on vacuum, pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical system.
• Maybe required to disconnect and reconnect motors of other equipment to facilitate repairs.
• Operate and cycle machinery to ensure correct function of equipment.
• Work with plant maintenance to facilitate machine relocation and surplusing.
• Perform and update preventative maintenance requirements and schematics and ensure all the daily logs and documentation are current.
• When required, perform crib tasks and assist other trades.
• Contact vendors to identify resolutions to repairs and parts availability.
• Instruct one or two fellow employees in the proper performance of duties.
• Improve process and solve problems in cooperation with fellow employees and technical support group.
• Keep equipment and surrounding areas neat and clean.
• Perform related duties as required within the scope of this job function.

Education

High school diploma or GED

2-3 years trades training in machine and mechanical repair

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-08-20 Country: United States of America Location: US-CT-WINDSOR LOCKS-B1 ~ 1 Hamilton Rd ~ BLDG 1 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. Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

The salary range for this role $40.31 - $50.34 per hour; however, Raytheon Technologies considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills.

What You Will Do:

• Plan, and perform a variety of duties to install, troubleshoot, repair and modify machining process and test equipment and accessories while practicing and complying with environmental health and safety directions and procedures.
• Work from blueprints, drawings, schematics, manufactures service manuals, written and verbal instructions.
• Locate source of malfunction and take corrective action to repair a variety of machines and test equipment.
• Use a variety of hand and power tools to repair, replace and modify machines and accessories.
• Use a variety of test, measuring and alignment equipment such as scales, micrometers, dial indicators, verniers, height gages, laser alignment, and vibration alignment.
• Work on vacuum, pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical system.
• Maybe required to disconnect and reconnect motors of other equipment to facilitate repairs.
• Operate and cycle machinery to ensure correct function of equipment.
• Work with plant maintenance to facilitate machine relocation and surplusing.
• Perform and update preventative maintenance requirements and schematics and ensure all the daily logs and documentation are current.
• When required, perform crib tasks and assist other trades.
• Contact vendors to identify resolutions to repairs and parts availability.
• Instruct one or two fellow employees in the proper performance of duties.
• Improve process and solve problems in cooperation with fellow employees and technical support group.
• Keep equipment and surrounding areas neat and clean.
• Perform related duties as required within the scope of this job function.

3rd Shift: Sunday - Thursday, 12:00am- 7:00am Training could potentially take place on 1st or 2nd Shift for up to 6 months.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Equivalent to 2-3 years trades training in machine and mechanical repair.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Certification and/or licensing for motor vehicles, respirators and power industrial trucks.
• Requires a well-rounded knowledge of equipment repair practices and procedures, equipment operation and be familiar with hydraulic, pneumatic and vacuum systems.
• Requires some knowledge of electrical control systems.
• Requires training in confined space and lock-out tag-out.
• Training and/or knowledge is required for basic computer skills.

What We Offer:

Some of our competitive benefits package includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds
• Collins provides eligible employees with paid time off
• 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!

We make modern flight possible for millions of travelers and our military every second. Our major product lines are on-board virtually every aircraft flying. Be it keeping passengers safe with our emergency power generation systems or creating a positive in-flight experience through reliable cabin pressure controls and quieter engines, Power & Controls focuses on delivering a best-in-class experience to our customers.

We hire the top people in the industry. Their ideas drive our performance, and their integrity keeps our customers happy.

If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.

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.

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.

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.