Machinist - AWW Shift (Onsite)

Prattwhitney; Springdale (AR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Life and disability insurance

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Pratt & Whitney Springdale, AR is seeking a Machinist Technician for the AWW shift (Fri–Sun, 6:00 AM–6:30 PM). The role includes setup and operation of CNC machines, blueprint reading, and ensuring parts meet specifications in a climate-controlled facility.

The position is safety-sensitive under FAA guidelines with potential overtime after training; FAA-regulated facility requiring pre-employment and random testing. Benefits included with the RTX family of companies.

Qualifications

• HS diploma (or equivalent) with a minimum of 2 years of machining experience.
• Experience reading blueprints, drawings, manuals, and specifications to determine set-up requirements.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate conventional, special purpose, and CNC machines to fabricate/repair parts.
• Read blueprints and specifications to determine machine/set-up requirements.
• Set up fixtures, tools, attachments, and accessories.
• Maintain a clean, safe work environment.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Machining basics

Quality measurement

Education

HS diploma or GED

Tools

VTL

Lathes

Mills

FANUC Controller

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-08-10 Country: United States of America Location: US-AR-SPRINGDALE-BLDG 1 ~ 275 E Robinson Ave ~ BLDG 1 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:

The Aftermarket Repair organization (PSD) located in Springdale, AR is looking for a Machinist Technician for AWW Shift (weekend). Shift hours are Friday-Sunday, 6:00AM-6:30PM. You will receive a shift differential when working on AWW shift of 8%. Employees are subject to train on 1st shift. 1st shift hours are Monday-Friday, 6:30AM-3:00PM. PSD is a clean, well-lit, state-of-the-art machining center in a climate-controlled facility. Overtime opportunity may be available, after a period of training. Pratt & Whitney PSD is an FAA regulated facility, and compliance with such rules is a condition of employment. Set-up and operate conventional, special purpose, and computerized numeric control (CNC) machines to fabricate and repair metallic and non-metallic parts. Read blueprints, drawings, manuals, specifications to determine machine and set-up requirements. Set-up and prepare includes: set up of fixtures, tools, attachments, and accessories. Operator level maintenance of machine and set up documents. Use measuring devices like micrometers, calipers, to ensure specifications are met. Maintain a clean work environment.

Qualifications You Must Have:

HS diploma (or equivalent, e.g. G.E.D in the US) with a minimum of 2 years of machining experience. Previous experience/training reading blueprints, drawings, manuals, and specifications to determine machining and set-up requirements.

Qualifications We Prefer:

Technical trade school degree in machining. Training to include set-up of fixtures, tools, attachments, and accessories. 5 years of machining experience. 5-axis horizontal or vertical milling experience. Experience with VTL, Lathes, and/or Mills FANUC Controller experience.

What We Offer:

• Medical, dental, vision benefits
• Life, short term disability, long term disability benefits
• Paid time off including vacation, sick leave, holidays
• 401-K with company match
• Other innovative benefits including deals and discounts

Pratt & Whitney Springdale, AR 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.

What is my 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 workers, 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. 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.