Machinist II - 2nd Shift (Onsite)

Prattwhitney; Stoneybrook (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Three weeks of vacation

401(k) plan with employer matching

Job summary

RTX is seeking a skilled machinist for 2nd shift in the United States. You will interpret blueprints, GD&T, and specifications to guide operation, fabricate and assemble metal parts, and perform precise machining setups. You will inspect finished work, monitor quality via SPC, and ensure safety standards are followed.

The role requires lifting up to 35 pounds, standing 8+ hours, and willingness for overtime including extended days and weekends. Onsite work with comprehensive benefits is provided.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED with 1 year of relevant experience.
• Ability to read and interpret schematics/technical drawings.
• Experience with CNC tooling setup and basic metrology.

Responsibilities

• Interpret blueprints, GD&T, and specifications for operation and tolerances.
• Assemble, repair, and fabricate metal parts using machining equipment.
• Set up machines, take material measurements, and select appropriate tooling.
• Perform machining setups and adjustments as needed.
• Conduct inspections and check SPC charts for quality.
• Adhere to safety procedures and complete required EH&S trainings.

Skills

Read CNC G codes

GD&T interpretation

Machining setups

Quality inspection

Education

HS diploma or GED, vocational/technical education

Tools

Cutting tools & tooling knowledge

Indexable tooling

Job description

Position Details

Shift: 2nd shift – Monday to Friday, 3:00pm to 11:00pm (overtime may be required).

What You Will Do

• Interprets blueprints, work orders, engineering plans, specifications, reference planes, designs sketches, and interpret geometric dimensions and tolerances (GD&T) for operation, material, and dimensional requirements.
• Assembles, repairs, and fabricates metal parts into sub‑units or complete units using operating mechanical equipment.
• Takes measurements of material and selects appropriate machines for the process.
• Performs machining setups and makes adjustments as required.
• Conducts inspections of work produced.
• Checks SPC charts for frequency of checks, gauging and measurements.
• Keeps records and maintains quality/safety standards.
• Lift up to 35 pounds and perform repetitive tasks.
• Role will involve standing for 8+ hours.
• Follow workplace safety guidelines and procedures and ensure safety and quality.
• Report unsafe practices and/or conditions to the appropriate individuals to ensure prompt resolution of potential hazards.
• Comply with EH&S policies and procedures at all times, including wearing appropriate PPE.
• Attend EH&S trainings as required.
• Must be available for overtime, including extended workdays and weekends.

Qualifications

• Typically requires HS diploma (or equivalent, e.g. G.E.D in the US) or vocational/technical education in related discipline with a minimum of 1 year of relevant experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Read CNC G codes, M codes Background with Quick Change tooling and set up reduction techniques.
• Interpret schematics and/or technical drawings.
• Familiar with cutting tools, indexable tooling, tool holders, chucks and other machine shop tooling.

What We Offer

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
• Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
• 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

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.

Location & Eligibility

Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite.

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.

Career Process

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.

Other Details

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.

Company Background

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.