Manual Machinist

Prattwhitney; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 114,000; Full time

Job summary

Prattwhitney in Tucson, AZ seeks a Fabrication Lead Technician to oversee mechanical fabrication efforts, ensuring high-quality results. You'll work in a fast-paced environment, managing the setup and operation of manual mills and lathes.

The ideal candidate should have at least 8 years of experience in machining, a strong understanding of blueprints, and the ability to perform inspections. A degree in machining or fabrication is preferred, alongside basic CAD experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum eight years operating manual mills and lathes.
• Experience interpreting mechanical blueprints for parts.

Responsibilities

• Machining critical prototype parts using precision tools.
• Managing fabrication processes and safety operations.
• Conducting part inspections to ensure tolerances.

Skills

Manual mills operation

Mechanical blueprint interpretation

Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)

Precision measuring instruments

CNC programming basics

Education

AA/AS degree or equivalent in machining or fabrication

Tools

Creo or similar CAD software

CNC and CAM software (like Mastercam)

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-06-16

Location: Tucson, AZ

Job Summary

The Bike Shop in Tucson, AZ is seeking a Fabrication Lead Technician to work in a mechanical fabrication shop, executing a variety of mechanical fabrication efforts at an exceptional quality level and collaborating in a dynamic, fast‑paced, integrated team environment.

Responsibilities

• Quick‑turn machining of critical prototype, aerospace parts and test assemblies from metal and non‑metal materials using precision manual mills and lathes.
• Operate general machine shop tools and support equipment, including dimensional measuring tools.
• Work with basic sketches, under‑developed drawing packages, and model renderings to set up and run fabrications.
• Manage all aspects of fabrication: part/machine setup, safe equipment operation, part inspection, workload management, customer schedule support, delegation, and coordination of work when required.
• Work in a multi‑program controlled area and report to the Mechanical Prototyping and Fabrication Section Lead.
• Obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance; U.S. citizenship is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum eight (8) years of experience independently operating manual mills and lathes.
• Eight (8) or more years interpreting mechanical blueprints/technical drawings and machining one‑of‑a‑kind quality, in‑tolerance parts per drawing specifications.
• Ability to inspect machined parts using standard precision measuring instruments to ensure tolerances are met.
• Strong working knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Preferred: AA/AS degree or equivalent 2‑year post‑high‑school training (machining, fabrication, or apprenticeship).
• Basic experience developing and manipulating computer‑generated 3D models in Creo or similar CAD system.
• Knowledgeable in the setup/operation of manual coordinate measuring machines (CMM).
• Competent computer skills – Windows, MS Office products.
• Previous working experience with CNC and/or conversational programming, setup, and operation of CAM software such as Mastercam.

Salary

USD 60,000 – 114,000

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, 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.

**Important:** This position requires the eligibility to obtain a security clearance, and U.S. citizenship is required for clearance eligibility.