Material Control Lab Technician – 2nd shift (Onsite)

Prattwhitney; Middletown (CT); On-site; USD 41,400 - 72,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Job summary

RTX is seeking a Material Control Lab Technician to evaluate major rotating hardware, prepare samples, and document materials and processes. You will interpret blueprints and lab manuals to determine testing needs and conduct metallographic evaluation of heat treating and plasma spray coatings.

The role requires collaboration with Production Operations and Engineering to address metallurgical issues, develop root-cause actions, and maintain safe, compliant lab practices. Travel may be required.

Qualifications

• U.S. citizenship required; only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.
• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent and a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience, OR an Associate’s degree with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Proficiency in the use of hand tools and test equipment.
• No security clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate major rotating hardware for various manufacturing special processes.
• Prepare samples, evaluate, disposition, and document materials and processes.
• Interpret blueprints, specifications, procedures, and lab manuals to assess testing and conformance.
• Conduct metallographic evaluation of heat treating and plasma spray coatings.
• Interact with Production Operations and Engineering to resolve metallurgical issues and drive root‑cause actions.
• Maintain EH&S and operating requirements for a safe workplace.
• Provide clear lab reports and retain samples per procedure.

Skills

Team player

Root cause investigations

Problem solving

Continuous improvement

EH&S compliance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate’s degree or 2-year post‑high school

Tools

Microsoft Office

Hand tools

Test equipment

Microscope evaluation

Job description

What You Will Do

The CSMC organization is looking to add a Material Control Lab Technician to the team. The Material Control Lab Technician will perform evaluations of major rotating hardware for various manufacturing special processes. The Technician will be responsible for sample preparation, evaluation, disposition, and quality documentation of materials and processes. Interpretation of blueprints, specifications, procedures, and laboratory manuals to assess required testing and conformance is a critical aspect of this position. The Technician will conduct metallographic evaluation and documentation of various special manufacturing processes, primarily heat treating and plasma spray coatings. Regular interaction with Production Operations personnel as well as other Engineering disciplines will help respond to metallurgical issues and develop effective root‑cause and corrective action for manufacturing‑related issues. The Technician will be an effective team player and contributor utilizing the CORE tools and continuous improvement by maintaining EH&S and operating requirements to ensure a safe and productive working environment. The Technician will provide clear, concise, and accurate lab reports, maintain records, retain prepared samples according to procedure, monitor testing frequency of all processes, develop evaluation sheets for all tested parts, investigate various parts and process‑related problems, and be available for travel for training purposes and occasional off‑shift coverage based on business requirements.

Qualifications

• U.S. citizenship required; only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.
• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent and a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience, **OR** an Associate’s degree (or other 2‑year post‑high school training) with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Proficiency in the use of hand tools and test equipment.
• No security clearance required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in metallurgical testing, evaluation, and documentation.
• Quality and/or manufacturing, material background.
• Familiarity with microscope evaluation techniques including brightfield, darkfield, and polarized light microscopy.
• Knowledge of aerospace manufacturing operations.
• Knowledge and experience with root cause investigations, corrective actions, and problem solving.

Benefits and Compensation

Salary range: 41,400USD – 72,600USD. Eligible applicants may receive 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 depend on the business unit and collective‑bargaining agreements. Eligible applicants may also be eligible for annual incentive compensation programs.

Position Type: Onsite. The role requires the employee to work primarily onsite. Travel for training and occasional off‑shift coverage may be required.

EEO 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. RTX provides affirmative action employment for qualified individuals with a disability and protected veterans in compliance with Section503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.