Non-Destructive Testing Level 3 (Onsite)

Pratt & Whitney; Middletown (CT); On-site; USD 108,000 - 205,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Short-term Disability

Long-term Disability

401(k) match

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Flexible Work Schedules

Employee Scholar Program

Job summary

Pratt & Whitney in Middletown, CT is seeking a Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) Level 3 Subject Matter Expert to support Q&PA, audits, and certification efforts across module centers and suppliers. You will guide inspection systems and drive process improvements within a high-precision aerospace environment.

The role emphasizes onsite work at Middletown, with focus on Etch, FPI, ECI, and X-Ray methods, and requires the ability to obtain P&W NDT Level 3 certification.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree and/or equivalent experience and minimum 8 years NDT experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years experience.
• Ability to gain P&W NDT Level 3 certification in an applicable method upon hiring.
• Preferred: current P&W Level 3 certification in one or multiple methods.
• Experience with training, personnel testing and auditing NDT systems.
• Experience with modern and automated inspection systems.
• Knowledge of aerospace manufacturing operations and engineering.
• Knowledge and experience with root cause and process control tools.
• Project Management and Operations Leadership experience.
• Experience with NX, SAP, and Microsoft suite.

Responsibilities

• This position will support NDT Level 3 audits, certifications, technical guidance, inspection system oversight, and process improvements.
• This position will primarily focus on supporting a business unit at our Middletown, CT facility.
• This role focuses on NDT proficiencies Etch, FPI, ECI, and X-Ray (film, digital, and computed radiography).

Skills

NDT Level 3

Etch

FPI

ECI

X-Ray

Certification

Audits

Process Improvement

NX

SAP

Microsoft Suite

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher

Tools

NX

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Location: US-CT-MIDDLETOWN-220A ~ Aircraft Rd ~ BLDG 220A

Date Posted: 2026-11-03

Country: United States of America

Location: US-CT-MIDDLETOWN-220A ~ Aircraft Rd ~ BLDG 220A

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.

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.

Non-Destructive Testing Level 3 (Middletown, CT)

What You Will Do:

• The Quality and Process Approval (Q&PA) organization is looking for Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) Level 3 Subject Matter Experts who will support key module centers, business units, suppliers, and partners to develop and continuously improve NDT systems. As a member of the Q&PA NDT team, you will perform NDT audits and certifications, provide technical guidance and inspection system oversight, and drive process improvements.


• This position will primarily focus on supporting a business unit at our Middletown, CT facility.


• Specific NDT L3 proficiencies being considered are Etch, FPI, ECI, and X-Ray (specifically film, digital, and computed radiography).

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Bachelor’s Degree and/or equivalent experience and minimum 8 years NDT experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years experience.


• Ability to gain P&W NDT Level 3 certification in an applicable method upon hiring.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Currently hold P&W Level 3 certification in one or multiple applicable methods.


• Experience with training, personnel testing and auditing NDT systems.


• Experience that includes a background in modern and automated inspection systems.


• Knowledge of aerospace manufacturing operations and engineering.


• Knowledge and experience with root cause and process control tools.


• Project Management and Operations Leadership experience.


• Experience with NX, SAP, and Microsoft suite.

This position is classified as:

Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.

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.

The salary range for this role is 107,500 USD - 204,500 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

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.