Overhaul & Repair Process Mechanic B 2nd Shift (onsite)

Prattwhitney; East Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental and vision insurance

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Job summary

Pratt & Whitney in East Hartford, CT is seeking an Overhaul & Repair Process Mechanic B for 2nd shift. This onsite role requires setting up and operating coating, heat treat, and braze processes to support overhaul and repair parts.

Candidates should have a HS diploma and 1–3 years plasma coatings experience; familiarity with safety and compliance is required. This full-time role offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities for skill development.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or equivalent is required.
• 1–3 years plasma coatings experience.
• Industry compliance and safety awareness.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate part treatment, heat treat, flame spray and coating equipment.
• Work on overhaul & repair parts with established methods and tooling.
• Perform braze fab prep, assembly and masking as required.
• Follow procedures for stripping, cleaning and braze fab operations with grit blasters, water jet and dry baking ovens.
• Set up and operate flame spray, plating, painting and coating equipment for various parts.
• Monitor heat treat furnaces for braze heat treat, stress relief and sizing operations.
• Assist others with new part process tryout and specialized tasks.
• Refer difficulties to leader/supervisor.
• May train for licenses and certifications within area of responsibility.

Skills

Plasma coatings

Education

HS Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-08-28 Country: United States of America Location: US-CT-EAST HARTFORD-ETC ~ 400 Main St ~ BLDG ETC 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

About the Role

Pratt & Whitney is working to once again transform the future of flight—designing, building and servicing engines unlike any the world has ever seen. And because transformation begins from within, we’re seeking the people to drive it. So, calling all curious. Come ready to explore and you’ll find a place where your talent takes flight—beyond the borders of title, a country or your comfort zone. Bring your passion and commitment and we’ll welcome you into a tight-knit team that takes our mission personally. Channel your drive to make a difference into shaping an organization and an industry that’s evolving fast to the future. At Pratt & Whitney, the difference you make is on display every day. Just look up. Are you ready to go beyond? We have an immediate need for an Overhaul & Repair Process Mechanic B 2nd shift (onsite).

What You Will Do

• Plan and perform the work necessary to set-up and operate various manual and automatic part treatment, heat treat, flame spray and coating equipment.
• Perform work on Overhaul & Repair parts where methods and techniques are usually established, and proper tooling and/or fixturing is usually provided.
• Perform braze fab prep, assembly and masking as required to meet unit needs.
• Follow standard practices and operating procedures to perform a variety of striping, cleaning and braze fab operations, utilizing surface treatment equipment such as manual and automatic grit blasters, water jet machines and dry baking ovens.
• Set up and operate automatic and manual flame spray, plating, painting and coating equipment for operations on a variety of overhaul & repair parts.
• Set up and operate, load and unload, and monitor heat treat furnaces for braze heat treat, stress relief and sizing operations.
• Perform routine maintenance and servicing of spray units, guns and nozzles, seals, fittings and filters in assigned area; follow specified procedures such as operator’s check list for upkeep to ensure equipment operates properly.
• Assist others responsible for new part process tryout, repair and other specialized assignments within the scope and skill level of this job description.
• Refer difficulties to leader/supervisor.
• May be assigned to carry out tasks, not specifically listed, within the scope and skill level of this job description in support of department objectives and to develop individuals' skills.
• May be required to train for, obtain and maintain licenses, operator permits and certifications within assigned area.

Qualifications

• You Must Have: HS Diploma or equivalent 1-3 years of plasma coatings experience.
• Qualifications we prefer: In compliance with the collective bargaining agreement, priority consideration is given to candidates who are INTERNAL (and recall) to the Pratt & Whitney IAM Bargaining Unit members of District Lodge 26 and Affiliated Locals 700 and 1746 (Connecticut Operations).

Benefits

• 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.

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.

Role Types & Safety Information

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. Pratt & Whitney in East Hartford, CT 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 per FAA’s regulation 14 CFR part 120, as well as 49 CFR part 40. 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.

Compensation & Application Window

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.

Company Overview

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.