Painter - Engine Components

Pratt & Whitney; Bridgeport (WV); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company is seeking an Engine Parts Painter to provide protection to engine components through the application of various paint materials. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and at least one year of industrial painting experience, with a focus on safety and compliance. Join a team that values your talent and commitment while contributing to the future of flight.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) match

Flexible work schedules

Paid time off and holidays

Qualifications

• 1+ years of industrial paint experience using spray guns, epoxies, resins, etc.
• Familiarity with drawings, specifications, manuals, and other detailed instructions preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform tasks involving the application of paint, varnish, and coatings on engine parts.
• Prepare surfaces prior to paint application and ensure cleanliness and organization.

Skills

Time Management

Safety Compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED equivalent

Tools

Spray Guns

Epoxies

Resins

Job description

Date Posted:

2025-05-14

Country:

United States of America

Location:

PW200: Bridgeport WV 1525 Midway Park Road, Bridgeport, WV, 26330 USA

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:

None/Not Required

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?

What You Will Do :

The Engine Parts Painter is pivotal in providing protection to engine components through the application of various paint materials. They collaborate closely with other areas of the shop to ensure the components remain clean, durable, and organized prior to beginning their part of the engine overhaul.

To excel in this role, you should be able to prioritize safety and compliance to ensure P&W standards are met. You must have the ability to adjust and manage priorities, have good time management skills, work independently, and adhere to all EH&S policies such as wearing proper PPE.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform a variety of tasks involving the application of paint, varnish, epoxy, Xylan and resin coatings on gas turbine engine parts, machinery, equipment and other plant surfaces using brushes, rollers, and conventional spraying equipment

• Check, clean, mask and prepare surfaces prior to paint application

• Follow drawings, specifications, manuals, and other detailed instructions

• Select proper equipment and use correct techniques required for preparation, application and curing

• Use gauges and instruments to check work

• Strip and recoat surfaces that fail to meet specifications and standards

• Ensure that equipment and work area is cleaned and maintained

Qualifications You Must Have:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent

• 1+ years of industrial paint experience using spray guns, epoxy’s, resins, etc.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Experience painting in the aviation industry, autobody shop, or other manufacturing environment

• Familiarity with drawings, specifications, manuals, and other detailed instructions

What is my role type?

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. 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.

Learn More & Apply Now!

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.

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