Production Machinist - AWW 3X12 1st Shift (Onsite)

Prattwhitney; Middletown (CT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

401(k) match

Flexible spending accounts

Flexible work schedules

Employee assistance program

Scholar program

Parental leave

Paid time off

Holidays

Incentive programs

Job summary

Pratt & Whitney Middletown, CT facility is seeking a Production Machinist on first shift. You will set up and operate one or more machine tools to produce precision turbine engine parts, following established methods and using proper tooling and fixturing.

You will read drawings, follow instructions, measure parts with gauges, and ensure dimensions meet specifications. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and 0.5–3 years machining experience; internal candidates given priority

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required or equivalent.
• 6 months machining experience required; 1–3 years preferred.
• Internal candidates under Bargaining Unit priority may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate one or more machine tools to produce precision turbine engine parts.
• Follow verbal/written instructions, drawings and operation sheets.
• Use gauges and measuring tools to verify dimensions and tolerances.
• Maintain tools, fixtures and equipment and ensure proper setup.
• Adhere to safety, quality and productivity standards.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Location & Role Details

• Date Posted: 2026-10-14


• 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

Company Overview

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.

Role Overview

Our Pratt & Whitney Middletown, CT facility has several exciting opportunities for a Production Machinist available on AWW 3X12 schedule 1st Shift. FUNCTION: In this role, you will set up and operate one machine tool or process equipment type and operate more than one unrelated machine tool or process equipment types within an assigned area to produce precision turbine engine parts. You will perform work where methods, procedures and processes are well developed and the required tooling, gaging and fixturing are provided.

Key Responsibilities

• Under the direction of leader/supervisor, work from verbal and written instructions, operation sheets, drawings and other pertinent information.


• Following established methods and procedures, use manual or numerically controlled machine tools such as milling, boring, grinding, turning, broaching and shaping machines to achieve the required dimensional specifications.


• Recognize indications of dull or damaged cutting tools and replace as needed.


• Perform bench, assembly and surface finishing operations such as deburring, blending, trimming and fitting, using a variety of hand and power tools.


• Follow prescribed methods and procedures to perform drilling, riveting and bonding operations to assemble various details in producing a finished part.


• Operate part-marking equipment.


• Use a variety of media, dry or liquid, to perform cleaning or part preparation and finishing operations.


• Operate tumbling, grit blast, shot peen, buffing and polishing equipment, wash machines and dip tanks for part surface conditioning.


• Apply masking as required.


• Perform applications of anti-gall and polymite coatings utilizing dry bake ovens to cure.


• Utilize a variety of fixed or variable measuring instruments to check dimensions and part features.


• Operate OpCert and other computer–based systems to retrieve and store information and records.


• Perform routine servicing throughout assigned area following specified procedures and written instructions, such as operators’ checklist, for upkeep and to assure equipment operates properly.


• May be required to train for, obtain and maintain licenses, operator permits and certifications within assigned area.

Qualifications

• You Must Have: High School Diploma or GED equivalent with 6 months of machining experience.


• We Prefer: 1-3 years of machining experience.


• 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

• 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


• holidays


• annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs

Equal Employment Opportunity

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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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.