PW800 Assembly Technician (5th Shift)(Onsite)

RTX (Raytheon); Bridgeport (WV); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Pratt & Whitney in Bridgeport, WV seeks an assembler for the PW800 engine line. You will balance sub-assemblies, main assembly and packing, ensuring quality and safety standards are met on the 5th shift (Fri–Sun, 5pm–5am). Training may occur on other shifts.

Requires a high school diploma or GED and an active Powerplant license at hire; preferred candidates have aviation maintenance or gas-turbine engine experience and the ability to read complex drawings.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Active FAA Powerplant license required at hire.

Responsibilities

• Assemble engines and sub-assemblies following manuals and instructions.
• Use hand tools, precision measuring equipment, gauges and fixtures.
• Coordinate parts and consumables for on-time assembly.
• Ensure EH&S, quality standards and daily targets are met.
• Support Continuous Improvement and safety initiatives across operations.
• Perform related duties as assigned by supervision.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Read blueprints/drawings

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

FAA Powerplant license

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-09-30

Country: United States of America

Location: US-WV-BRIDGEPORT-1525 ~ 1525 Midway Park Rd ~ MIDWAY BLDG A

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 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.

What You Will Do

Are you a "read the instructions" kind of person? Do you enjoy putting together puzzles and using your hands? Our assembler position will allow you to apply both traits while impacting the future of flight. You will be responsible for a key role in our process and ensure EH&S and quality standards are kept. Responsibilities would be in one or more of the following areas: sub-assembly, balancing, main assembly and packing of engines in the repair and overhaul area.

This position services our PW800 line, which is the newest engine model in our facility. You will work on our 5th shift, which is Friday-Sunday from 5pm-5am. Training may take place on another shift for up to 6 months before moving into 5th shift.

Pratt & Whitney in Bridgeport, WV 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.

Key Responsibilities

• Work from manuals, service bulletins and other technical instructions.
• Use various hand tools, precision measuring equipment, special tooling and gauges.
• Coordinate parts, consumables and non-product material movements.
• Function as an Assembly tech to ensure standard work and standard methodologies are accomplished while assuring daily targets are met.
• Be fully engaged to support all Continuous Improvement, Quality, EH&S, and overall Operations initiatives and policies to meet company goals.
• Perform other related duties as assigned and refer team challenges to Supervisor.

Qualifications You Must Have

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Active Powerplant license at the time of hire

Qualifications We Prefer

• 3+ years specialized training in aviation maintenance, assembly or test of gas turbine engines or similar aircraft systems.
• Prior experience working on P&W engines.
• Knowledge of aircraft engine assembly procedures including fits and tolerances, use of precision measuring instruments and gauges, hand tools, special assembly equipment and the ability to work from complicated drawings and specifications.

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 products.

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.

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
• holidays
• annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not the role is covered by a collective‑bargaining agreement.

Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent on 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.