Quality Assurance Inspector 2nd Shift (onsite)

Pratt & Whitney; East Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

Pratt & Whitney is seeking a Quality Assurance Inspector for the 2nd shift at our East Hartford, CT site. The role requires performing dimensional and visual inspections on parts and tools, using precision measuring equipment, and ensuring all documentation is accurate.

You will support SPC and quality initiatives, escalate complex issues, and maintain inspection areas and equipment. The ideal candidate holds a high school diploma or equivalent and has 2+ years of relevant QA/inspection

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2+ years of relevant experience in QA or inspection.

Responsibilities

• Perform dimensional and visual inspections of parts and tools per procedures and drawings.
• Operate fixed and variable precision measuring instruments to verify dimensional accuracy.
• Record inspection results and complete required documentation and paperwork.
• Assist with SPC and other quality programs and investigations as needed.
• Refer complex issues to Lead or Supervisor and support continuous improvement.
• Maintain inspection areas and equipment and ensure they are calibrated and ready for use.

Skills

Dimensional inspection

Quality control

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-11-03
Country: United States of America
Location: US-CT-EAST HARTFORD-L ~ 400 Main St ~ BLDG L
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

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 a Quality Assurance Inspector 2nd Shift (onsite).

What You Will Do:

• Perform dimensional and visual inspections of parts, tools, gauges, and other equipment in accordance with written inspection procedures, engineering drawings, specifications, and other applicable instructions.
• Plan and conduct inspections using standardized methods and established inspection techniques, including surface plate work and standard measuring procedures.
• Determine whether inspected material meets established requirements and accept, reject, or refer material for rework or quality review based on inspection findings.
• Operate a variety of fixed and variable precision measuring instruments to verify dimensional accuracy.
• Operate automated measuring equipment when program instructions and inspection requirements are clearly defined.
• Record inspection results accurately and complete all required inspection documentation and paperwork.
• Perform necessary mathematical calculations to determine the extent and significance of nonconformances.
• Conduct in-process inspections and dimensional verification in accordance with established procedures.
• Verify that manufacturing operations are being performed in accordance with applicable operation sheets and inspection requirements.
• Identify equipment issues that may affect inspection accuracy and arrange for repair, calibration, replacement, or servicing as required.
• Perform routine servicing and upkeep of assigned inspection areas and equipment in accordance with established procedures and inspector checklists.
• Ensure inspection equipment is maintained in proper working condition and is suitable for use.
• Assist personnel responsible for specialized inspection and quality assurance activities, including Statistical Process Control (SPC) and other quality programs.
• Assist with investigations involving unusual inspection results, nonconformances, and new or revised inspection sequences.
• Support specialized inspection assignments within the scope and skill level of the position.
• Refer complex technical issues, inspection difficulties, or situations outside established procedures to the appropriate Lead or Supervisor.
• Perform other duties and assignments within the scope and skill level of the position as needed to support departmental objectives and develop technical skills.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• HS Diploma or equivalent
• 2+ years of relevant 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).

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.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attendselect 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, 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.

• 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

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.

• annual short-term incentive compensation programs
• annual long-term incentive compensation programs

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.

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 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.