Welder , Weekend Shift ( Onsite)

RTX Corporation; United States; On-site; USD 25,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus Plan

Medical, dental, vision & life

Vacation & holidays

Disability leave

401(k) match

Flexible spending accounts

Employee Assistance Program

Scholar Program

Employee discounts

Job summary

RTX is seeking skilled welders to join our Operations Team welding jet engine components in Wells, ME. This weekend shift (Friday–Sunday) runs 5:00am–5:30pm with 36 paid hours for 40 hours worked, onsite at our facility.

You will plan and perform hand and machine welding, read drawings, adjust equipment, and ensure high-quality welds. Ideal candidates have a HS diploma or GED and 1+ year related experience, with welding certifications preferred.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED required.
• 1+ year related experience or a post-secondary degree/certificate in a related field.

Responsibilities

• Plan and perform hand and machine welding to fabricate or repair parts.
• Read and interpret drawings, sketches, schedules and instructions.
• Set equipment, gas flow and parameters to achieve quality welds.
• Prepare parts, align and secure details for welding.
• Operate welding equipment and manual welding torch to complete cycles.
• Use X-Ray film or black light to assess repairs and finish surfaces.
• Inspect dimensions with measuring instruments and record results.
• Maintain welding certifications and follow safety procedures.

Skills

Welding

Blueprints

Quality inspection

Communication

Computer skills

Education

HS diploma or GED

Job description

Date Posted:
2026-10-26
Country:
United States of America
Location:
US-ME-NORTH BERWICK-113 ~ 113 Wells St ~ WELLS, Rte 9
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'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.

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.

This is an amazing opportunity to work on our Operations Team Welding jet engine components!

This is a AWW (Weekend) shift opening. Friday, Saturday, Sunday 5:00am - 5:30pm - Work 36hours paid for 40 hours.

What You Will Do

Plan and perform hand fusion, machine welding or other associated metal joining process where standard tools and methods can be used or altered to achieve desired results.

Typical job duties include, but are not limited to:

Under the direction of supervisor/working leader, plan and perform hand and/or machine welding and associated metal joining process to fabricate or repair parts

Work from drawings, sketches, welding machine schedules, verbal and written instructions

Make required settings to equipment, gas flow and other parameters to obtain quality welds

Prepare parts for welding, align and secure details

Operate computer-controlled welding equipment, activate machine welding cycle or manipulate hand welding torch to complete welding cycle

Utilize X-Ray film or black light process to determine extent of repairs required, build up finished machine surfaces and repair cracks and other imperfections

Use a variety of fixed and variable measuring instruments to check dimensions and record results

Perform routine servicing throughout the assigned area following specified procedures and written instructions such as operator’s check list, to assure equipment operates properly

Perform similar duties as assigned and refer difficult problems to supervisor or working leader

Maintain appropriate metal joining certifications

May be assigned to carry out tasks not specifically listed

What You Will Learn

• Skills, systems, and processes critical to aerospace manufacturing within a state of the art facility.
• Training and advancement opportunities at all levels through a supportive and collaborative employee experience.
• On-the-job training using the most advanced technology in the industry today.

Qualifications You Must Have

High School or GED

1 plus of related experience, or a completed degree/certificate from a post-secondary or vocational school in a related field with 0-1+years related experience

Qualifications We Prefer

Certify and maintain a welding certification in a minimum of two metal groups

Excellent communication skills, verbal and written

Excellent computer skills

Flexibility around shifts, for training and to maintain workflow, to include overtime

Ability to manage multiple competing priorities simultaneously

The salary range for this role is $ $18.30-$34.40. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

What We Offer

• Bonus Plan – eligible to participate in the Company’s Aerospace Variable Plan (AVP)
• Comprehensive Benefits Program - medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• Paid time off including vacation, personal/sick time, and holidays
• Additional Leaves including short-term & long-term disability, parental leave, bereavement leave, jury duty coverage, and military leave
• Savings & Investment Plan with company match & employer contributions
• Flexible savings and spending accounts
• Employee Assistance Program with onsite and referral resources to support a Healthy You
• Employee Scholar Program – one of the most comprehensive company-sponsored employee education programs in the world (No waiting period!)
• Employee discounts and rebates program

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.

Typically requires HS diploma (or equivalent, e.g. G.E.D. in the US) or vocational/technical education in related discipline with a minimum of 1 year of relevant experience

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.

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.