Gate 1 Mechanic - 2nd Shift (Onsite)

Job Description

About the Company RTX is the world's largest aerospace and defense company, where 185,000 people are united by purpose and inspired to help solve the world's most complex problems. Across three market-leading businesses, world-class operations and sustained investment in research and development, RTX offers capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Pratt & Whitney, an RTX business, 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. Role Overview At Pratt & Whitney's Columbus Engine Center quality is mission-critical, and as an Engine Inspector you are the final line of defence in ensuring every engine meets the highest standards of safety, performance and reliability. You will perform detailed inspections throughout the engine overhaul and assembly process, verifying that all work complies with technical data, regulatory requirements and internal quality standards. Shift: 2nd Shift, Monday to Thursday, 3:30 pm to 2:00 am. Work location: Onsite, 8801/8987 Macon Rd, Midland, Georgia. Eligibility: U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorised to access certain necessary systems. No security clearance is required. Key Responsibilities Use a variety of tooling and precision measurement equipment to inspect engine components and validate proper configuration. Provide complete and accurate documentation to support engine assembly and maintenance. Meet production and inspection goals for the facility. Complete and review technical documentation, including Fits and Clearances, Engine Inspection Reports (EIR) and SAP records. Review engine package documentation to ensure accuracy and compliance. Support a team-based environment focused on continuous improvement and operational excellence. Requirements High school diploma or GED equivalent. 1+ years' relevant experience. Licences & Qualifications Preferred: Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) Licence or Powerplant (P) Certificate. Experience Preferred: experience within engine overhaul, inspection or repair. Preferred: proficiency using precision measuring tools. Preferred: strong ability to identify and resolve configuration and compatibility issues. Preferred: familiarity with continuous improvement methodologies such as Lean Six Sigma or RTX's CORE Operating System. Preferred: experience using Microsoft Office applications and SAP. What We Offer Comprehensive medical, dental, vision and life insurance coverage. Short-term and long-term disability, plus parental leave. 401(k) plan with company match. Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent care. Employee Assistance Program for personal and professional support. Employee Scholar Program with no waiting period. Generous paid time off, granted upfront and pro-rated based on start date: 3 weeks of vacation, 5 personal sick days, 3 unpaid days for unique circumstances (at supervisor discretion) and 12 paid public holidays annually. Additional Information FAA safety-sensitive role: Pratt & Whitney Columbus, GA is an FAA-regulated facility, and this position is considered safety sensitive under FAA guidelines. Candidates are subject to drug and alcohol testing as a pre-employment contingency and to ongoing random testing as an employee under FAA regulation 14 CFR part 120 and 49 CFR part 40. Role type: Onsite. Employees in onsite roles work primarily onsite; this includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of the engines. Commuting to and from the assigned site is the employee's personal responsibility. As part of RTX's commitment to a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend selected steps of the interview process in person at one of the company's office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated onsite, hybrid or remote. Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term and 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 depend on the business unit and on whether the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Hired applicants may also be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programmes depending on the level of the position and whether it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments are not guaranteed and depend on individual, business unit and company performance. This 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, although candidate flow and business necessity may shorten or extend it.

Requirements

• Use a variety of tooling and precision measurement equipment to inspect engine components and validate proper configuration.
• Provide complete and accurate documentation to support engine assembly and maintenance.
• Meet production and inspection goals for the facility.
• Complete and review technical documentation, including Fits and Clearances, Engine Inspection Reports (EIR) and SAP records.
• Support a team-based environment focused on continuous improvement and operational excellence.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• 1+ years' relevant experience.
• Preferred: Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) Licence or Powerplant (P) Certificate.
• Preferred: experience within engine overhaul, inspection or repair.
• Preferred: proficiency using precision measuring tools.
• Preferred: strong ability to identify and resolve configuration and compatibility issues.
• Preferred: familiarity with continuous improvement methodologies such as Lean Six Sigma or RTX's CORE Operating System.
• Preferred: experience using Microsoft Office applications and SAP.
• Short-term and long-term disability, plus parental leave.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent care.
• Employee Assistance Program for personal and professional support.
• Employee Scholar Program with no waiting period.

Benefits

• Review engine package documentation to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision and life insurance coverage.
• Generous paid time off, granted upfront and pro-rated based on start date: 3 weeks of vacation, 5 personal sick days, 3 unpaid days for unique circumstances (at supervisor discretion) and 12 paid public holidays annually.