Assembly Technician C/ Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic (Onsite)

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. 

In addition to transforming the future of flight, we are also transforming how and where we work. Pratt & Whitney is laser focused on offering flexibility to our employees. We’ve introduced role types (Onsite, Hybrid, or Remote) and now list them in the job posting title so candidates know where they will operate in our blended work environment.

*Please consider the following role type definitions as you apply for this role.

• 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.
• Hybrid: Employees who are working in Hybrid roles will work regularly both onsite and offsite.
• Remote: Employees who are working in Remote roles will work primarily offsite (from home).

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.

Where the difference you make is on display every day. Just look up. Are you ready to go beyond?

*Note: Hybrid and remote roles at many of our sites are currently working from home because of COVID-19 protocols. Candidates will learn more about role type and current site status throughout the recruiting process.

The Middletown Facility has multiple openings for Assembly Technician C on 2nd shift in SEV Assembly & Instrumentation Middletown.

Qualifications: Requires four years of high school plus four years formal training in a specialized field achieving A&P license or equivalent. Or 4 years of technical high school including technical post high school certification and 5+ years of heavy automotive experience.

Function:  Perform the work necessary to assemble a wide variety of new technology gas turbine engines. Follow specified procedures to perform assembly related activities including all aspects of engine assembly, assembly tooling usage, critical measurements, and instrumentation management during assembly operations. Assist in adjustments to tools and equipment as necessary to perform work and meet process requirements during engine assembly

Typical duties:

• Under direction of leader/supervisor, follow assembly drawings and/or specifications and computer information systems to prepare parts and build subassemblies, modules and accessories for new gas turbine engines where tooling and process methods are established. Perform similar duties assisting with engine test operations and performing component and accessory tests as assigned.

• Use overhaul and repair procedures and specifications to perform the mechanical work to overhaul engines, modules and related components.

• Obtain parts, check details for conformance to assembly requirements and fit and measure components to assure overall dimensions are within limits specified.

• Use mechanic’s hand tools, holding fixtures, and specialized assembly equipment to build engine sections and perform installation of details and maintain equipment and tooling for assigned areas.

• Provide related support for test operations and assist with testing under direct supervision and specific test schedules.

• Perform similar duties to assist with co-producer, customer support or other similar programs, retrofit projects and to accommodate new engine programs and assist with changes in specifications.

May be required to train for, obtain, and maintain licenses, operator permits and certifications within trade specialization.

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