Jet Engine Assembly and Test Mechanic

RTX

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(263)

West Palm Beach, FL

Why you should apply for a job to RTX:

  • Ranked as one of the Best Companies for Women in 2019
  • 4/5 in overall job satisfaction
  • 69% say women are treated fairly and equally to men
  • 78% would recommend this company to other women
  • 79% say the CEO supports gender diversity
  • Ratings are based on anonymous reviews by Fairygodboss members.
  • Programs are also available for dependent and adult care, family leave, college planning, counseling and personal convenience services.
  • We provide programs that offer solutions to life’s challenges, including a variety of flexible work arrangements and paid time off.
  • Employees may participate in tax-advantaged accounts to pay for eligible health and dependent care expenses with pretax dollars.
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    Position summary

    of thought. At Pratt & Whitney, we believe diversity of thought enables creativity, innovation, and a foundation for inclusion. By fostering an inclusive culture, we accept a shared accountability and responsibility to recognize, sponsor, coach, hire and promote talent equally. We welcome our employees to be their whole - best - selves at work because trust, respect and integrity, are a part of our DNA.

    At Pratt & Whitney, the difference you make is on display every day. Just look up. Are you ready to go beyond?  
      
    **What You Will Do**  
      
    This is an amazing opportunity to work as an Assembly and Test Mechanic in our GTF MRO Commercial Engine Center.  
      
    This is a 2nd shift . Monday-Friday 3:30pm to Midnight. There is a 10% shift differential on the 2nd shift.  
      
    You will use a wide variety of power and mechanical tools to perform functional checks on engine assembly/components or test equipment/test components.  
      
    You will acquire tools and hardware as required to perform assembly and test procedures.  
      
    We operate a wide variety of tools to assemble/disassemble a jet engine or operate support utilities to run the test article.  
      
    We monitor instrumentation and perform engine service during test under the direction of supervision or delegate.  
      
    You will use work instruction and procedures to assemble/dissemble jet engines or other assigned work.  
      
    You will check all phases of assembly, as specified by work instructions, to perform self-inspection or peer inspection of critical processes ensuring adherence to quality standards.  
      
    Work independently or with assigned personnel to set up the test stand, and preparing and mounting the test article per procedure.  
      
    we assist with engine inspections as required by the engine test plan.  
      
    You will inspect, maintain, and complete necessary reporting on equipment, facilities, and support systems.  
      
    Remove instrumentation, equipment, and utilities to de-prep, dismount, and preserve test article for shipment.  
      
    You will prepare test article for proper storage and transportation. Move test article to the proper location.  
      
    Package engines for shipment to the customer  
      
    May be asked to work varying shifts as needed.  
      
    **What you Will Learn**  
      
    Skills, systems, and processes critical to aerospace manufacturing within a state of the art facility.  
      
    Interpretation/Application of tech data to aide in the disassembly and assembly of commercial jet engines  
      
    Forklift, scissor lift, and other PIV trainings  
      
    **Qualifications You Must Have**  
      
    High school graduate or GED  
      
    2+ years of formal training in power-plant mechanics and testing.  
      
    U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract  
      
    **Qualifications We Prefer**  
      
    A & P License  
      
    4+ years in similar function  
      
    Previous MRO/FAR 145 repair station experience is preferred.  
      
    Formal training in power plant mechanics and testing.  
      
    Well-rounded knowledge of FAA and aviation standards, jet engine design and operation, jet engine hardware and components, instrumentation installations, engine assembly or test stand experience.  
      
    SAP, Solumina experience.  
      
    Creative troubleshooting skills.  
      
    Possess excellent judgment and professional maturity.  
      
    Possess exceptional people and interpersonal skills.  
      
    **What We Offer**  
      
    Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance  
    Health Savings Accounts (HSA)  
    Short-term disability, long-term disability and New Parent Leave  
    Savings Plan with Company Automatic Contribution and potential for a Company Match  
    Employee Scholar Program (available upon hire date)  
    Employee Assistance Program (EAP)  
    Paid-Time Off includes: vacation days, sick/personal days, incentive vacation, birthday holiday  
    (8) Company recognized holidays and (5) Holiday Shutdown days from Christmas to the New Year  
      
    **Learn More and Apply Now!**  
      
    Pratt & Whitney West Palm Beach 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.  
      
    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 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.  
      
    Must be a U.S. Citizen. This position may require access to systems/tools that are restricted to individuals who possess US citizenship
    
    • Additional Job Description
      Additional Job Description

    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/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.

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    Why you should apply for a job to RTX:

  • Ranked as one of the Best Companies for Women in 2019
  • 4/5 in overall job satisfaction
  • 69% say women are treated fairly and equally to men
  • 78% would recommend this company to other women
  • 79% say the CEO supports gender diversity
  • Ratings are based on anonymous reviews by Fairygodboss members.
  • Programs are also available for dependent and adult care, family leave, college planning, counseling and personal convenience services.
  • We provide programs that offer solutions to life’s challenges, including a variety of flexible work arrangements and paid time off.
  • Employees may participate in tax-advantaged accounts to pay for eligible health and dependent care expenses with pretax dollars.