Engineering Technician - 1st Shift (Onsite)

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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.

Innovation through diversity 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?

Job Summary:

The Aftermarket Repair organization (PSD) located in Springdale, AR is looking for an Engineering Technician for 1st shift. 

Pratt & Whitney PSD is a FAA regulated facility, and compliance with such rules is a condition of employment.

1st Shift Hours are Monday - Friday 6:30am - 3:00pm

Key Responsibilities:

• The candidate will perform a wide variety of design and machining tasks in support of the engineering and manufacturing organizations. 
• The candidate will be responsible for collecting design criterion, concepting, and completing functional designs of many types of tooling.  Some examples include machining fixtures and jigs, holding fixtures, assembly jigs, inspection gauges, and special cutting tools.  All designs must take into consideration the part tolerances, product life, product volume, manufacturing capabilities, manufacturing costs, ergonomics, and user safety.
• The candidate will use AutoCAD to complete technical drawings that effectively communicate design intent to adequately tolerance tooling and meet all drawing standards.
• The candidate will communicate effectively with a wide variety of personnel to gather design requirements for assigned tasks.
• The candidate will maintain accurate documentation of tooling databases while maintaining configuration control and other required recordkeeping.
• The candidate will work with Engineering and Manufacturing for the implementation of tooling and fixturing.
• The candidate will troubleshoot problems with existing tooling and provide potential solutions and improvements.
• The candidate will set-up and operate conventional, and computerized numeric control (CNC) machines to fabricate and repair metallic and non-metallic parts.

Basic Qualifications:

• HS Diploma or GED equivalent
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.
• 2+ years of AutoCAD experience/training
• 2+ years of machining experience/training to include set-up of fixtures, tools, attachments, and accessories.
• Previous experience/training reading blueprints, drawings, manuals, and specifications.
• Working knowledge in geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong attention to detail and work ethic
• Experience in 3D modeling using UG NX
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work in a team environment with a professional, positive, proactive attitude, strong customer focus, and a desire to help others

Additional Information:

• Pratt & Whitney Springdale, AR 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.
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

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.

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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