Mechanical Systems Mechanic - 2nd shift (onsite)

Company: RTX
Location: East Hartford
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

Date Posted: 2026-03-13 Country: United States of America Location: US-CT-EAST HARTFORD-ETC ~ 400 Main St ~ BLDG ETC 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 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. At Pratt & Whitney, the difference you make is on display every day. Just look up. Are you ready to go beyond? We have an immediate need for a Mechanical Systems Mechanic - 2nd Shift (onsite) What You Will Do: Repair, construct, overhaul or modify machine tools and related shop equipment. Set up and operate general purpose machine tools to make or repair parts and maintain work area in proper manner. Under direction of supervisor, follow instructions and drawings to determine material requirements, plan sequence of operations, obtain required support services and tools and equipment to carry out assignments. Check to assure equipment and supplies are available when required. Perform equipment installations, maintenance and repair work and carry out preventive maintenance and service as required. May be required to train for, obtain and maintain licenses, operator permits and certifications within assigned trade. Read and draw shop sketches and schematics for mechanical trades and work with electrical schematics. Apply the principles of hydraulics and pneumatics to troubleshoot system/component problems and rebuild or repair related equipment and use the fundamentals of industrial electricity, when necessary. May be required to set up and run lathes, milling machines, drill presses and surface grinders to produce, refurbish or modify common machine components such as shafts, bushings, gears, pulleys, castings and housings. Troubleshoot and repair complex mechanical problems using the principals of numerical controls. Assist others in troubleshooting problems associated with electrical/mechanical components. Check and adjust machine tools for accuracy and alignment. Effectively communicate, orally and in writing, with trades people and vendors, including researching and ordering of parts. Apply the principals of industrial safety and handling of hazardous materials as it relates to machine repair. Manage multiple competing priorities simultaneously. Must be flexible around shifts for coverage and training, including overtime. Must be able to obtain an Industrial Vehicle license to perform related job duties. Must be able to work from heights of 20 feet or less. Qualifications You Must Have: High School Diploma or GED equivalent. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract. Technical education and/or 2 years of experience in the mechanical field (Machine Mechanic, Diesel Mechanic, Electromatic Technician or related experience) Qualifications We Prefer: Work experience in mechanics, assembly methods, fitting and aligning techniques, hydraulics, pneumatics, servomechanisms, engineering drawings interpretation and advanced shop mathematics. Completed technical school certificate or degree preferred. Competent in Microsoft Office and SAP. Qualifications We Value: In compliance with the collective bargaining agreement, priority consideration is given to candidates who are INTERNAL (and recall) to the Pratt & Whitney IAM Bargaining Unit members of District Lodge 26 and Affiliated Locals 700 and 1746 (Connecticut Operations). Learn More & Apply Now! 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. EV5 job code - PWH75225 As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select 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. Privacy Policy and Terms: Click on this link to read the Policy and Terms

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