Gate 3 Mechanic

At RTX, the world’s largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. Pratt & Whitney is a world leader in the design, manufacture and service of aircraft engines and auxiliary power systems, revolutionizing modern flight for over 100 years. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

About the role

Join Pratt & Whitney at our Columbus Engine Center as a Mechanic, where you’ll play a critical role in the overhaul, repair, and assembly of advanced jet engines that power commercial and military aircraft worldwide. This is a hands-on, team-driven position focused on ensuring engines are restored to peak performance, safety, and reliability.

This is a 1st Shift position: Monday – Thursday, 5:00 am – 3:30 pm.

U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access certain necessary systems. This role is onsite at our facility in Columbus, GA.

Responsibilities

• Work under general supervision, receiving direction on normal work activities and instructions for new assignments.
• Serve as a team member responsible for turbine engine, engine module, or component maintenance in accordance with published work instructions and approved technical data.
• Utilize common hand tools, specialized tooling, and fixtures to assemble, disassemble, and test jet engines.
• Ensure all phases of assembly/disassembly comply with work instructions and self-inspection or peer inspection of critical processes to adhere to quality standards.
• Monitor and ensure processes meet Safety, Quality, and Delivery objectives.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Typically requires 3+ years of mechanical experience in manufacturing, maintenance, automotive, aviation, military, or a related technical field.

Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications:

• Aviation engine overhaul and repair experience.
• Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) License or Powerplant (P) Certificate.
• Hands-on experience in one or more of the following disciplines: Disassembly, Inspection, Assembly, or Turbine Engine Test Operations.
• Familiarity with continuous improvement methodologies such as Lean Six Sigma.
• Experience using Microsoft Office applications and SAP.

This position is considered safety-sensitive in accordance with FAA Guidelines. Candidates will be subject to pre-employment drug and alcohol testing, as well as ongoing random testing as an employee per FAA’s regulation 14 CFR part 120 and 49 CFR part 40.

Benefits

• 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, including:
  • 3 weeks of vacation.
  • 5 personal sick days.
  • 3 unpaid days for unique circumstances (at supervisor discretion).
  • 12 paid government holidays annually.