Special Processes - Operator (2nd Shift)

Posted: 2026-09-16 | Location: Middletown, CT (Aircraft Rd, BLDG 220A)

About the role

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 and has been revolutionizing modern flight for over 100 years. This position is for a Production Machinist on 2nd shift at the Pratt & Whitney Middletown, CT facility.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate one machine tool or process equipment type, and operate more than one unrelated machine tool or process equipment type within an assigned area to produce precision turbine engine parts.
• Perform work where methods, procedures and processes are well developed and the required tooling, gaging and fixturing are provided.
• Work from verbal and written instructions, operation sheets, drawings and other pertinent information under the direction of a leader/supervisor.
• Use manual or numerically controlled machine tools such as milling, boring, grinding, turning, broaching and shaping machines to achieve required dimensional specifications.
• Recognize indications of dull or damaged cutting tools and replace as needed.
• Perform bench, assembly and surface finishing operations such as deburring, blending, trimming and fitting using a variety of hand and power tools.
• Follow prescribed methods and procedures to perform drilling, riveting and bonding operations to assemble various details in producing a finished part.
• Operate part‑marking equipment.
• Use a variety of media, dry or liquid, to perform cleaning or part preparation and finishing operations.
• Operate tumbling, grit blast, shot peen, buffing and polishing equipment, wash machines and dip tanks for part surface conditioning; apply masking as required.
• Perform applications of anti‑gall and polymite coatings utilizing dry bake ovens to cure.
• Utilize a variety of fixed or variable measuring instruments to check dimensions and part features.
• Operate OpCert and other computer‑based systems to retrieve and store information and records.
• Perform routine servicing throughout the assigned area following specified procedures and written instructions, such as operators’ checklists, for upkeep and to assure equipment operates properly.
• May be required to train for, obtain and maintain licenses, operator permits and certifications within the assigned area.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Person (lawful permanent resident as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) or a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3); includes U.S. citizens, nationals, permanent residents, refugees, or asylees).
• Security clearance: None/Not required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• 6 months of machining experience.
• 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).

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance.
• Short‑term and 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.
• Eligibility for annual short‑term and/or long‑term incentive compensation programs (subject to performance and business unit/company results).

Schedule

2nd shift typically operates from 3:00 PM – 11:30 PM on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Training on 1st or 2nd shift may be required.