Date Posted:

2026-03-26

Country:

United States of America:

Location:

US-NC-ASHEVILLE-330 ~ 330 Pratt Whitney Blvd ~ PRATT WHITNEY

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

At RTX, the world 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. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world.

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. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

What You Will Do:

• Perform routine tasks related to preventive and corrective maintenance, and servicing of machinery and equipment. Assist in troubleshooting mechanical and electrical systems including the installation, inspection, maintenance, repair, and overhaul of plant machinery in accordance with manufacturer specifications
• Responsible to maintain fluid levels on machinery, change filters as needed, document and analyze fluid usage, operate and maintain fluids filtration equipment.
• Proactively perform basic equipment maintenance such as turnarounds, clean robot booths, remove swarf build up in machines, remove grinding grit and fragments from machines, empty and clean oil skimmers, clean and service parts washers, remove and replace de-ionized water bottles
• Perform administrative maintenance tasks and associated paperwork, monitor fluids, filters, and consumable inventories, document work in SAP maintenance management suite (CMMS) and properly utilize the shop floor Andon system, operate PIVs as required and maintain inspection records and follow safe work practices and keep up to date on EH&S/OSHA training requirements
• Travel up to 10% to equipment manufacturers and training
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Lift up, push, pull, bend, squat, climb, stand, walk, and twist hands, work in a confined space and maintain a forklift license

What You Will Learn:

• Ability to diagnose and repair problems in mechanical, electrical, electronic controls and associated systems relative to industrial equipment operations
• How to read and interpret P&IDs, electrical schematics, and technical drawings
• Working with PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers) and basic automation systems
• Preventive and predictive maintenance techniques to improve equipment reliability
• Excellent mechanical aptitude and ability.
• Knowledge and use of precision measuring devices.
• Ability to prioritize and adjust schedule to meet production needs.
• Good communication skills including ability to follow verbal and written instructions.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• High School Diploma or Equivalency (GED) w/ post-secondary education in maintenance, and/or 2-4 years of equivalent maintenance experience
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program / contract
• Basic mechanical and electrical skill with a desire to pursue a career in the skilled trades field
• Familiar with OSHA and general safety practices

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Technical aptitude in the following fields: basic mechanics, rigging, hydraulics, pneumatics, vacuum systems, electrical, automation, and PLC/CNCs
• Capable of safely working on electrical systems up to 480V (Electrical Safe Work Practices), instrumentation and control systems, and mechanical systems
• MIG/ TIG Welding, fabrication, basic machining
• Technical certifications or an associate’s degree in a maintenance related field

What We Offer:

• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• Short-term disability, long-term disability and parental leave
• 401(k) match
• Flexible spending accounts
• Employee assistance program
• Employee Scholar Program (No waiting period!)
• Paid time off including: 3 weeks of vacation, 5 personal sick days, 3 unpaid days for unique situations at supervisor discretion, and 12 paid government holidays throughout the year

Learn More & Apply Now!

Please ensure the role type defined below is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role. This position is classified as Onsite. Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.

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.

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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.

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