Date Posted: 2026-01-12

Country: United States of America

Location: PW103: Midland GA 8801 Macon Road, Midland, GA, 31820 USA

Position Role Type: Onsite

Immigration Status Requirements

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: This job requires a U.S. Person. A U.S. Person is a lawful permanent resident as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) or who is a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, U.S. permanent residents, or individuals granted refugee or asylee status in the U.S. are considered U.S. persons. For a complete definition of "U.S. Person" go here. https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-22/chapter-I/subchapter-M/part-120/subpart-C/section-120.62

Security Clearance

None/Not Required

About Pratt & Whitney

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?

What You Will Do

We have an opportunity for a Grainsize Inspector to be based in Columbus, GA. (onsite role)

Mech Testing: (may include)

• Perform daily walk arounds to prior to testing
• Receive-in and inspect testing specimens for accuracy
• Sort priorities as needed
• Operate multiple machines for Specimen testing
• Comply with all training required, including Quality procedures as well as MCL Manuals and Standard Work
• Log testing data in UGA
• Maintain required log books

Grainsize:

• Perform internal and external grainsize operations on parts
• Follow blueprints, Work Instructions and GBMOP to mark locations accurately
• Utilize different chemicals for the etching process
• Prepare specimens by operating different equipment and polishing methods
• Use Solumina and UGA for data recording
• Perform grainsize readings on the microscope

Inspection:

• Receive specimens from shop
• Measure specimens on shadow graph and compare to given specifications
• Prioritize based on specified priorities
• Move specimens to test in UGA
• Daily setups and checks of shadow graph
• Create turnback as needed

All:

• Perform 6s each shift
• Engage in process optimization to allow success of production/quality goals while achieving and maintaining cost savings
• Complete all training within the expected time given

Qualifications You Must Have

• High School Diploma or GED
• Must be willing to work the scheduled shift and may need to train on an alternate shift. Overtime may be required.
• 1+ years of experience in machining and/or quality in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Familiar with blueprints.

Qualifications We Value

• Two to five years' experience in quality/aerospace manufacturing environment.
• Technical degree preferred.
• Proficient in MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, and quality procedures.
• Understanding of internal and external customer requirements with a high attention to detail in resolving findings.
• Good organizational skills.

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

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. 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.

Equal Opportunity

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.

About RTX

RTX is an aerospace and defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 195,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.