Engine Inspector

Position Details

Date Posted: 2025-08-21

Country: United States of America

Location: PW100: East Hartford, 400 Main Street, East Hartford, CT, 06118 USA

Role Type: Onsite

U.S. Citizenship Requirement: U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

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

• Perform visual and dimensional inspection to verify the proper assembly and disassembly of new and overhaul gas turbine engines and components
• Follow procedures to determine extent and nature of repairs needed to restore parts and accessories to required specifications
• Perform related inspection and process paperwork in associated area
• Work from written inspection procedures, drawings and other instructions to perform inspection of specified engine build or overhaul operations
• Carry out required visual and dimensional inspection procedures prior to shipment
• Refer for acceptance or identify nonconformance for quality review as appropriate and recommend necessary processes
• Follow detailed instructions to assist with the evaluation of engine in need of repair or overhaul including taking of photographs and visually inspecting engine for needed repair
• Perform routine inspection of parts, accessories or equipment and effect paperwork to refer for further processing
• Coordinate parts for processing through overhaul or repair operations to ensure the most efficient and cost effective routing
• Evaluate paperwork and determine change in processes as required, and reallocate parts to work centers as needed
• Use a variety of fixed and variable measuring instruments to check dimensions and record results
• Perform mathematical computations to determine extent of nonconformance
• Recognize need and arrange for repair or replacement of equipment
• Perform routine servicing throughout the assigned area following specified procedures and written instructions such as inspector's check list for upkeep and to assure equipment operates properly
• Assist others who are responsible for inspection processes and operations such as swaps and buys and other specialized assignments within the scope and skill level of this job description
• Refer problems to leader/supervisor
• May be assigned to carry out tasks not specifically listed, within the scope and skill level of this job description in support of department objectives and to develop individual's skills
• May be required to train for, obtain and maintain licenses, operator permits and certifications within assigned specialization

Qualifications You Must Have

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• 2+ years of aircraft trades training or equivalent experience and 2+ years of work experience in aircraft engine construction, operation and related inspection and assembly methods, or machine shop practices and repair procedures

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).

Safety & Regulatory Information

This position may require access to systems/tools that are restricted to individuals who possess US citizenship. Pratt & Whitney in East Hartford, CT is a FAA regulated facility and as such under the U.S. Departments of Transportation's Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). This position is considered safety sensitive in accordance with FAA Guidelines. Candidate will be subject to drug and alcohol testing per FAA's regulation 14 CFR part 120, as well as 49 CFR part 40.

Work Environment

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. 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.

Benefits

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
• 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.

Additional Information

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 Statement

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.