Welder Development Overhaul 2nd Shift (Onsite)

Company: RTX
Location: East Hartford
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

Date Posted: 2026-02-26 Country: United States of America Location: US-CT-EAST HARTFORD-ETC ~ 400 Main St ~ BLDG ETC 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 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? We have a need for a Welder Development Overhaul 2nd Shift (onsite). What You Will Do: Perform routine hand fusion welding, electron beam welding and associated metal joining processes in a developmental or overhaul arena where specific methods and techniques have been established and tooling or other means to hold and locate work is readily available. Follow detailed directions of leader/supervisor to carry out development, repair and restoration projects for engine parts and tools. Layout work requirements and obtain needed equipment to perform routine repair and alteration operations. Perform standard hand and machine welding operations to fabricate or restore parts and tools where close tolerances are not normally required and specifically defined criteria is used. Utilize black light process to determine extent of repairs required. Build up finished machined surfaces and repair simple cracks and other routine imperfections. Use a variety of fixed and variable measuring instruments to check dimensions and record results. Recognize need and arrange for repair or replacement of equipment used in performing the work as necessary. Perform routine servicing throughout the assigned area following specified procedures and written instructions such as operators check list for upkeep and to assure equipment operates properly. Assist others responsible for new process tryout, and other specialized assignments within the scope and skill level of this job description. Perform similar duties throughout assigned area within the scope and skill level of this job description. assist other trades working on joint projects where common skill crossover provides the opportunity for shared responsibilities and more efficient use of available skills. Refer difficulties to leader/supervisor. Maintain logs and records as requested to communicate findings and prepare requests for approval. May be required to train for obtain and maintain licenses, operator permits and certifications within assigned area. 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 individuals’ skills. Qualifications You Must Have: High school diploma or GED equivalent Qualifications We Prefer: TIG welding and Inconel metal welding 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). Learn More & Apply Now! Must be a U.S. Citizen. 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. 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. 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. Privacy Policy and Terms: Click on this link to read the Policy and Terms

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