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Entry-Level Heat Treating Technician

Pratt & Whitney is working to once again transform the future of flightdesigning, 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 flightbeyond 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?

As an Entry-Level Heat Treating Technician, you will support the team in performing basic heat treat processes on jet engine parts and other components. This role involves following clear instructions and procedures under supervision while learning to operate manual and computer-controlled furnaces. Training will be provided, and you will gain hands-on experience to develop your skills in heat treatment processes such as stress relieving, hardening, and annealing.

This is a 1st Shift Position: Monday - Thursday 6:30 am - 4:30 pm.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in performing basic heat treatment processes like stress relieving, hardening, and annealing based on written instructions.
• Help set up and operate electric, vacuum, and gas furnaces under supervision.
• Load parts onto fixtures and into furnaces following established guidelines.
• Use basic computer controls to adjust temperature settings and time cycles under the guidance of senior technicians.
• Monitor and assist in maintaining the correct temperature and cooling rates during heat treat cycles.
• Assist in setting thermocouples and ensuring accurate temperature readings.
• Help inspect parts for hardness and report results to the supervisor.
• Follow proper safety and handling procedures when unloading parts from furnaces.
• Keep work area clean and organized.
• Work with the team to ensure production deadlines are met.
• Participate in training to develop heat treating skills and knowledge.
• Be flexible with shifts and overtime to support department goals and maintain workflow.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• HS Diploma or GED
• U.S. citizenship is required
• Prior work experience reading and following work instructions

Qualifications We Value:

• Prior Manufacturing experience is a plus
• Past experience reading Forge blueprints

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 holidays

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.

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.