Machining Team Member role on 3rd shift at RTX (Pratt & Whitney), supporting aerospace engine manufacturing operations in Columbus, GA. You’ll set up and run CNC and other machining equipment, handle specimen tracking/inspection paperwork, and help ensure parts meet strict specifications. Standout perk: strong benefits package including 401(k) match, paid holidays, and an Employee Scholar Program with no waiting period.
- 3 weeks vacation plus holidays
- 401(k) match and insurance benefits
- Employee Scholar Program (no waiting)
2026-05-14
Country:
United States of America
Location
US-GA-MIDLAND-MPC 8801/8987 Macon Rd BLDG MPC
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 daily walk arounds to prior to machining
- Receive-in and examining integrals, slugs or specimens for accuracy
- Sort/work priorities as needed
- Comply with all training required, including Quality procedures as well as MCL Manuals and Standard Work.
- Log specimens in UGA part tracker
- Set up and operate CNC and other process equipment in an assigned area.
- Need to ensure that machines stay running so from time-to-time minor maintenance might be needed.
- Set up and operate basic machine tools to repair, make minor alterations and make the less complicated tooling.
- Perform basic shop mathematics and use basic measurement instruments.
- Assist in the development of other team members.
- Ensure outgoing specimens meet J section specifications
- Ensure receiver number, shop dimensions, and alloy data matches the envelope
- Follow blueprints, Work Instructions and GBMOP to mark locations accurately
- Perform 6s each shift
- Engage in safe process optimization to allow success of production/quality goals while achieving and maintaining cost savings
- Complete all training within the expected time given
- This is a Third Shift Position, M-F 11:30PM - 7:00Am
Qualifications You Must Have:
- High School Diploma or GED required
- A minimum of 1year of work experience in machining and/or quality manufacturing
- Must be willing to work the scheduled shift and may need to train on an alternate shift.
- Overtime may be required.
- U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.
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
What is my 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.
Learn More & Apply Now!
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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