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Airfoil Cell Operator- Baffles 3rd shift (onsite)

East Hartford, CTOnsiteFull TimeEntry-level (exp-based)Posted 1 month ago

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Required skills

  • Airfoil Cell Operator
  • Baffles
  • 3rd shift
  • Dimensional Inspection
  • Visual Inspection
  • Turbine Airfoils
  • Inspection Equipment
  • Quality Assurance
  • Manufacturing Operations
  • Blueprint Reading

Nice to have

  • Pratt & Whitney
  • IAM Bargaining Unit
  • District Lodge 26
  • Local 700
  • Local 1746

Role summary

Pratt & Whitney is seeking an Airfoil Cell Operator for the Baffles position on the 3rd shift. This onsite role involves performing dimensional and visual inspections of turbine airfoils and related equipment using specified methods and standard measuring techniques. The operator will accept or reject materials based on findings, transport parts and fixtures, and ensure adherence to inspection procedures and operation sheets. Responsibilities include maintaining logs and quality assurance forms, and arranging for equipment repair or replacement as needed. A High School Diploma or GED and 1-3 years of related experience, or a post-secondary degree/certificate with 0-1+ years of experience, are required. U.S. citizenship is mandatory for access to program information.

Date Posted:

2026-09-16



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 an immediate need for an Airfoil Cell Operator – Baffles – 3rd Shift (onsite).

What You Will Do:

  • Perform basic dimensional and visual inspection of production turbine airfoils and other equipment using specified methods and techniques.

  • Accept or reject material based on findings.

  • Transport parts, raw material and fixtures.

  • Work from established written inspection procedures, drawings and other pertinent instructions to plan and perform dimensional, visual, and water and airflow inspections on turbine airfoils.

  • Utilize standard measuring techniques and inspection equipment to verify accuracy of parts and accept or reject based on findings.

  • Follow proper procedures to perform in-line checks and verification of dimensions and make sure that operation sheets are followed.

  • Recognize need and arrange for repair or replacement of equipment used in performing the work as necessary.

  • Complete logs, quality assurance forms and other records as necessary.

Qualifications You Must Have:

  • High School Diploma or GED.

  • 1-3 years of related experience. or a completed degree/certificate from a post-secondary or vocational school in a related field with 0-1+years related experience.

Qualifications we prefer:

  • 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!

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.

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