Defensive Line Jobs in Alabama (NOW HIRING)

Date Posted:

2026-07-16

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-AL-MOBILE-320-CUST ~ 320 Airbus Way ~ AIRBUS ASSEMBLY (External Site)

Position Role Type:

Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the company’s immigration sponsorship now or in the future. The company will not offer immigration sponsorship for this position.​ The company will not seek an export authorization for this role.

Security Clearance Type:

None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status:

Not Required

At RTX, the world's 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:

• The Line Maintenance Technician will report directly to the service center manager/Delivery Engineer and will be primarily responsible delivering support to Airbus A220 and A320 programs. In addition, the Line Maintenance Technician will be responsible for maintaining all on site equipment and be engaged in the continuous improvement of all on site processes
• The service center Line Maintenance Technician will work closely with managers and mechanics from Airbus and will be expected to provide feedback and respond to any concerns.
• The line Maintenance Technician will be expected to complete, update and maintain records/database for all maintenance performed in accordance with FAA and P&W procedures.
• The Line Maintenance Technician will ensure that all procedural line items are performed and signed off by the appropriate personnel during line maintenance function.
• The Line Maintenance Technician will resolve Airbus A/C delivery issues and foster an understanding of customer engine maintenance and repair considerations or preferences and will develop internal service center procedures in order to comply with all AIB/FAA requirements
• Maintain the P&W on site workshop to both P&W and Airbus audit standards including the following:
• Tool inventory and control calibration schedules both on and offsite Spare part inventory including the process of distributing parts, receiving and logging in of parts and ensuring inventory is maintained to a level that is capable of supporting the Airbus Delivery schedule
• Maintain company vehicle records and ensure all vehicles are registered for use on Airbus property Maintain consumable inventory and ensure they meet all Airbus and P&W EH&S requirements for on-site use and storage
• Ensure all Personal Protection equipment required by P&W and Airbus is available and used by all on-site P&W personnel

Qualifications You Must Have:

• AA/AS degree (or other 2-year post high school training) with a minimum of 8 years relevant experience. OR 10+ Years of relevant experience, if there is no AA/AS degree
• Formal Propulsion system training
• Previous IAE and P&W engine experience
• Borescope inspection experience
• Knowledgeable on the installation and the removal procedures for flight hardware and troubleshooting engine issues
• Ability to interface with Airbus cockpit computer to evaluate and update engine and test flight anomalies specifically obtaining trim balance solutions to reduce engine vibration to acceptable Airbus parameters

Qualifications We Value:

• AA/AS degree Technical School certification with A&P license
• English Language Fluency - enough to communicate and interpret English language engine/aircraft manuals
• PW NEO engine training
• 4 + years engine maintenance experience

Please ensure the role type defined below is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role.

This position is classified as:

Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.

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.

The salary range for this role is 60,000 USD - 114,000 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills. 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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