Overnight Flight Test Instrumentation Jobs in Connecticut

Date Posted:

2026-06-24

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-CT-MIDDLETOWN-220A ~ Aircraft Rd ~ BLDG 220A

Position Role Type:

Onsite

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

This job requires a U.S. Person. A U.S. Person is a lawful permanent resident as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) or who is a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, U.S. permanent residents, or individuals granted refugee or asylee status in the U.S. are considered U.S. persons. For a complete definition of "U.S. Person" go here. https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-22/chapter-I/subchapter-M/part-120/subpart-C/section-120.62

Security Clearance Type:

None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status:

Not Required

The Middletown Facility has an opening for Assembly Technician C on 2nd shift. Dev Ops, Middletown CT.

Dept: Dev Ops Quality/Inspection

This position is for 2nd shift. Hours are Monday - Friday 3:12pm - 11:59pm.

Function:Perform the work necessary to assemble a wide variety of new technology gas turbine engines. Follow specified procedures to perform assembly related activities including all aspects of engine assembly, assembly tooling usage, critical measurements, and instrumentation management during assembly operations. Assist in adjustments to tools and equipment as necessary to perform work and meet process requirements during engine assembly.

What You Will Do:

• Under direction of leader/supervisor, follow assembly drawings and/or specifications and computer information systems to prepare parts and build subassemblies, modules and accessories for new gas turbine engines where tooling and process methods are established.
• Perform similar duties assisting with engine test operations and performing component and accessory tests as assigned.
• Use overhaul and repair procedures and specifications to perform the mechanical work to overhaul engines, modules and related components.
• Obtain parts, check details for conformance to assembly requirements and fit and measure components to assure overall dimensions are within limits specified.
• Use mechanic's hand tools, holding fixtures, and specialized assembly equipment to build engine sections and perform installation of details and maintain equipment and tooling for assigned areas.
• Provide related support for test operations and assist with testing under direct supervision and specific test schedules.
• Perform similar duties to assist with co-producer, customer support or other similar programs, retrofit projects and to accommodate new engine programs and assist with changes in specifications.

May be required to train for, obtain, and maintain licenses, operator permits and certifications within trade specialization.

Qualifications: Requires four years of high school plus four years formal training in a specialized field achieving A&P license or equivalent. Or 4 years of technical high school including technical post high school certification and 5+ years of heavy automotive 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).

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attendselect 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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