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Automation Technician - Disk Maintenance (Onsite)

RTX
Posted 25 days ago, valid for 16 days
Location

Columbus, Muscogee 31999, GA

Salary

Competitive

Contract type

Full Time

Paid Time Off
Life Insurance
Employee Assistance
Flexible Spending Account

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  • Pratt & Whitney is seeking an entry-level professional contributor for their System Engineering team in Midland, GA, requiring an associate's degree in mechanical engineering, robotics, or a related field.
  • Candidates should have at least 2 years of industrial maintenance experience, particularly with control technology in a production environment.
  • The role involves installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting control systems, as well as reporting on system capabilities to leadership.
  • The position offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and 401(k) matching.
  • This is an onsite role, and applicants must be U.S. Persons as defined by relevant immigration laws.

Date Posted:

2026-02-09

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-GA-MIDLAND-MPC 8801 Macon Rd BLDG MPC

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

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?

What You Will Do:

As part of our team, you will install, maintain, and replace systems throughout the production process. You will also troubleshoot component parts, including motion sensors, control components, photosensors, and other vital technology. In addition to maintaining smooth operation, you will operate as a liason and point of contact for leadership and key decision-makers, delivering reports on current System Control capabilities and future opportunities for improvement. This is a specialized position, and our ideal applicant has experience and education in engineering, robotics, and production controls.

  • Install, maintain, and replace Control systems at key points in the production process
  • Troubleshoot non-functioning components including servos, sensors, and control components
  • Develop and improve HMI and SCADA systems (mostly Ignition based)
  • Verify data collection redundancy and security for process parameter
  • Log equipment usage, parts replacement, and scheduled maintenance to ensure maximum functionality
  • Periodically report to leadership regarding control capabilities and status
  • Verify stability, interoperability, portability, security, or scalability of system architecture
  • Develop system engineering, software engineering, system integration, or distributed system architectures.
  • Collaborate with engineers or software developers to select appropriate design solutions or ensure the compatibility of system components.
  • Identify system data, hardware, or software components required to meet user needs.
  • Communicate with staff or clients to understand specific system requirements.
  • An entry-level professional contributor on System Engineering team. Has theoretical knowledge. Problems faced may be difficult or complex.
  • Work is moderately supervised. Influences others within the work area through explanation of facts, policies and practices.

Qualifications You Must Have:

  • Associates degree in mechanical engineering, robotics, or a closely related technical field preferred
  • Experience in a production environment, particularly as it relates to control technology
  • Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
  • Project approach experience or awareness
  • Excellent mechanical aptitude and communication skills

Qualifications We Value:

  • 2 years or more industrial maintenance working directly with machines (doing both electrical and mechanical).

  • Experience working with Microsoft Office.

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.

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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