Technician

Date Posted:
2026-02-10
Country:
United States of America
Location:
US-OK-TINKER-AFB-CUST 3001 Staff Dr TINKER AFB (External Site)
Position Role Type:
Onsite
U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

Security Clearance Type:
DoD Clearance: Secret
Security Clearance Status:
Active and existing security clearance required after day 1

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.

Summary: This position is for an Operations Technician that will support the Special Technologies Coating operations for OKC. The successful candidate will be part of a team expected to perform daily shop floor assignments in our plasma coating and water jet business units that achieve the performance and quality targets for the department. The position is responsible for following all EHS requirements and training and Ethic and Compliance requirements that will foster a safe work environment.

This is a 1st Shift position: Monday - Friday 6:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Training may be on 1st or 2nd Shift.

What You Will Do:

• Produce exceptional product in accordance with STC's documented specifications, quality standards and established safety practices, utilize specialized equipment to support each step of the manufacturing process, and ensure exceptional product quality by minimizing product defects prior to and during the production process by performing quality assurance checks and measurements throughout production process


• Experience with Enterprise Resource Planning systems such as SAP, Solumina and MS Office Products


• Must be team-oriented and intentional with supporting a positive workplace culture


• Safely operate small manual & electrical tools in a light-industrial environment and maintain accurate inventory of tooling, product and equipment for assigned work area and safely operate Power & Manual Industrial Equipment inside and outside the production center


• Follow production schedule and ensure production targets are on track and achieved, collaborate with peers and management to ensure transparent and accurate communication flow down, track and report operational performance data to capture daily, weekly and monthly production output, support continuous improvement initiatives that will increase operational efficiency and improve product quality and participate in team meetings and contribute to discussions on production strategies.


• Demonstrate focused discipline and compliance with assigned work instructions, must be flexible to support various work assignments when assigned and maintain a clean and organized work area to 6s standards


• Work overtime and be available for any shift assignment especially during training period


• Lift up to 25 lbs, and stand and work for extended periods of time

Qualifications You Must Have:

• High School Diploma / GED


• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract


• 2+ years experience working in an operational environment: aerospace, warehousing or industrial production


• Must be able to obtain and maintain secret clearance - Security clearance for all supported programs will be required as a condition of employment. If selected, you must remain in position for 12 months after program clearance award date before applying to any other internal company position.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Associates degree and/or military background


• An active government Secret Clearance


• Previous work experience with coating application processes and techniques


• 2+ years of previous work experience with operating technical machinery


• 2+ years experience reading and interpreting 2D drives, micrometers and calipers


• 2+ years experience using fixed or variable measuring instruments to check dimensions

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, 56 hours sick time, 5 days paid Absence with Permission, and 12 paid government holidays throughout the year

Learn More and 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.

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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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