
Mechanical Technician – Machinist
RTX · NS-HALIFAX-PLANT 41 ~ 189 Pratt & Whitney Dr ~ PLANT 41, CA
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Reliability
- Industry
- Aerospace & defense
- Posted
- 15 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level reliability role at RTX (aerospace & defense) in NS-HALIFAX-PLANT 41 ~ 189 Pratt & Whitney Dr ~ PLANT 41, CA. Innovative, state-of-the-art products and technology: next-generation aircraft and helicopter engines (PW800, PT6E-series, F135, etc.).
- Tools it names
- Kaizen, Robotics, Automation, CNC, Machining, Tooling
- Openings
- 3 with this title at this site
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How this role compares
Against 88 other live reliability postings in California.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- Not stated
Typical $72k–$110k, from 7 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 3+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- Welding 35%
- Team leadership 34%
- ✓ Tooling 33%
- PLC 33%
- ✓ Automation 20%
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Stands out: this posting asks for Kaizen, Machining, SolidWorks, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
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How to get in at this plant
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- 1
Pick 2–3 people on the Reliability team at RTX
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- 2
Send a short, curious note
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- 3
Turn a reply into a short call
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- What does a normal week look like on your team?
- How did you land the job? What stood out in your interviews?
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This plant: RTX in NS-HALIFAX-PLANT 41 ~ 189 Pratt & Whitney Dr ~ PLANT 41
1 other open role at this site.
- Electro/Mechanical Maintenance technician · Reliability · Technician
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What You Need
to Succeed
Requirements
- ✓Technical certification as a Machinist, Post-Secondary training as a Mechanical Engineering Technician.
- ✓Mechanical design skills using CAD Software for designing Production fixtures, jigs, and automation equipment for use in an Electronic Manufacturing Production environment.
- ✓Previous grinding and/or machining experience will be considered an asset
- ✓Experience with Mastercam CAD/CAM Software
- ✓Experience with Haas CNC Equipment
- ✓Experience with SolidWorks CAD Software
- ✓Must be eligible to permanently work in Canada
- ✓Fluency in English
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Country
Canada
Location
CA-NS-HALIFAX-PLANT 41 ~ 189 Pratt & Whitney Dr ~ PLANT 41
Position Role Type
Onsite
About Pratt & Whitney Canada
Pratt & Whitney Canada (P&WC) is a global leader in the aerospace industry. We manufacture next-generation engines that power the world’s largest fleet of aircraft and helicopters in the business, general, and regional aviation sectors.
Over nearly 100 years, we have made numerous breakthroughs in the development of engines that transport goods and equipment, fight forest fires, and carry passengers.
An Employer of Choice
Pratt & Whitney Canada was recognized as one of the 10 Best Employers in Canada in 2025 by Forbes and was ranked number one among employers in the country’s aerospace and defense industry! Together, these distinctions confirm our reputation as an employer of choice in the Montreal area, across Canada, and around the world.
What will your day-to-day look like?
The Case line is seeking mechanical technicians. You will be responsible of set up, operate, and adjust a wide range of computer-numerically controlled (CNC) machine tools—including lathes, grinders, milling machines, EDM machines, and laser cutting machines—to machine new parts and repair worn parts.
To do this, you will
- •Prepare and interpret conventional and computer-assisted design (CAD) engineering designs, drawings, and specifications for machines and components, power transmission systems, process piping, heating, ventilating and air conditioning systems
- •Set-up, program, operate, and maintain CNC Milling equipment.
- •Perform Manual Lathe and Milling Operations.
- •Use specialized equipment, related software and systems such as, but not limited to, robotics, machine logic, tooling, Human - Machine Interface (HMI), and Computer Numerical Controlled (CNC) milling, part marking and ATTI.
- •Conduct tests and analyses of machines, components and materials to determine their performance, strength, response to stress and other characteristics
- •Facilitate continuous improvement by using tools such as Kaizen events and CORE Operating System.
- •Design moulds, tools, dies, jigs and fixtures for use in manufacturing processes
- •Be actively involved in maintaining training documentation (OJT’s, Standard Work) and leading area training as required.
- •Support EH&S initiatives and actively participate in incident investigations, tier 1 audits and WAA
- •Report and present on Manufacturing Line cell
What we offer
- •A renowned, global company
- •Innovative, state-of-the-art products and technology: next-generation aircraft and helicopter engines (PW800, PT6E-series, F135, etc.)
- •Development of green and sustainable technologies
- •Career development and education programs
- •Leadership training programs and mentoring
- •Range of employee benefits, savings plan and pension plan
- •Recognized environmental, health and safety practices
- •Corporate health and wellness programs and employee resource groups
- •On-site Gym Facility
- •Support to relocation available
Working at Pratt & Whitney
At Pratt & Whitney Canada, we combine passion, boldness, and precision to design, manufacture, and maintain the world’s most advanced and reliable aircraft engines. Our work and the quality of our products contribute to our customers’ success, who in turn save lives, support commerce, connect communities, and protect freedoms.
At Pratt & Whitney Canada, you have the opportunity to make a difference every day; just look up. Are you ready to go above and beyond?
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