Job Description

Date Posted:

2026-04-07

Country:

Canada

Location:

CA-NS-HALIFAX-PLANT 41 ~ 189 Pratt & Whitney Dr ~ PLANT 41

Position Role Type:

Onsite

Job title: Material Review Investigator

About Pratt & Whitney Canada

Pratt & Whitney Canada (P&WC) is a global leader in aerospace innovation, proudly headquartered in Longueuil, Quebec, since 1928. We design and manufacture next-generation aircraft engines that power the world’s largest fleet of business, general aviation, and regional aircraft and helicopters.

For nearly 100 years, our teams have been at the forefront of propulsion technology, pushing boundaries to make flight more efficient and reliable. Our engines support missions that truly matter, from transporting people and essential goods, to enabling emergency medical services, humanitarian operations, and wildfire suppression around the world.

An Employer of Choice

Pratt & Whitney Canada was named one of Canada’s Best Employers for 2026 by Forbes, marking the 11th consecutive year the company has earned this recognition. Pratt & Whitney Canada also ranked #1 employer in the aerospace and defense industry in the country. In addition, our headquarters continues to be recognized among the top employers in the Montreal region. Together, these distinctions reinforce our reputation as an employer of choice in Montreal, across Canada, and around the world.

Why join our team?

We’re looking for a detail-oriented individual to join our team to support and ensure our products meet the highest standards of functionality, reliability and performance. The role reports to the Quality Manager, who is responsible to maintain Quality and Conformity in a complex manufacturing facility.

The position is based at our Halifax (Enfield) location, full time (40h per week) and on-site with flexibility is typical, however, depending on the position, shift 11.5 hrs "day" may be required.

What will your day-to-day look like?

The MR Investigator maintains the highest standards of quality through rigorous testing, evaluation, and continuous improvement. This role involves collaboration with cross-functional teams to identify quality issues, implement solutions, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards. Quality Specialists are instrumental in enhancing customer satisfaction and driving operational efficiency by minimizing defects and variations in products or services.

The MR Investigator is responsible for the following tasks:

• Ensure product integrity and quality control.
• Ensure compliance, communication and awareness of quality requirements in the aeronautical field.
• Identify, submit and implement quality system improvement needs.
• Respond to non-conformance notifications (QN), assessing part condition, and determining the appropriate disposition (use-as-is, repair, scrap, deviation, etc.)
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (planning, engineering, production) to resolve quality issues and prevent future occurrences.
• Coordinate, communicate with the different groups (planning, engineering,) and facilitate the non-conformity management process OR Collaborate with production teams to identify quality issues and recommend solutions.
• Participate in quality clinics for product improvement and document outcomes.
• Perform visual inspections by handling appropriate measuring instruments.
• Conduct root cause analysis to identify and address quality problems.
• Act as a quality technical reference in complex situations requiring judgment, analysis, and decision-making

What do you need to be successful?

Must-haves:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field (e.g., business, engineering, science), Diploma in an engineering discipline, Journeyman machinist, or equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.
• 3 Years (minimum) experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Working knowledge with Microsoft Office Suite IE: Excel, Outlook etc.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• High level of accuracy in auditing and documentation.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for reporting findings

Assets:

• Experience with continuous improvement methodologies.
• Experience with CAD software, Catia V5.
• Experience in Quality Review - QR or Planning.
• Technical expertise and knowledge of the manufacture of aerospace parts.
• Experience with reading Blueprints and geometric tolerances
• Knowledge of problem solving processes (ex. Dive / DAISE/ RCCA).
• Experience in quality control and the use of measurement instruments.
• Knowledge of SAP, PLM, AS9102.

What do we offer?

• Pension and savings plan with employer contributions
• Group insurance program
• Employee & Family Assistance program (EFAP)
• Opportunities for advancement (career progression)
• Education Assistance Program tuition reimbursement for skill developpement and continuous learning
• Employee recognition program
• Health and wellness program, including virtual health care
• Recreational and sport club and on-site Gym Facility
• Public transit accessibility and / or free parking

Working at Pratt & Whitney Canada

The masculine pronoun is used without discrimination and solely for the purpose of making the text easier to read. We will consider applications from all qualified candidates.

At Pratt & Whitney Canada, we combine passion, boldness, and precision to design, manufacture, and maintain the most advanced and reliable aircraft engines in the world. Our work and the quality of our products contribute to the success of our customers, 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 beyond?

The selected candidate will be required to complete a criminal background check and any applicable clearances with respect to the handling and transfer of controlled goods. Employment is conditional upon the successful completion of these checks and obtaining the required clearances. Failure to do so will result in the withdrawal of the employment offer.

RTX adheres to the principles of equal employment. All qualified applications will be given careful consideration without regard to ethnicity, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation or identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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