Job Description

Date Posted:

2026-05-08

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-WV-BRIDGEPORT-1525 ~ 1525 Midway Park Rd ~ MIDWAY BLDG A

Position Role Type:

Onsite

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

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

Security Clearance Type:

None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status:

Not Required

At RTX, the world largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world.

Pratt & Whitney is a world leader in the design, manufacture and service of aircraft engines and auxiliary power systems and has been revolutionizing modern flight for over 100 years. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

What You Will Do:

We have an exciting opportunity at our Engine Center in Bridgeport, WV for a Welder to join our team! In this role, you will support the overhaul and repair of gas turbine engine components by performing precision welding and metal fabrication operations on a variety of materials such as steel, aluminum, titanium, magnesium, etc. The ideal candidate brings strong technical welding expertise, a commitment to quality and safety, and the ability to work in a highly regulated aviation maintenance environment.

This position will work on our 2nd shift, which is Monday-Thursday from 3:30pm-1:30am. Training may take place on another shift for up to 6 months before officially moving to 2nd shift.

Pratt & Whitney in Bridgeport, WV is a FAA regulated facility and as such under the U.S. Departments of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). This position is considered safety sensitive in accordance with FAA Guidelines. Candidate will be subject to drug and alcohol testing per FAA’s regulation 14 CFR part 120, as well as 49 CFR part 40.

Key Responsibilities:

• Set up and operate gas and electric welding equipment to perform a variety of complex fusion and resistance welding, brazing and cutting operations on all types of overhaul and repair of gas turbine engines.

• Perform welding operations including machine setup and proper selections of materials and methods on various thicknesses and types of metals including stainless steel, aluminum, magnesium, titanium and mild steel using oxyacetylene and electric-arc methods and equipment including M.I.G., T.I.G. and spot-welding machines.

• Weld cracks, build up materials and replace details. Work from drawings, manuals, standard procedures, technical publications and verbal instructions.

• Perform various grinding, deburring and polishing operations prior to and following welding. Use a variety of jigs, fixtures, power tools, hand tools and measuring instruments.

• Perform welding operations on tooling, equipment and plant maintenance. Advise and assist others to overcome difficulties.

• Maintain up to date certification as required by the company.

• Program and operate Auto T.I.G. and ABAR furnace.

• Ensure workflows through work center in a timely manner.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent and a minimum of 1 year of professional welding experience (MIG, TIG, and/or Spot-Welding processes)

• Demonstrated welding Certifications or experience with Inconel, stainless steel, and aluminum

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Additional certifications or experience with titanium and/or magnesium

• Experience operating vacuum furnace equipment

• Prior experience in aviation, aerospace, manufacturing, or industrial repair environments

• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, repair manuals, and work instructions

Please ensure the role type defined below is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role. This position is classified as:

• Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.

Learn More & Apply Now!

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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