Test Facilities Trade Associate, 2nd shift (Onsite)

Date Posted:

2024-06-03

Country:

United States of America

Location:

PW109: West Palm Beach 17900 Beeline Highway, West Palm Beach, FL, 33410 USA

Position Role Type:

Onsite

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.

Innovation through diversity of thought. At Pratt & Whitney, we believe diversity of thought enables creativity, innovation, and a foundation for inclusion. By fostering an inclusive culture, we accept a shared accountability and responsibility to recognize, sponsor, coach, hire and promote talent equally. We welcome our employees to be their whole - best - selves at work because trust, respect and integrity, are a part of our DNA.

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

We have an amazing opportunity to work as a Test Facility Trades Associate on the 2nd shift ( Labor Grade 5).

The hours for 2nd shift are 3:30pm -midnight. Monday -Friday

Work from work orders, drawings, samples, and broad instructions from supervisor, working lead, higher labor grade associate or engineers to assist in fabrication or repair test area related equipment.

Operate shop equipment and heavy machinery to perform somewhat complicated construction, modification, repair, cleaning, and installation of test area related equipment.

Utilize the computer work order system and maintain computerized records and reports to audit analyze and compute data to ensure compliance with department and customer procedures and requirements.

Perform a wide variety of somewhat complicated welding operations on parts, fixtures, rigs, and various test equipment of diverse materials using Tungsten Inert Gas, Shielded Metal Arc and Metal Inert Gas Welding

Perform soldering and brazing operations.

Select processes and set up equipment to perform cutting operations using oxygen acetylene rig, plasma rig and arc gouging.

Work with supervision, engineering, working lead and higher labor grade employees to determine requirements for the fabrication of various items to support test maintenance and construction operations including hoses, lift equipment, and special item fabricated from samples.

Troubleshoot and perform preventative maintenance on all types of equipment including heavy machinery, lifting devices, high pressure systems, test are special test equipment.

Troubleshoot, overhaul and repair complicated test area/ related area equipment including the design and fabrication of special tooling to overhaul and repair compressors, actuators, pumps, valves, cryogenic systems, lifting devices, hydraulic systems, vacuum systems, electromechanical devices and other components, systems, and devices.

Comply with P&W specifications and procedures to align rotating and non-rotating equipment.

Perform failure analysis and devise special tooling to remove, install and align rigs and various test equipment.

Perform cleaning operations following P&W specifications and Test Support Instructions, and maintain equipment and process utilized in cleanroom operations.

Comply with EH&S regulations and program requirements to ensure safe working conditions and to preserve a healthy environment.

Utilize the CORE tools to investigate the root cause and corrective actions, streamline processes, mistake-proof and maintain a neat and orderly work environment.

Associates classified as Mechanic/Welder or Welder/Mechanic must work to complete mechanic/welder qualifications.

Qualifications You Must Have​

High School diploma or GED

Must have 2 years work related experience in Welding and\or Aerospace, automotive or commercial experience as a mechanic.

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

Qualifications We Prefer

Fabrication Background, welding, bending, stainless steel, and carbon steel

Welding, Mig, Tig Fab, Stick, soldering, brazing, metal arc

Working on or with pumps and valves with high-pressure gases

2 years trades’ school

Training as apprentice or military equivalency Education Certification High School diploma or GED Preferred