Process Technician - 2nd Shift (Onsite)

Date Posted : 2025-11-11

Country :

United States of America

Location :

PW192 : Carlsbad 5940 Darwin Court , Carlsbad, CA, 92008 USA

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 : None / Not Required

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. Are you ready to go beyond?

What You Will Do :

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Composites Lab Technician to join our advanced manufacturing team. In this role, you will operate sophisticated equipment in our preforming laboratory to fabricate high-quality preforms for ceramic matrix composite turbine engine parts. You will play a critical role in supporting the development of components for aerospace applications while maintaining strict quality and safety standards.

Operate and maintain all equipment in the preforming (composites) lab, including ply cutters, and ovens to fabricate preforms for ceramic matrix composite turbine engine parts

Perform layup operations on tools and debulk parts according to established work instructions and technical specifications

Maintain and organize tooling used in preforming processes; provide input and recommendations for tool design improvements

Monitor raw material supplies, track inventory levels, and ensure adequate stock of materials required for ongoing operations

Load equipment with parts according to documented configurations and process conditions; verify accuracy and completeness of setup

Program equipment and adjust settings to accommodate new processes, materials, or production requirements

Conduct regular preventive and corrective maintenance on preforming equipment; troubleshoot mechanical and operational issues

Monitor preforming processes during operations, respond promptly to alarms, diagnose problems, and take appropriate action or escalate as needed

Support facility and equipment upgrade projects, including testing, validation, and implementation activities

Assist in the development and execution of experimental designs aimed at process improvements and optimization

Maintain comprehensive documentation of all processes, including electronic and paper records, in compliance with quality system requirements

Adhere to all AS9100 quality management system requirements, including standard operating procedures (SOPs), internal policies, manufacturer specifications, and safety protocols

Perform additional duties as assigned to support operational needs

Qualifications You Must Have :

HS diploma (or equivalent, e.g. G.E.D in the US) with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience

Must have proficient computer experience with MS Office

Qualifications We Prefer :

AA / AS degree or other 2-year post high school training with a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience

Manufacturing background

Previous aerospace or chemical industry experience is preferred

Experience working within a formal quality system like ISO 9001 AS9100

Demonstrated mechanical and technical aptitude and experience

Forklift, cranes and other material handling equipment.

What We Offer :

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Life, short term disability, long term disability benefits

Paid time off including vacation, sick leave, holidays

401-K with company match

Other innovative benefits including deals and discounts

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.

The salary range for this role is $22.40 - $42.01 per hour; however, Raytheon Technologies considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education / training, and key skills.

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.