Date Posted:
2026-07-28Country:
CanadaLocation:
CA-NS-HALIFAX-PLANT 41 ~ 189 Pratt & Whitney Dr ~ PLANT 41Position Role Type:
OnsiteAbout 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 Blade 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 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
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
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?
Salary range: 70,000$ to 106,000$ depending on candidate experience.
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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Who We Are
At RTX, we're a diverse team of explorers united in our goal to push the boundaries of known science – and solve the world's most complex problems. We design. We engineer. We code. We research. We patent. We test. We learn. We iterate. We manufacture. We produce. We are advancing aviation, building smarter defense systems and creating innovations to take us deeper into space. Progress is not inevitable. It is initiated – by tirelessly asking the hard questions and finding answers. Progress defines the future and defines us – because the progress we make matters.
Diversity
RTX solves some of the toughest challenges in aerospace and defense. That requires expansive thinking and bold innovation – and that, in turn, requires a culture that is diverse, equitable and inclusive.
We embrace individuality and diversity of thought to fuel opportunity for our employees, our customers and our communities. We work toward progress, knowing that a more inclusive world is critical to our mission. Not just in this moment, but always.
To build a diverse and harmonious team, we are guided by key pillars of action that we are committed to achieving. These include:
Workforce Diversity: We are connected to communities around the world. Being a good neighbor means investing our resources to help everyone thrive. Additionally, we have found that providing employees with opportunities to volunteer helps promote leadership development and reduces attrition.
Community Engagement: We are connected to communities around the world. Being a good neighbor means investing our resources to help everyone thrive. Additionally, we have found that providing employees with opportunities to volunteer helps promote leadership development and reduces attrition.
Supplier Diversity: We support local economic growth by creating high value jobs through our operations and helping our suppliers do the same. This includes small and diverse businesses, which are often the economic growth engine of communities.
Public Policy: We advocate for issues that matter to our company and stakeholders, and we use our company's size and scale to advance equity in education, encourage social justice reform and elevate economic policies that support equality.
Commitment to Military
At RTX, we know and value the strategic and tactical talents that only veterans and military spouses can offer. We are dedicated to hiring US Military Veterans and their spouses – whether you’re a veteran, a reserve member, military spouse or transitioning from active duty to a civilian career. Our military veterans work across all disciplines. They lead our business, engineer our products and manage our supply chain.
As part of a tight-knit team that values your determination and resourcefulness, you'll do work that has an enormous impact on customers across the globe. We offer an array of programs to help you transition to your civilian career, connect with colleagues and give back to your community. The skills you developed during your military career have served you well – and they're just as valuable now. If you're ready to help us create trusted, innovative solutions for a safer, more connected world, join our talent community and an RTX representative will contact you if they have a matching job opportunity. This is the moment your next mission begins. To assist you in joining our team, we have developed a hiring guide specifically for veterans and military spouses.
Our benefits are uniquely designed to support veterans and military spouses. They encompass health and wellness plans, retirement savings, income and asset protection, work-life balance with flexible arrangements and paid time off (PTO), relocation assistance, and tuition support.
Internships and Leadership Development Programs
Our internship and co-op programs provide an experiential learning opportunity as you work on complex challenges and projects. Bonus: Many positions offer the potential opportunity to convert to full-time employment upon graduation.
Our Leadership Development Program (LDP) provides an exceptional foundation for you to forge valuable relationships and gain multiple pathways to leadership. As a future leader, you'll play a vital role in helping RTX redefine aerospace and defense. Participants can apply to one of multiple functional disciplines listed below:
- Global Communications
- Contracts
- Digital
- Engineering
- Finance
- Human Resources
- Operations and Supply Chain