About Pratt & Whitney Canada

Pratt & Whitney Canada (P&WC) is a global leader in the aerospace industry based in Longueuil, Quebec. We produce next-generation engines that power the largest fleet of aircraft and helicopters in the world across business aviation, general aviation and regional aviation segments.

In nearly 100 years, we have achieved numerous breakthroughs in engine development that support the transportation of goods and equipment, fight wildfires and carry passengers.

An Employer of Choice

Pratt & Whitney Canada was recognized as one of Canada’s Top 10 Employers in 2025 by Forbes, and ranked first among employers in the aerospace and defense industry in the country. Our head office is listed among the best employers in the Montreal area.

What your day will look like

The Transmissions and Compressors department is seeking CNC machinists. As a CNC Machinist at Pratt & Whitney, you will set up, operate and adjust a wide range of CNC machine tools — including lathes, grinders, milling machines, EDM (electrical discharge machining) equipment and laser cutting machines — to machine new parts and repair worn parts.

To do this you will:

Work from drawings, standard work instructions, rough sketches and verbal direction from the supervisor or lead
Perform visual and dimensional inspections of parts using precision measuring instruments such as gauges and coordinate measuring machines

You will also support quality management, equipment maintenance and material handling. In that capacity you will:

Keep logbooks up to date
Perform simple deburring
Install small fittings such as bushings and nuts
Wash, organize, pack and move parts

You will demonstrate commitment to excellence and help create a world-class manufacturing environment by:

Ensuring part standards and specifications are met
Organizing and maintaining a tidy workstation
Adhering to our high health and safety standards

You will develop your skills and work closely with colleagues to improve the work environment by:

Participating in hands-on training to improve existing skills and acquire new ones
Sharing knowledge and best practices with team members
Contributing to the development of new parts or procedures for specific methods and tools

What you need to succeed

Requirements

Diploma of Vocational Studies (DEP) in machining techniques
ASP in CNC machine tool machining
DEC in mechanical engineering or aerospace engineering
Ability to work as part of a team
The role is based in a French-speaking work environment; however, a basic knowledge of English is required to understand some specialized work instructions, drawings and technical terms that may originate from international organizations.

What we offer

Pension and savings plan with employer contribution
Group insurance plan
Career advancement opportunities
Merit or recognition program
Health and wellness program, including telemedicine
Recreational and sports club
Nearby childcare options
Transport accessibility or public transit program and free parking

Working at Pratt & Whitney Canada

At Pratt & Whitney Canada, we combine passion, boldness and rigor to design, manufacture and service the world’s most advanced and reliable aircraft engines. Our work and product quality contribute to our customers’ success — 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 push yourself?

Equal Employment

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.

CNC Machinist