Tester

Who we are

At Pratt & Whitney, a growing company, we believe powered flight has transformed and will continue to transform the world. We therefore work with an explorer's heart and a perfectionist's drive to design, produce and support the most advanced and reliable aircraft engines in the world. Our diverse portfolio — including commercial and military engines as well as engines for business, general and regional aviation, and helicopters — enables us and our customers to turn possibility into reality.

What to expect

• Large, globally recognized company
• Innovative, cutting-edge products: next-generation aircraft and helicopter engines (PW800, PT6E-series, F135, etc.)
• Development of green and sustainable technologies
• Career advancement and education programs
• Leadership training and mentoring programs
• Comprehensive benefits, savings plan and pension plan
• Recognized health, safety and environmental practices
• Corporate health and wellness program and employee resource groups
• Support program for parental leave

What you need to succeed

• DEC or AEC in aircraft maintenance, DEC in Aerospace Engineering, or DEP in mechanical assembly
• Basic mechanical knowledge is an asset
• Relevant experience: 2 to 5 years in the aerospace field is an asset
• Ability to perform various operations on computer systems (intermediate level)
• Good ability to work in a team (most work is performed in teams)
• Field of study: Aeronautics
• This position is within a francophone work environment; however, functional knowledge of English is required to read and understand specialized instructions, plans, drawings and technical terms from international organizations, and to write and sometimes communicate in English with clients, suppliers or international colleagues.

What your day will look like

General responsibilities

• Install on the engine the accessories necessary for its proper operation
• Adapt the test stand to the engine type and secure an engine to it, connecting fluid lines and control and instrumentation fittings according to work instructions
• Monitor readings displayed on the various computerized control panels, identify discrepancies and intervene immediately
• Complete various reading and test reports
• Make required adjustments during tests
• Apply certification stamp to attest that tests were completed according to standards
• Perform a visual inspection of the engine's external condition upon arrival and after testing
• If necessary, wash, rinse and dry engines, their supports and the test cell

Specific responsibilities

• Participate in the development of new processes, products and rework for selecting methods and tools
• Retrieve required items from stores and report issues and material needs to the supervisor
• Keep equipment and work environment clean and in good condition
• Participate in training and share knowledge with teammates on equipment and tasks
• Perform other similar tasks of equal or lesser complexity related to the functions described above

We offer a friendly work environment where you will be continuously guided and supervised to carry out your tasks safely and in accordance with company standards.

Comprehensive and ongoing training will be provided throughout your career at Pratt & Whitney Canada.

Although all applications are considered, only selected candidates will be contacted.

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.