About Pratt & Whitney Canada

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

Over nearly 100 years, we have achieved numerous breakthroughs in engine development that enable the transport of goods and equipment, fight wildfires and move passengers.

A preferred employer

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 headquarters is listed among the best employers in the Montreal region. Together, these distinctions confirm our reputation as an employer of choice in the Montreal area, in Canada and worldwide.

What your day will look like

General responsibilities

Perform assembly and rework operations on engine part components and detail assemblies.
Set up, operate and adjust sheet metal working machines such as laser cutting, presses, plasma spray and shot blasting machines.
Carry out deburring, weld preparation, marking, washing, masking of all types, scraping, polishing, trimming, drilling, riveting, dent repair, spot welding and sandblasting on various parts, including correcting manufacturing defects.
Work from verbal instructions, manufacturing method sheets, schedules, drawings and other written instructions and make any necessary changes and adjustments to meet required dimensions.
Perform dimensional and visual inspections on parts during the manufacturing process as indicated or required using various precision measuring instruments and inspection fixtures, and maintain appropriate records of parameters to ensure efficient operations with statistical process control.
Operate a forklift to move hydraulic press fixtures.
Operate and set mechanical or hydraulic presses with electronic, mechanical or manual adjustment to carry out forming, punching, deburring, cutting and shaping operations on engine parts.
Perform forming operations and required adjustments to compensate for material reactions and for parts in development.
May be required to operate multiple adjacent machines simultaneously.

Specific responsibilities

Participate in the development of new processes, products and rework procedures to select methods and tools.
Clean, preserve, package, identify and move parts while ensuring compliance with standards and specifications.
Retrieve required items from stores and columns and report material withdrawals and needs to the supervisor.
Perform routine maintenance to ensure, among other things, that fluid levels are adequate, filters are clean and the general condition of the machine meets the checklist. Keep equipment and work environment clean and in good condition.
Participate in training and share knowledge with teammates on different equipment and tasks.
Perform other similar tasks of equal or lesser complexity related to the functions mentioned above.
Report difficulties to the department supervisor.

What you need to succeed

Vocational diploma (DEP) in precision sheet metalwork
Proficiency with documentation and blueprint reading (manufacturing drawings)
Excellent learning ability
Analytical mindset and problem-solving skills (comprehension and logic)
Interpersonal skills: teamwork and a positive attitude
Familiarity with computer systems, Windows operating system and SAP
2 to 5 years of relevant experience
This position is within a French-speaking work environment; however, a basic knowledge of English is required to understand some specialized work instructions, drawings and technical terms from international organizations.

Field of study

Aeronautics

What we offer

Employer-contributed pension and savings plan
Group insurance program
Career advancement opportunities
Merit or recognition programs
Health and wellness programs, including telemedicine
Recreational and sports club
Nearby childcare
Accessible by transit or transit program and free parking

Working at Pratt & Whitney Canada

The masculine form is used without discrimination and only to simplify the text. We will consider applications from all qualified candidates.

At Pratt & Whitney Canada, we combine passion, boldness and rigor to design, manufacture and maintain the most advanced and reliable aircraft engines in the world. 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 push yourself?

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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