Trainee Aircraft Engine Technician

About the role

Pratt & Whitney, part of RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defence company, offers a 12-month Trainee Technician programme that combines structured and on-the-job training. Successful trainees become Aircraft Engine Technicians who perform Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) of engines. Good performers are assigned to one of three core departments (Engine Build & Strip, Inspection or Repair Operations) and may progress to Certifying Technician or other career paths.

Key responsibilities

• Use machines, equipment and tools to carry out disassembly, assembly, inspection and repair of engines, their modules, parts, components and accessories.
• Read and follow standard operating procedures (SOP).
• Solve technical issues encountered in daily work.
• Support Cell Leaders, Assistant Foremen and Workshop Engineers in reaching production targets and corporate goals.
• Perform SAP transactions and update works orders in SAP.
• Carry out proper documentation.
• Take part in EHS, continuous improvement and ethics projects and other corporate initiatives.

Required profile

• Diploma, Higher NITEC or NITEC in a relevant technical or engineering discipline.
• 0-2 years of experience; candidates with a keen interest in the aerospace industry are welcome.
• Able to read and interpret basic technical drawings.
• Curious and eager to learn, with on-the-job training and certifications provided.
• Willingness to work rotating day and night shifts and overtime when needed.

Required skills

• Basic technical drawing reading and interpretation.
• Good working knowledge of MS Office applications.

What we offer

• Career and skills development opportunities.
• Employee scholarship programme for further education.
• Health, medical and dental benefits.
• On-the-job training and in-house or external certifications.
• Competitive remuneration, allowance and overtime benefits where applicable.
• Company transport provided.