Aircraft Engine Assembly Technician Trainee

Date Posted:

2026-10-19



Country:

Canada



Location:

CA-AB-LETHBRIDGE-P32 ~ 4045 26th Ave N ~ MAIN FACILITY



Position Role Type:

Onsite

Who we are:

At Pratt & Whitney, we believe that powered flight has transformed and will continue to transform the world.  That's why we work with an explorer's heart and a perfectionist’s grit to design, build, and service world's most advanced aircraft engines.  We do this across a portfolio including Commercial Engines, Military Engines, Business Aviation, General Aviation, Regional Aviation, and Helicopter Aviation and as a way of turning possibilities into realities for our customers. This is how we at Pratt & Whitney approach our work, and this is why we are inspired to go beyond.

Located in the City of Lethbridge, a robust community of 100,000+ residents. Situated just two hours south of Calgary and one hour from the U.S. border; close to the beautiful Rocky Mountains, that includes some of the world’s most attractive tourist destinations such as Waterton National Park, Glacier National Park, Banff, and Fernie. We are family-oriented, culturally vibrant, and enjoy an affordable lifestyle with many amenities of a larger city.

Our people are our biggest asset, and we know that their desire to be the best has greatly contributed to our success. Are you ready to be part of a dependable team?

You are a self-starter with a continuous improvement mindset, with knowledge of tolerance, fits, mechanical design, engine performance and inspection techniques, you’re well equipped to strip, assemble, balance, test and package aircraft gas turbine engines.

If this sounds like you, we are offering a hands-on Trainee Program designed to equip candidates with the skills and experience needed to become fully proficient Aircraft Engine Assembly Technicians. Trainees will complete a structured internship program focusing on technical and practical learning, leading to a career in assembling world-class aircraft engines.

As a member of our Lethbridge engine assembly team, you will also be required to inspect assemblies and test work of other Production Technicians, troubleshoot complex problems, recommend enhancements, and prepare accurate records and documentation.

What are our expectations?

Reporting to the Supervisor, this role is pivotal in supporting the assembly and safe delivery of the highest-quality engines to our customers. Trainees will play a key part in achieving production targets, upholding Environmental, Health, and Safety (EH&S) standards, and driving continuous improvement across all areas of production.

What your day to day will look like

•Perform assembly, test and inspection functions in a variety of areas.

•Strip, inspect, assemble, balance, test and package engines as directed and as required.

•Support the safe delivery of quality aircraft engines.

•Meet daily production requirements free from defects.

•Adhere to all quality, legal, EH&S rules and procedures.

•Maintain a safe working environment, practice Active Caring by identifying and solving EH&S issues.

•Able to support all EH&S, CORE, Ethics, and Corporate programs and initiatives by working with people across our facilities to ensure programs are effectively applied (as required).

•Knowledge of tolerances, fits, mechanical design, blueprint reading, engine performance and inspection techniques.

•Able to maintain flexibility to meet changing priorities.

The tools you need to be successful

This multi-faceted role calls for candidates with backgrounds in Aircraft Maintenance, Aeronautical or Mechanical Engineering Technology, Wind Turbine Technology, or in the automotive or mechanical trades will be given preference. However, a combination of technical skills and relevant experience will also be considered. In addition, we are looking for a candidate who has:

•Strong communication skills and attention to detail.

•A dynamic ability to learn quickly and work in multiple areas in our assembly and test areas.

•A demonstrated positive attitude, a pattern of personal and professional conscientiousness and courage.

•A demonstrated pattern of reliability and dependability.

•The ability to read and write English is required.

•The ability to work rotating shifts, including nights, to support production requirements.

•Strong mechanical aptitude; two year post-secondary education in the field of aeronautics is preferred.

•Physical ability to lift/ carry up to 25 pounds.

•A strong ability to bend, reach, push, pull, use hand tools.

What we offer

This program provides a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience while working alongside experts in the field to grow your career. You’ll build a career in an exciting and growing industry, contributing to the assembly of engines that power the future of aviation. In addition, we offer:

•Long-term deferred compensation programs.

•Advancement programs to enhance education skills.

•Flexible work schedules.

•Leadership and training programs.

•Comprehensive benefits, savings and pension plans.

•Financial support for parental leave.

•Reward programs for outstanding work.

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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