Materials Control Lab (MCL) Evaluator

2026-10-14

United States of America

US-NC-ASHEVILLE-330 ~ 330 Pratt Whitney Blvd ~ PRATT WHITNEY

Onsite

Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the company’s immigration sponsorship now or in the future. The company will not offer immigration sponsorship for this position.​ The company will not seek an export authorization for this role.

• Quality and/or manufacturing background
• Possess a strong work ethic
• Strong proficiency in the use of hand tools and test equipment
• Ability to work independently in a fast paced, dynamic production environment
• Knowledge of aerospace manufacturing operations
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
• Interact effectively with customers at all levels and willing to put customers first is crucial
• Strong computer skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access) with a commitment to accuracy
• Knowledge and experience with root cause investigations, corrective actions and problem solving
• Experience with SAP
• High energy, dynamic individual who strives for continuous improvement

None/Not Required

Not Required

At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world.

Pratt & Whitney is a world leader in the design, manufacture and service of aircraft engines and auxiliary power systems and has been revolutionizing modern flight for over 100 years. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

The Asheville team is looking to add a 1st shift material control lab evaluator to the team. This position is for an employee to perform metallographic evaluation of blade and vane airfoils for various manufacturing processes. The successful candidate will be responsible for metallurgical sample preparation, evaluation, disposition and quality documentation of materials and processes. Interpretation of blueprints, specifications, procedures and laboratory manuals to assess what testing is required and conformance to requirements is a critical aspect of this position.

Responsibilities will include regular interaction with the production as well as other engineering disciplines to help respond to metallurgical problems and develop effective root cause and corrective action for manufacturing problems. Effective team player and contributor utilizing the CORE tools and continues improvement by maintaining EH&S and operating requirements in order to assure a safe and productive working environment. Position may also require occasional off-shift and weekend coverage based on business requirements and training.

The shift schedule will be M-Th 4x10.

• →Perform metallographic evaluation and documentation of various processes including advance aluminides coating, EDM, Weld, braze, grinding used in blade and vanes airfoils.
• →Provide clear, concise and accurate lab reports
• →Maintain records, mounts and sample residue retention
• →Monitor testing frequency of all processes
• →Develop cut up and evaluation sheet for all tested parts
• →Perform annual ESA/MCL audit and five years MCL Source Qualification surveys
• →Interacts with other functional groups (e.g., engineering, manufacturing, materials) on routine technical matters.
• →Investigation of various parts and process related problems

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