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The layoffs were spread across all company divisions, according to spokesman Matthew Perra, though many administrative and sales employees were laid off in line with the company's goal of eliminating overhead. Perra would not rule out the possibility of future cuts at Pratt.
"This is one event," he said. "We will continue to evaluate the state of the company and the industry as the year goes on."
Aside from Wednesday's cuts, there have been reductions at Pratt & Whitney Canada and other international locations.
Companywide, Hartford-based UTC said it expects to eliminate 11,600 jobs this year, or 5 percent of its workforce. Pratt did not break down the areas affected, but the East Hartford-based jet engine maker indicated the cuts were across U.S. operations. UTC could not confirm how many of the 11,600 jobs have already been cut, but spokesman John Moran said there is no change to the company's restructuring expectation.
In addition to buyouts, layoffs and reductions by attrition, the cost-cutting program also includes furloughs, temporary pay cuts, reduction of outside vendors and other measures. Perra said 65 hourly Pratt & Whitney employees have left the company this year through voluntary workforce reduction programs.
"But it is clear that this is not a short-term economic downturn," Pratt said in a prepared statement today. "Engine orders as well as maintenance, repair and overhaul activities are lower, requiring us to make difficult decisions."
Affected employees will be eligible for severance and other extended benefits.
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