Date Posted:
2026-01-28Country:
United States of AmericaLocation:
US-OK-TINKER-AFB-CUST ~ 3001 Staff Dr ~ TINKER AFB (External Site)Position Role Type:
OnsiteU.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:
U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.Security Clearance Type:
None/Not RequiredSecurity Clearance Status:
Not RequiredPratt & Whitney is working to once again transform the future of flight—designing, building and servicing engines unlike any the world has ever seen. And because transformation begins from within, we’re seeking the people to drive it. So, calling all curious.
Come ready to explore and you’ll find a place where your talent takes flight—beyond the borders of title, a country or your comfort zone. Bring your passion and commitment and we’ll welcome you into a tight-knit team that takes our mission personally. Channel your drive to make a difference into shaping an organization and an industry that’s evolving fast to the future.
At Pratt & Whitney, the difference you make is on display every day. Just look up. Are you ready to go beyond?
The Pratt & Whitney Oklahoma City Heavy Maintenance Center (HMC) Test Engineer (TE) will provide oversight and engineering support for F117 and F135 engine test runs to facilitate disassembly, repair, assembly, and testing of gas-turbine engines at the maintenance repair and overhaul (MRO) facility in support of production delivery schedule.
What You Will Do:
- Prepare engine for test overseeing, pre-test preparation, engine test, post engine test, final check out and ship.
- Determine appropriate test requirements for workscope performed.
- Interpret customer requirements and combined with PWOC specific tasks, provide engineering direction in how to proceed with work scoping.
- Provide engineering support for shop visit including responding to technical questions, and substantiating/authorizing technical documents (Solumina WCD, TOs, LEAs, EA and IENs).
- Perform test cell performance analysis for engine visits.
- Support Operations in solving any assembly/configuration/inspection problems for specific engine visits.
- Troubleshoot engines in test cell.
- Appropriately research, support, and advise other functional areas regarding technical issues and trends.
- Communicate with the necessary functional groups, vendors, and customers on any technical related issues. When required, engineers will accompany materials, quality or accounts management employees on vendor and customer visits to provide routine technical support and assessment.
- Seek opportunities to reduce costs and increase quality and efficiency using new materials, processes, or technology.
- Assist in training mechanics, inspectors and others related to various technical issues.
- Develop and utilize robust standard work and desktop procedures for HMC TE processes.
- Represent team in mid-level technical discussions.
- Identify areas for process improvement and participate in improvement events.
- Perform any other related functions or support other MRO production lines as required by management to ensure the success of the enterprise.
Qualifications You Must Have:
- Bachelors degree in a technical discipline from an accredited college/university w/minimum 5+ years of experience OR
- Master’s degree in a technical discipline from an accredited college/university w/minimum 3+ years of experience.
- U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.
Qualifications We Prefer:
- Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline from an accredited college/university.
- Experience with enterprise resource planning systems such as SAP.
- Operational experience in an MRO engine facility.
- Process or manufacturing experience on gas-turbine engines.
- Experience with continuous process improvement.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools such as Excel, Word, Project, PowerPoint, and Visio.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work 1st shift (0700-1600) or 2nd shift (1500-2300), as well as extra time as necessary to ensure completion of assigned tasks; may be contacted during off-hours to answer job-related questions.
- Demonstrated commitment to Environmental, Health, and Safety regulations, policies, procedures, and best practices.
- Ability to interpret blueprints and engineering drawings.
- Ability to lead cross-functional teams on a wide variety of tasks and with limited supervision.
- Ability to analyze engine historical and performance data to identify malfunctions and trends.
- Ability to learn and utilize data acquisition systems and associated engine data analysis software.
- 4+ years test cell experience on gas-turbine engines, military engines a plus
- Knowledge and experience using precision measuring instruments.
Learn More & Apply Now!:
Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance workers, as they are essential to the development of our engines.
Candidates will learn more about role type and current site status throughout the recruiting process. For onsite and hybrid roles, commuting to and from the assigned site is the employee’s personal responsibility.
This requisition is eligible for an employee referral award. ALL eligibility requirements must be met to receive the referral award.
As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.
The salary range for this role is 86,800 USD - 165,200 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.
Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.
Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.
This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.
RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.
RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.
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