F117/F135 Test Engineer (Onsite)

Date Posted:

2025-05-08

Country:

United States of America

Location:

PW215: Tinker Air Force Base OC-ALC 3001 Staff Dr, Tinker AFB, OK, 73145 USA

Position Role Type:

Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access certain necessary systems.

Security Clearance:

None/Not Required

Job Description

Pratt & 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 the production delivery schedule.

What You Will Do:

• Provide Engineering Support for Shop Visits: Respond to technical questions from the shop floor and substantiate technical documents to ensure that all test cell related maintenance, repair, and testing procedures are accurately followed.
• Communicate with Functional Groups, Vendors, and Customers: Engage in continuous communication with various functional groups, including production, quality assurance, and logistics, as well as external vendors and customers.
• Interpret Customer Requirements: Analyze customer requirements and Pratt & Whitney specific tasks to provide clear engineering direction.
• Perform Test Cell Performance Analysis and Data Collection: Conduct thorough performance analyses and data collection for engine test cell visits.
• Determine Appropriate Test Requirements: Establish and document the necessary test requirements based on the work scope performed.
• Troubleshoot and Resolve Engine Anomalies: Identify, diagnose, and resolve any anomalies or issues with engines during the testing phase.

Qualifications You Must Have:               

• Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline from an accredited college/university w/minimum 5+ years of experience OR 3+ years of experience with an advanced degree in a technical discipline from an accredited college/university.
• 3+ years of experience with gas-turbine engines, including components.
• ​Must be a U.S. Citizen. This position may require access to systems/tools that are restricted to individuals who possess US citizenship.
• 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 called in off-hours to answer job-related questions.

         

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools such as Excel, Word, Project, PowerPoint, and Visio.
• Military engines experience is a plus.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to Environmental, Health, and Safety regulations, policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Ability to work in cross-functional teams on a wide variety of tasks and with limited supervision.
• Ability to interpret blueprints and engineering drawings.

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.

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