Engine Technician, Edwards Air Force Base (Onsite)

Date Posted:

2024-04-10

Country:

United States of America

Location:

PW126: Edwards AFB 295 N. Wolfe Ave, Bldg 3810, Edwards AFB, CA, 93524 USA

Position Role Type:

Onsite

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.

Innovation through diversity of thought. At Pratt & Whitney, we believe diversity of thought enables creativity, innovation, and a foundation for inclusion. By fostering an inclusive culture, we accept a shared accountability and responsibility to recognize, sponsor, coach, hire and promote talent equally. We welcome our employees to be their whole - best - selves at work because trust, respect and integrity, are a part of our DNA.

At Pratt & Whitney, the difference you make is on display every day. Just look up. Are you ready to go beyond?

Job Summary:

Pratt & Whitney is seeking an Engine Technician Grade Level 3 to serve as a member of our F135 Field Team supporting the F-35, F-22 and Special Programs at Edwards AFB, CA. 

This is an amazing Opportunity for and Engine Technician at Edwards Air Force Base location on 1st or 2nd Shift.

Key Responsibilities:

You will perform the work necessary to ensure engine production requirements and ensure quality standards are met for the overhaul and repair or test of F-135, F-119 and F-100 engines or modules and associated new technologies.

This role will include working on engines installed in the F-35 Aircraft as well as uninstalled engines in the back shop environment.

Complete the work priorities and assigned day-to-day tasks necessary to build, test and inspect Pratt and Whitney F135, F100, F119 gas turbine engines.

This maintenance requirement will include engines installed in the F-35 Aircraft as well as uninstalled engines in the back shop environment.

Understand maintenance information from team leaders through coordination with Technical Leads, Immediate Supervisor and Site Manager.

Interface and oversee with various other functions (Quality, Local FSE's, BEM's, Customers; U.S Air Force, LMAC etc.) to resolve issues and ensure timely product delivery.

As required, work with Flight Test engineering to improve methods and processes to build engines and related component test hardware.

Some Travel is the expectation l Strong communication skills; self-motivated and a self- starter

Good interpersonal skills in dealing with others in diverse work environment.

This position requires an individual who is detail oriented. Accuracy in work performed is a requirement.

Ability to work 1st or 2nd shift

You will be required to work atop maintenance platforms, ascend/descend maintenance stands, lift 25 pounds to a height of 4 feet, and position self to perform maintenance/inspections underneath engine rails and inside the exhaust duct.

The salary range for this role is $36.26-$43.47 ; however, Raytheon Technologies considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills.​

There is a $3000 dollar sign on bonus for External Candidates.

Basic Qualifications:

High School Diploma/GED

Comprehensive knowledge of gas turbine engine construction, related inspection methods, disassembly methods, assembly methods, machine shop practices and overhaul/repair procedures.

1+ years of related military aircraft engine maintenance experience.

Must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance.

Must be able to work 1st or 2nd shift and on weekend as needed.

U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract

Preferred Qualifications:

Prior Military Aerospace Engine Maintenance experience.

Hoist and forklift operation experience is a plus.

Familiar with test cell and flight line maintenance operations is a plus.

Engine blade blend is a plus

Borescope experience, familiarity with flight line maintenance operations, knowledge of non- powered Aerospace Ground Equipment and a confirmed ability to use and interpret electronic technical manuals is preferred.

Depot-Level (D-Level)