F135 Field Service Engineer (Onsite)

Date Posted:

2026-06-02

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-CA-LEMOORE-NAS-CUST ~ 171 L St ~ LEMOORE NAS (External Site)

Position Role Type:

Onsite

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

Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date.​ U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance​

Security Clearance Type:

DoD Clearance: Secret

Security Clearance Status:

Active and existing security clearance required after day 1

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.

Pratt & Whitney (P&W) Military Engines F135 Fleet Operations is seeking a motivated, detail-oriented, self-starter with strong communication skills, both written and verbal, to represent the P&W Team at Naval Air Station Lemoore, CA as a Field Service Engineer (FSE). This position is a customer facing role in a high visibility and team-oriented environment.

What You Will Do:

• Support F-35C/F135 operations to include systems, tooling, material, and processes. The FSE will have hands-on interaction with the engine (software and hardware), aircraft, and squadron personnel. With support from Systems CSE, the FSR will use JTD, VCD, and ARs to review conditional HRCs, determine correct solutions, and make recommendations.
• Ensure comprehensive reporting on support activities including aircraft and engine status, flight reports, operational data, engine configuration status and parts consumption.
• Work closely with internal P&W teams (Customer Support Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Operations Center, ALIS teams) to assist current and future Navy Fighter-Attack Squadrons, the Fleet Readiness Center West and NAWDC (NAS Fallon) in troubleshooting and resolution of emerging customer issues and maintain flexibility to resolve constantly changing customer priorities.
• Use self-initiative and judgment to identify problems, conduct investigations to determine root cause, and coordinate solutions between P&W, the Joint Strike Fighter Program Office, and Lockheed Martin. Representative will be responsible for coordinating field issues with the local P&W team, Engineering, and Logistics Program Management.
• Comply with Environment, Health and Safety (EH&S) requirements and participating in Customer Oriented Results & Excellence (CORE) initiatives.
• Candidate must have the ability to travel for extended periods of time to support customer deployments. Domestic and International Travel, as well as Shipboard Operations are required and part of the team concept. Must have the ability to rotate shift schedules as required to meet customer support and team objectives.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• A Bachelor’s degree is required in an engineering or related technical field.  Non-technical degrees will be considered if the candidate has appropriate / related experience; Or, An Associate’s degree or 2-year post high school training and 9 years of  engine/aircraft maintenance, logistics, and logistics support is required. This includes supply chain management and Support Equipment management.   
• A minimum of 5+ years (with degree, 9+ without) of professional experience in engine/aircraft maintenance, logistics, and logistics support, including supply chain management and Support Equipment management.
• Candidate must possess a US Govt. Secret Clearance or have the ability to secure one for position requirements. Candidates that have had a clearance that has recently lapsed (not more than 2 years), may apply for consideration.
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Background in ITAR/ITC is desired for this assignment. 
• Experience on the F135 engine and associated programs to include Autonomic Logistics Information System (ALIS)/OBPHM
• Knowledge of turbine engine theory and operation
• Familiarity of USN aviation operations/structures

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