Depot Customer Support Engineer- F135/F119/F117 Heavy Maintenance Centers (Onsite)

Date Posted: 2026-06-08 Country: United States of America Location: US-OK-TINKER-AFB-CUST ~ 3001 Staff Dr ~ TINKER AFB (External Site) 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 information under this program/contract. Security Clearance Type: DoD Clearance: Confidential Security Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required after day 1 At RTX, the world 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, a global leader in advanced propulsion technology, is seeking a highly motivated Customer Support Engineer to join our Military Engines Sustainment organization. In this role, you will support depot-level maintenance, overhaul, repair, and remanufacture of F117, F119, and F135 engines, with an initial focus on the F135 propulsion system. What You Will Do: Support depot-level maintenance, overhaul, repair, and remanufacture activities for F117, F119, and F135 engines. Interpret and develop manufacturing blueprints to support depot workflows. Define and improve component repair strategies and technical dispositions. Review, interpret, and analyze technical data related to engine performance and durability. Coordinate with Fleet Management, Quality, Logistics, CIPTs, and Program Office teams. Support lean initiatives and continuous improvement activities. Develop standard work, process documentation, and supporting databases. Provide technical support for hardware field issues, including root-cause analysis. Participate in cross-functional communication and deliver technical presentations. Shift/Travel: Standard day shift; minimal travel expected. Advanced military engine sustainment and depot operations. Technical processes related to remanufacture, overhaul, and complex repair strategies. Cross-functional collaboration skills within engineering, quality, logistics, and program teams. Tools and systems including SAP, Teamcenter, Webtop, and engineering blueprint interpretation. Qualifications You Must Have: Bachelor’s Degree in related field with 5+ years of relevant experience; or an advanced degree in a related field with 3+ years of experience. An Associate's degree with 7+ years of experience may also be considered or 9+ years of relevant aviation/jet engine experience in lieu of a degree. Experience to include ability to understand jet engine hardware performance and life-cycle durability concepts. 2+ years of experience with depot maintenance and MRO concepts. The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible. Qualifications We Prefer: Experience resolving technical issues in an engineering or maintenance environment. Familiarity with Teamcenter, Webtop, SAP, or other engineering tools. Knowledge of gas turbine operation, value-stream mapping, root-cause analysis, and mistake-proofing. Prior experience with military jet engine logistics, repair, or an A&P certification. Learn More & Apply Now! What is my role type? In addition to transforming the future of flight, we are also transforming how and where we work. We’ve introduced role types to help you understand how you will operate in our blended work environment. This role is: 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. 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. Privacy Policy and Terms: Click on this link to read the Policy and Terms RTX is an aerospace and defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 195,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.