F135 Field Service Engineer – Lask AB, Poland

About the position

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? F135 Fleet Operations is seeking a motivated, diligent, self-starter with strong written and oral communication skills to represent Pratt & Whitney at Łask Air Base, Poland, as a Field Service Engineer (FSE). This position is a Customer facing role in a high visibility, team-oriented environment in support of the Polish Air Force (PAF) fleet of F-35 CTOL aircraft propulsion systems.

Responsibilities

• Support F-35A/F135 operations to include systems, tooling, material, and processes.
• Perform controls activities related to aircraft download processing and analysis and monitoring of propulsion system Prognostic Health Monitoring, Engine Health Reporting Codes, and Maintenance Built In Test Systems (MBITS).
• Advise and assist the Customer in performance of F135 propulsion system maintenance, ensuring activities are performed in accordance with technical data and safe engine operation and maintenance procedures.
• Coordinate F135 propulsion system maintenance activities with the PW team, the PAF, and Lockheed Martin.
• Collaborate regularly with internal PW teams in troubleshooting and resolution of emerging Customer issues.
• Ensure comprehensive reporting on support activities including aircraft and engine status, flight reports, operational data, engine configuration status and parts consumption.
• Support Government Property Management processes for program execution, to include but not limited to Support Equipment (SE), tooling, supply and Government processes.
• Provide timely insight to PW management relative to emerging issues and ongoing relationship with this valued PW Customer.

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree is required. Non-technical degrees will be considered if the candidate has appropriate / related experience.
• 8+ years of professional experience in aircraft gas turbine engine maintenance, logistics, or logistics support.
• 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 for a security clearance.
• Must be able to support an assignment length of 3+ years, dependent on business needs and personal development.
• Must be able to support occasional off-shift coverage and/or extended hours during deployments.

Nice-to-haves

• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering or a technical field.
• Experience with aviation maintenance and production information systems, to include Autonomic Logistics Information System (ALIS) / OBPHM.
• Knowledge of turbine engine theory and operation.
• Experience in F-35/F135 production, flight testing, Customer support, maintenance, and/or program management.
• Familiarity with Global Trade Compliance/Export requirements and strong CORE leadership.
• Prior military service in maintenance/logistics.

Benefits

• 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.