Internship - Winter 2027 - Systems Operability Analyst

Prattwhitney; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 33,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Pratt & Whitney Canada is seeking an internship in the Operability Group at our Mississauga site, January 5th to April 23rd, 2027. The role focuses on engine operability, including starting, acceleration, and deceleration, with hands-on testing and data interpretation.

You will work on engine/aircraft requirements integration, assist with test procedures, and support multiple teams to ensure smooth transitions into production and aftermarket activities.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a Canadian university during the internship.
• Strong written and spoken English; French is an asset.
• Ability to work on-site in Mississauga and handle multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to engine operability and requirements integration.
• Assist in test procedures in testing cell and aircraft.
• Analyze test data and propose corrective actions.
• Support operations and aftermarket teams with technical guidance.

Skills

Teamwork

Analytical skills

English communication

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-08-06 Country: Canada Location: CA-ON-MISSISSAUGA-P22M01 ~ 1801 Courtney Park Dr ~ P22M01 BLDG Position Role Type: Onsite About Pratt & Whitney Canada Pratt & Whitney Canada (P&WC) is a global leader in aerospace innovation, proudly headquartered in Longueuil, Quebec, since 1928. We design and manufacture next-generation aircraft engines that power the world’s largest fleet of business, general aviation, and regional aircraft and helicopters. For nearly 100 years, our teams have been at the forefront of propulsion technology, pushing boundaries to make flight more efficient and reliable. Our engines support missions that truly matter, from transporting people and essential goods, to enabling emergency medical services, humanitarian operations, and wildfire suppression around the world. An Employer of Choice Pratt & Whitney Canada was named one of Canada’s Best Employers for 2026 by Forbes, marking the 11th consecutive year the company has earned this recognition. Pratt & Whitney Canada also ranked #1 employer in the aerospace and defense industry in the country. In addition, our headquarters continue to be recognized among the top employers in the Montreal region. Together, these distinctions reinforce our reputation as an employer of choice in Montreal, across Canada, and around the world.

Internship dates: January 5th to April 23rd, 2027. Location: The position is based at our Mississauga location; internship from Monday to Friday, with flexible hours and exclusively on-site.

Check out our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@PrattWhitneyCa Our website: https://www.pwc.ca/en

Why join our team? In the Operability Group, the analysts will oversee various aspects of engine operability such as starting, acceleration and deceleration (handling), transient simulation, aircraft interfaces, as well as operability specifications for electronic and hydromechanics control systems. Our responsibilities span from pre detail design to field support.

What will your day-to-day look like? Contribute to the engine / aircraft requirements integration definition regarding operability aspects and to engine sub-system definition like the controls system or the accessories. Establish test procedures to be performed on engine (in the test cell and on the aircraft). Support the testing, review and interpret test data, provide recommendations, approbations or generate the corrective actions if applicable. Analyze the test results and provide recommendations as applicable. Provide technical support to P&WC’s support to operations sector to ensure smooth transition of new products into production as well as support re-sourcing activities of parts impacting engine operability. Provide technical support to P&WC’s aftermarket sector to resolve field issues. Ensure appropriate documentation and traceability of relevant analysis and results. Work with the disciplines to establish appropriate best practices and analysis procedures; actively assists in the continuous improvement of the Operability Group’ methods, tools, and processes.

What do you need to be successful? Be eligible to work in Canada. Be enrolled in a Canadian university throughout your internship. Be able to work on-site in the province where you are hired if applicable. Good oral and written communication skills (English essential, French an asset). Proficiency at handling several analytical tasks concurrently and working with quickly evolving requirements and priorities. Demonstrated ability to operate well in teams. Although this position is part of a French-speaking work environment, it requires a working knowledge of English to read and understand specialized instructions, plans, drawings and technical terms that may emanate from international organizations, as well as to write and sometimes communicate in English with customers, suppliers or international colleagues.

Working at Pratt & Whitney Canada The masculine pronoun is used without discrimination and solely for the purpose of making the text easier to read. We will consider applications from all qualified candidates.

At Pratt & Whitney Canada, we combine passion, boldness, and precision to design, manufacture, and maintain the most advanced and reliable aircraft engines in the world. Our work and the quality of our products contribute to the success of our customers, who in turn save lives, support commerce, connect communities, and protect freedom.

At Pratt & Whitney Canada, you have the opportunity to make a difference every day—just look up.

Are you ready to go beyond? The selected candidate will be required to complete a criminal background check and any applicable clearances with respect to the handling and transfer of controlled goods. Employment is conditional upon the successful completion of these checks and obtaining the required clearances. Failure to do so will result in the withdrawal of the employment offer.

The salary range for this role is 23.70 to 34.50 CAD. 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.

This job posting is not for an existing position vacancy. RTX adheres to the principles of equal employment. All qualified applications will be given careful consideration without regard to ethnicity, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation or identity, national origin, age disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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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.