Compression Systems Design Engineer I (Onsite)

Prattwhitney; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 57,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off & holidays

Relocation assistance

Job summary

RTX is seeking a Compression Systems Design Engineer I for OKC/Tinker AFB to support MRO activities across Pratt & Whitney military engines. The role starts with three 8-month rotations in Design, Structures, and Project Engineering within the ELMT group, collaborating with P&W engineers and military customers.

The position emphasizes CAD-based design, structural evaluations, and sustaining engine health, with exposure to customer-facing interactions and cross-functional teamwork.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Design, Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering by start date.
• Experience with CAD.
• Minimum 3.0 Cumulative GPA.
• Experience may be obtained through on-the-job experience, research, coursework, or projects.

Responsibilities

• Contributing as part of the P&W Engineering Team in supporting engine/hardware investigations and dispositions.
• Executing Design and Structures evaluations for engine hardware.
• Monitoring and trending hardware health for CIP and repair tasks.
• Engaging in a customer-facing role.

Skills

CAD experience

Design engineering

Engineering analysis

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-10-29 Country: United States of America Location: US-OK-OKLAHOMA CITY-8120SC ~ 8120 S Air Depot Blvd ~ SUSTAINMENT CTR, Dock 18 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: None/Not Required Security Clearance Status: Not Required Are you ready to explore the world of aerospace and defense? Do you want to learn from and collaborate with some of the greatest minds in the industry? At RTX, our internships, co-ops and full-time careers provide an exceptional foundation to work on complex problems, advance your skills and create a safer, more connected world. Discover opportunities to make a difference at RTX.

What You Will Do

The Compression Systems Engineering (CSE) Group has an opening for a full-time Engineering position supporting Maintenance Repair & Overhaul (MRO) at our Oklahoma City / Tinker Air Force Base location. This MRO Engineering Role will support the overhaul and repair process for Fan and High Compressor hardware across the Pratt & Whitney’s family of Military Engines at Tinker AFB, Oklahoma City. The role begins with three, 8-month rotations, in Design, Structures and Project engineering, all within the OKC/Tinker AFB Engine Life management Team (ELMT). You will be working with all levels of P&W Engineers and our military customers. This position is key to the on-going global sustainment effort. As a Compression Systems Design Engineer I at Pratt & Whitney, the responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Contributing as part of the P&W Engineering Team in supporting engine/hardware investigations and dispositions.
• Executing Design and Structures evaluations and solutions for engine hardware.
• Monitoring and trending hardware health for limit updates, the Component Improvement Program (CIP), and repair tasks activities.
• Engaging in a customer-facing role.

What You Will Learn

Experience three 8‑month rotations in Design, Structures, and Project Engineering within the OKC/Tinker AFB Engine Life Management Team (ELMT). Build a broad technical foundation across multiple engineering disciplines. Work closely with P&W engineers at all levels and engage directly with military customers. Develop skills in analysis, problem‑solving, technical communication, and cross‑functional collaboration. Gain exposure to real-world sustainment challenges and long-term engine lifecycle planning. Understand how engineering decisions support global fleet readiness and ongoing sustainment efforts. Contribute to mission‑critical work while growing your systems‑level perspective of engine performance and durability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Design, Aerospace Engineering or Mechanical Engineering obtained by start date.
• Experience with Computer-Aided Design (CAD).
• Minimum 3.0 Cumulative GPA.
• Experience may be obtained through on-the-job experience, research, coursework, or projects.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Cumulative GPA of 3.6 or higher.
• Experience applying Design principles to support engineering development and problem‑solving.
• Experience delivering presentations, leading projects and using organizational skills.

What We Offer

Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation. Selected candidate will begin with three, 8-month rotations, in Design, Structures and Project engineering, all within the OKC/Tinker AFB Engine Life management Team (ELMT).

Relocation Eligibility

Salary

The salary range for this role is 57,200 USD - 108,800 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels.

Benefits

• 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 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.

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.