F135 Field Service Engineer Nevatim, Israel (Onsite)

Pratt & Whitney; United States; Remote; USD 101,000 - 203,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Pratt & Whitney as a Field Service Engineer, supporting the Israeli Air Force's F-35A fleet. This role requires strong communication skills, a Bachelor's degree, and 8+ years of experience in turbine engine maintenance. You will play a vital role in ensuring engine operations and collaborating with various teams in a dynamic, customer-facing environment.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) match

Flexible work schedules

Employee Scholar Program

Paid time off and holidays

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in aircraft gas turbine engine maintenance.
• U.S. citizenship and ability to maintain security clearance required.
• Experience in F-35/F135 production and logistics preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support F-35A/F135 operations including systems and tooling.
• Conduct engine health monitoring and maintenance coordination.
• Report on support activities and ensure compliance with procedures.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Autonomic Logistics Information System (ALIS)

Job description

Date Posted:

2025-06-19

Country:

United States of America

Location:

PWXIL: P&W Israel Remote Location, Remote City, CT, 06101 USA

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:

DoD Clearance: Secret

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 Support and Services is seeking a motivated, diligent, self-starter with strong written and oral communication skills to represent Pratt & Whitney at Nevatim Air Base, Israel, as a Field Service Engineer (FSE). This position is a customer-facing role in a high visibility, team-oriented environment in support of the Israeli Air Force (IAF) fleet of F-35A aircraft propulsion systems.

***PER RTX GUIDANCE THIS POSITION IS UNACCOMPANIED***

What You Will Do:

• This assignment has a minimum 3-year in-country commitment; maximum 5-years in-country. The selected candidate will arrive upon closure of work permit and visa process. The selected candidate will relocate to Israel unaccompanied by spouse, children or family.
• Support F-35A/F135 operations to include systems, tooling, material, and processes; the FSE will have hands-on interaction with the engine (software and hardware), aircraft and IAF Squadron personnel. 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 IAF, and Lockheed Martin.
• Collaborate regularly with internal PW teams (Customer Support Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Operations Center, ALIS teams, etc.) in troubleshooting and resolution of emerging Customer issues and maintain flexibility to adapt to and resolve constantly changing Customer priorities.
• 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.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• 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. This includes Supply Chain management and Support Equipment management.
• 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.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• 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, as well as 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 are desirable.
• Prior military service in maintenance/logistics also a plus.

***PER RTX GUIDANCE THIS POSITION IS UNACCOMPANIED***

Learn More and Apply Now!

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

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 roles, commuting to and from the assigned site is the employee’s personal responsibility.

The salary range for this role is 101,000 USD - 203,000 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.

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