F135 Field Service Engineer — Remote/On-Site (Secret)

Pratt & Whitney; United States; Remote; USD 108,000 - 205,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Job summary

Pratt & Whitney seeks a Field Service Engineer to support the F135 propulsion systems for the Israeli Air Force, based at Nevatim. The role requires strong engineering knowledge, hands-on engine experience, and the ability to work in high-visibility, customer-facing environments.

Ideal candidates have 8+ years in engine maintenance or logistics, and can obtain/maintain U.S. security clearance; relocation for up to 5 years is expected, with potential extended hours during deployments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; non-technical degrees considered with related experience.
• 8+ years in aircraft gas turbine engine maintenance or logistics.
• Ability to obtain and maintain U.S. government security clearance; U.S. citizenship required.
• Willing to relocate to an unaccompanied posting in a region with elevated security conditions.
• Availability for 3+ year assignment and possible extended hours during deployments.

Responsibilities

• Support F-35A/F135 operations, including systems, tooling, material, and processes.
• Hands-on interaction with the engine, aircraft, and IAF personnel; monitor propulsion system health.
• Coordinate propulsion system maintenance activities with PW, the IAF, and Lockheed Martin.
• Collaborate with internal PW teams to troubleshoot issues and adapt to changing priorities.
• Provide reporting on status, flight data, and parts consumption.

Skills

Aircraft maintenance

Logistics management

Security clearance

Relocation readiness

Assignment duration 3+ years

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Engineering/technical degree preferred

Job description

Pratt & Whitney seeks a Field Service Engineer to support the F135 propulsion systems for the Israeli Air Force, based at Nevatim. The role requires strong engineering knowledge, hands-on engine experience, and the ability to work in high-visibility, customer-facing environments.

Ideal candidates have 8+ years in engine maintenance or logistics, and can obtain/maintain U.S. security clearance; relocation for up to 5 years is expected, with potential extended hours during deployments.