Engine Technician , Grade 03 (Onsite)

About the Role

Pratt & Whitney is seeking an Engine Technician Grade Level 3 to serve as a member of our F135 Field Team supporting the F-35, F-22 and Special Programs at Edwards AFB, CA. This is an onsite opportunity at Edwards Air Force Base on 1st or 2nd Shift. This will be 1st shift hours 06:00am - 02:30pm (must be able to work as needed 2nd shift hours 02:00pm - 10:30pm).

What You Will Do

• Under direction of supervisor, working lead and/or dock chiefs follow specified written work instructions, assembly drawings and/or blueprints to disassemble, inspect, repair, test, and assemble Pratt & Whitney military aircraft engines.
• Utilize standard and precision measuring instruments and gages to check and calculate dimensions, as required by instructions.
• Perform routine maintenance and request adjustments to tools and equipment, as necessary to meet process requirements.
• Utilize computer terminals to obtain technical data and reference materials.
• Read and interpret technical orders, manufacturers’ manuals, maintenance bulletins, blueprints, schematic drawings and other technical information.
• Utilize technical data to determine the required tools, support equipment and parts needed to perform assigned tasks.
• Ensure adherence to technical orders and compliance to P&W quality policies.
• Ensure proper handling and storage of parts in assigned area/department in accordance with P&W policies.
• Utilize safety practices and procedures.
• Comply with established safety rules and regulations and maintain a safe and clean work area.
• Communicate all difficulties to dock chiefs, working lead and/or supervisor, as applicable.
• Required to train for, obtain and maintain licenses, operator permits and certifications, as required for assigned area.
• Will be required to carry out tasks not specifically listed, within the scope and skill level of this job description in support of department objectives and to develop individual skills.
• May be required to work overtime, rotating shifts, uncommon hours, weekends, etc.
• You will be required to work atop maintenance platforms, ascend/descend maintenance stands, lift 25 pounds to a height of 4 feet, and position self to perform maintenance/inspections underneath engine rails and inside the exhaust duct.

Qualifications You Must Have

• High School Diploma/GED
• Comprehensive knowledge of gas turbine engine construction, related inspection method, disassembly methods, assembly methods, machine shop practices and overhaul/repair procedures.
• 1+ years of related military aircraft engine maintenance experience.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
• Must be able to work 1st or 2nd shift and on weekend as needed.
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Prior Military Aerospace Engine Maintenance experience.
• Hoist and forklift operation experience.
• Familiarity with test cell and flight line maintenance operations.
• Engine blade blend.
• Borescope experience, familiarity with flight line maintenance operations, knowledge of non-powered Aerospace Ground Equipment and a confirmed ability to use and interpret electronic technical manuals is preferred.
• Depot-Level (D-Level) or Intermediate level (I-level) maintenance experience.
• Air frame and Power Plant License

What We Offer

Edwards AFB hourly employee population is a Bargained Unit (Union). The current Bargaining Agreement allows for the hourly employee to receive the following benefits:

• Annual Rate Progression Increase (ARP) of .25 every 12 weeks (hourly rate of pay increases .25 every 12 weeks!)
• Generous vacation and personal time off policy (13 paid Holidays – 2026)
• Shift differential premium of 10%
• Generous Scope of Benefits Programs
• Referral Bonus Program – periodically offered.

Pay

The salary range for this role is $41.13 to $46.86; however, Raytheon Technologies considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills.

Additional Information

This role is 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.

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.

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. Security Clearance Type: DoD Clearance: Secret. Security Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required after day 1.