F135 Field Service Engineer–Rovaniemi, Finland

RTX

23h•Onsite

About The Position

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 Operations is seeking a motivated, diligent, self-starter with strong written and oral communication skills to represent Pratt & Whitney at Rovaniemi Air Base, Finland, as a Field Service Engineer (FSE). This position is a Customer facing role in a high visibility, team-oriented environment in support of the Finnish Air Force (FAF) fleet of F-35 CTOL aircraft propulsion systems. What You Will Do: This assignment has a minimum 3-year in-country commitment; maximum 5-years in-country. As a new Site activation, the selected candidate will arrive 90 days before First Aircraft Arrival and assist in preparations for the beginning of F-35A operations at the Base. 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 FAF 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 FAF, 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. Provide timely insight to PW management relative to emerging issues and ongoing relationship with this valued PW Customer.

Requirements

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.
Cannot be dual US-Finland citizen due to immigration requirements.
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.

Nice To Haves

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.

Responsibilities

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 FAF 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 FAF, 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.
Provide timely insight to PW management relative to emerging issues and ongoing relationship with this valued PW Customer.