CTS - Hot Section - Field Service Engineer (Onsite)

Date Posted:

2026-05-06

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-CT-EAST HARTFORD-OBG ~ 400 Main St ~ BLDG OBG

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 certain necessary systems.

Security Clearance Type:

None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status:

Not Required

At RTX, the world largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world. 

Pratt & Whitney is a world leader in the design, manufacture and service of aircraft engines and auxiliary power systems and has been revolutionizing modern flight for over 100 years. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

What you will do:

• Work directly with Pratt & Whitney Customer Technical Services (CTS) supporting airline customers and Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) engine shops around the world that operate PW4000/2000 powered aircraft specific to Hot Section Turbine hardware and Controls/Systems.

• Provide guidance and recommendations regarding on-wing and off-wing operational troubleshooting and problem resolution, service bulletin retrofit activities, and engine manual interpretation.

• Engage CIPT engineering with the field service plan to implement hardware changes introduced by the PCIR EC process to ensure customer satisfaction.

• Participation in airline customer meetings, conferences, customer council calls, as well as releasing All Operator Communication (AOC) wires and Service Information Reports (SIR).

• Initiate technical data development of Engineering Authorization (EA), Special Instructions, and other documents for on wing and engine shop maintenance data for Aircraft Maintenance Manual (AMM), Engine Manual (EM), Clean, Inspect and Repair (CIR), and Maintenance Planning Guide (MPG) in support of airline customers.

• Interface with the following organizations to ensure clear, accurate and timely data development of engine inspection/maintenance data: Aftermarket and Sustainment Engineering (ASE) Repair, Fleet Management Programs (FMP), Customer Service/Client Managers, MRO/Engine Overhaul organizations, Standard Practices, CIPT's and Chief Engineers office, Structures, and Performance Analysis groups.

• Provide technical support interface with Pratt & Whitney Product Safety, Certification & Validation (PSCV) as well as airframer teams regarding the modification, inspection, and maintenance of engines.

• Ensure all technical data procedures are available; provide authorizing documentation and technical guidance as necessary.

• Triage urgent and Aircraft-On-Ground requests.

• Evaluate data provided and provide troubleshooting and continue-in-service guidance and recommendations.

• Assist customer engineers, maintenance control technicians and Pratt & Whitney's Field Service Representatives (FSR) in resolving on-site technical challenges.

• Provide support to our MRO network for urgent technical issues that may be causing work stops or delays.

• Ability to cover on occasion customer issues, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• A Bachelor’s degree in engineering

• 5+ years of Engineering experience or 3+ years with an advanced degree.

• U.S. person or eligible to obtain necessary export authorization required.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Understanding of hot section engine hardware such as hubs, airfoils, seals, and cases

• Exemplary verbal and written communication to provide clear instructions and answers to customers.

• Knowledge and experience with P&W engines.

What We Offer:

• Benefits

• Relocation Package

 

Learn More & Apply Now!

What is my role type?

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: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.

Candidates will learn more about role type and current site status throughout the recruiting process. For onsite and hybrid roles, commuting to and from the assigned site is the employee’s personal responsibility.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.

The salary range for this role is 86,800 USD - 165,200 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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