Field Service Engineer - Usaf Rover

Date Posted:

2026-07-22

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-VT-SOUTH BURLINGTON-AIRPORT-CUST ~ 112 NCO Dr ~ NCO (External Site)

Position Role Type:

Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

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

At RTX, the world's 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: 

• Assigned to the Vermont Air National Guard (VT ANG) to directly support the day-to-day flying operations ensuring propulsion availability. Coordinate F135 propulsion system maintenance activities with the P&W team, flight line operating areas, squadron, and Lockheed Martin maintenance operating areas.
• Perform controls activities related to aircraft download processing and analysis, propulsion system software loads, activations 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. Activities include fault isolation/troubleshooting and F135 repair actions consistent with the F135 Unit Level Maintenance Concept.
• When not supporting the Vermont Air National Guard, provide short‑notice Domestic and International backfill with ability to quickly adapt to local processes and standards to support F135 customers. Extended periods of domestic and international travel are expected to support customer detachments and deployments.
• Must be able to work autonomously as the sole FSE and rotate between first and second shift schedules to provide customer support and meet team objectives.

What You Will Learn:

• Different styles and approaches of FSE customer support from the entirety of the F135 FSE community.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• A bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related technical field is preferred.  Non-technical degrees or experience in lieu of a degree will be considered if the candidate has 12+ years in engine/aircraft maintenance, logistics, and logistics support. This includes supply chain management and Support Equipment management.
• A minimum of 8+ years of professional experience (with a degree) in engine/aircraft maintenance, logistics, and logistics support is required. This includes supply chain management and Support Equipment management.
• The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued secret security clearance is required.
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a secret clearance.
• Position requires up to 50% Travel. 

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field.
• Experience in F-35/F135 Production, Flight Test, CSE, Maintenance, and/or Program ManagementF135 FSE Proficiency Level 4Prior military service in aircraft maintenance and/or logistics
• Proven interpersonal, leadership and teaming abilities
• Familiarity with CORE tools and processes. Proficient in Microsoft Office Products, specifically Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.

What We Offer:

• The position has the unique flexibility of being dedicated to a home unit and up to 50% travel to support the F-135 program worldwide.

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Please ensure the role type defined below is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role. This position is classified as: Onsite

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 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 107,500 USD - 204,500 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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