About Pratt & Whitney Canada

Pratt & Whitney Canada (P&WC) is a global leader in aerospace innovation, proudly headquartered in Longueuil, Quebec, since 1928. We design and manufacture next-generation aircraft engines that power the world's largest fleet of business, general aviation, and regional aircraft and helicopters.

For nearly 100 years, our teams have been at the forefront of propulsion technology, pushing boundaries to make flight more efficient and reliable. Our engines support missions that truly matter, from transporting people and essential goods, to enabling emergency medical services, humanitarian operations, and wildfire suppression around the world.

An Employer of Choice

Pratt & Whitney Canada was named one of Canada's Best Employers for 2026 by Forbes, marking the 11th consecutive year the company has earned this recognition. Pratt & Whitney Canada also ranked #1 employer in the aerospace and defense industry in the country. In addition, our headquarters continues to be recognized among the top employers in the Montreal region. Together, these distinctions reinforce our reputation as an employer of choice in Montreal, across Canada, and around the world.

Why Join The Team?

You will be responsible for various tasks and make a significant contribution to the Engine Performance Analysis Team by applying your knowledge of thermodynamics and aerodynamics. You will have a solid understanding of the fundamentals of engine performance, and develop an understanding of the engine at the systems level to effectively execute your tasks.

This is a full-time position from Monday to Friday with flexible hours, based in Longueuil, and performed exclusively on-site.

What will your day-to-day look like?

Perform propulsion cycle analysis and make aircraft engine performance predictions by creating computer simulations to achieve overall system level requirements.
Prepare steady state and transient engine performance data in support of engine control, stress and aerodynamic studies.
Specify requirements, evaluate engine test data and document results in support of development and flight test programs, production and product entry into service.
Understand system level issues related to aircraft engine design, performance, operability and operation; assess feasibility of new concepts and support preliminary design studies.

What do you need to be successful?

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering with a minimum of 4 years' experience, or master's degree with a minimum of 2 years' experience.
Good oral and written communication skills.
Proficient at handling several analytical tasks concurrently.
Demonstrated ability to operate well in and at times lead Integrated Product Teams.
Background or demonstrated expertise in aircraft engine performance and aerodynamics, sizing, cycle analysis and/or preliminary design analysis is an asset.
Knowledge of computer programming using Python, Matlab, FORTRAN, Visual Basic, and/or C++ is an asset.
Willingness to work outside of regular hours to support test programs involving multiple shifts.
This position is part of a French-speaking work environment; it requires a very good knowledge of English to read and understand daily documentation and technical terms, and to write and communicate in English with customers, suppliers or international colleagues.

What do we offer?

Pension and savings plan with employer contributions
Group insurance program
Opportunities for advancement (career progression)
Merit or recognition program
Health and wellness program, including virtual health care
Recreational and sports club
Nearby daycares
Transportation accessibility or public transit program and free parking

Working at Pratt & Whitney Canada

The masculine pronoun is used without discrimination and solely for the purpose of making the text easier to read. We will consider applications from all qualified candidates.

At Pratt & Whitney Canada, we combine passion, boldness, and precision to design, manufacture, and maintain the most advanced and reliable aircraft engines in the world. Our work and the quality of our products contribute to the success of our customers, who in turn save lives, support commerce, connect communities, and protect freedoms.

At Pratt & Whitney Canada, you have the opportunity to make a difference every day — just look up. Are you ready to go beyond?

The selected candidate will be required to complete a criminal background check and any applicable clearances with respect to the handling and transfer of controlled goods. Employment is conditional upon the successful completion of these checks and obtaining the required clearances. Failure to do so will result in the withdrawal of the employment offer.

RTX adheres to the principles of equal employment. All qualified applications will be given careful consideration without regard to ethnicity, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation or identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Engineer, Analyst - Aerodynamics & Thermodynamics