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 report to the Manager of the Development Engineering Test Team. The Longueuil Development Engineering group is Pratt & Whitney Canada’s largest center for new engine development. With recent investments in modern assembly and test facilities, the group is responsible for the development of the next generations of turboshaft, turbofan, and turboprop engines, in addition to its existing portfolio, which spans multiple current and future product lines across the company.

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?

• Define and manage the proper implementation of test setups required to meet the intent of Requests for Test.
• Develop Test Instructions defining the test plan in accordance with Requests for Test.
• Program the Test Cell data acquisition system to meet test requirements.
• Manage daily test activities and coordinate all personnel from service departments involved in test setup and execution.
• Closely interact with test requesters to ensure that test data requirements and test setup are well understood throughout test execution.
• Ensure the quality of engine instrumentation data recorded throughout the test. Ensure that no test delays or repeats occur due to missing instrumentation or inadequate readings.
• Participate in and provide support for Test Cell and engine troubleshooting investigations when problems arise.
• Occasional travel may be required.
• Occasional second-shift coverage may be required.

What do you need to be successful?

• Bachelor degree in Engineering with good understanding of gas turbine operation.
• 2 years of experience in the field of testing and/or gas turbines.
• Very good skills for teamwork and problems solving. Desire to deeply understand gas turbines and Test Cell systems operation.
• Capacity to work under pressure.
• This position is part of a French-speaking work environment, it requires a very good knowledge of English to read and understand, on a daily basis, documentation and technical terms that may emanate from international organizations, as well as 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.