$255 million investment will
support global sustainment for F135, F117, TF33, F100 and F119
engines
OKLAHOMA
CITY, Oct. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Pratt &
Whitney, an RTX business (NYSE: RTX), celebrated the opening
of its new 845,000-square-foot facility in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, solidifying its
position as the business's largest military engines field location.
The $255 million investment will
enable Pratt & Whitney to meet the growing demands of both U.S.
and global defense customers for the F135, F117, TF33, F100 and
F119 engines.
"Oklahoma City is the heart of
our global sustainment network for Pratt & Whitney's Military
Engines business and plays a critical role on every single one of
our programs," said Jill Albertelli,
president of Military Engines at Pratt & Whitney. "This new
facility will serve as a hub for all of our military engine
programs and allow us to better support our customers and their
missions."
Pratt & Whitney's Oklahoma
City site is home to over 500 full-time employees, with an
additional 500 contract and partner employees. This investment will
create an additional 100 full-time jobs over the next five
years.
"Our investment in this state-of-the-art facility underscores
our commitment to meeting both today's sustainment needs and
preparing for the future," said Greg
Treacy, vice president of Pratt & Whitney in
Oklahoma City. "This
expansion more than doubles our footprint in Oklahoma City, ensuring we have the capacity
and agility to support increased workloads as military programs
ramp up and new ones come online."
The site features automation and advanced technologies that will
streamline processes, improving accuracy, speed and
cost-effectiveness. It also incorporates LEED-certified
energy-efficient systems and waste reduction processes, reflecting
RTX's commitment to sustainability and operational efficiency.
Located alongside Tinker Air Force Base, the largest
maintenance, repair, and overhaul facility for the U.S. Department
of Defense, the new site will enhance the business' global
sustainment network and support the public-private partnership
between Pratt & Whitney and the U.S. Air Force. This
Oklahoma City facility is
strategically positioned to meet current and future sustainment
demands, supporting engines for the F-35, F-22, C-17, B-52, E-3,
F-15, F-16 and more.
About Pratt & Whitney
Pratt & Whitney is a
world leader in the design, manufacture and service of aircraft
engines and auxiliary power units. To learn more,
visit www.prattwhitney.com.
About RTX
With more than 185,000 global employees, RTX
pushes the limits of technology and science to redefine how we
connect and protect our world. Through industry-leading businesses
– Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon – we are
advancing aviation, engineering integrated defense systems, and
developing next-generation technology solutions and manufacturing
to help global customers address their most critical challenges.
The company, with 2023 sales of $69
billion, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.
For questions or to schedule an interview, please
contact corporatepr@rtx.com.
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