Jet Engine Propulsion Engineer - Maintenance & Overhaul
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Responsibilities
- Diagnose and resolve complex engine and hardware issues using data analysis and structured problem-solving (RCA, five-why)
- Analyze inspection findings and test data to determine repair/replace/reuse dispositions for engine hardware
- Develop incoming engine work scopes that balance technical requirements, customer needs, cost, and schedule
- Collaborate with design, quality, and operations to implement corrective actions and drive design or process improvements
- Provide clear technical guidance and documentation to production teams, internal partners, and customers
- Complete perfection reviews certifying serviceability of engines
- Ideal Candidate:
- Required Qualifications:
- Minimum 1 year of demonstrated experience troubleshooting technical issues in a production, overhaul, or maintenance environment
Requirements
- LEAN/Six Sigma or equivalent problem-solving/quality training
- Proficiency with MS Office and basic engineering analysis tools
- Experience collaborating in a matrixed, cross-functional environment
- SAP experience
- Additional Information:
- Schedule: 1st Shift, approximately 45 hours/week - with paid overtime
- Rotational 'on-call' availability for emerging issues
- Must pass background checks and drug screenings
- Role may require lifting and work in varying environmental conditions
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- Additional Information
- GE Aerospace will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).
- Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes
Additional Information
Job Description Summary Site Overview Strother Field - Arkansas City, KS About GE Aerospace At GE Aerospace, we design, build, and service advanced aircraft jet engines and systems that power the aviation industry. We foster a collaborative workplace focused on safety, quality, delivery, cost, and continuous improvement. Job Description Role Overview: As a Propulsion Engineer at our Strother Field site, you will focus on troubleshooting, engineering analysis, and hardware disposition for CFM56, CF34-8, CF34-10, and PP20 engines. You will resolve complex engine issues, develop optimized work scopes, and provide data-driven recommendations that improve engine performance, reliability, and shop efficiency. You will proactively drive cross-functional problem solving and continuous improvement.
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