Jet Engine Propulsion Engineer - Maintenance & Overhaul

GE Aerospace • Arkansas City, KS

6d • Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an accredited institution with a minimum of 3 years’ experience in jet engine workscoping, hardware disposition, or related turbomachinery/rotating equipment engineering OR a High School Diploma / GED with a minimum of 7 years’ experience in jet engine workscoping, hardware disposition, or related turbomachinery/rotating equipment engineering
• Minimum 1 year of demonstrated experience troubleshooting technical issues in a production, overhaul, or maintenance environment
• Must pass background checks and drug screenings
• This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. Therefore, employment will be contingent upon the ability to prove that you meet the status of a U.S. Person as one of the following: U.S. lawful permanent resident, U.S. Citizen, have been granted asylee or refugee status (i.e., a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)).

Nice To Haves

• 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

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

Benefits

• GE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation.
• Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level