Jet Engine Propulsion Engineer - Maintenance & Overhaul

Propulsion Engineer

As a Propulsion Engineer at our Strother Field site, you will focus on troubleshooting, engineering analysis, and hardware disposition for CFM
56, 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.

Key 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:

You are a proactive, hands-on, engineer who enjoys digging into data and solving problems at the root cause. You build meaningful relationships and can work closely with shops and cross-functional teams to keep engines moving through the site safely and efficiently. You demonstrate humility, respect for others, and are motivated by contributing to the team's success. You thrive in a fast pace environment with common, yet unique problems to solve.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited institution with a minimum of 3 years' experience in jet engine workscoping, hardware disposition, or related turbo machinery/rotating equipment engineering OR a High School Diploma / GED with a minimum of 7 years' experience in jet engine workscoping, hardware disposition, or related turbo machinery/rotating equipment engineering
• Minimum 1 year of demonstrated experience troubleshooting technical issues in a production, overhaul, or maintenance environment

Preferred Qualifications:

• 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