Service Investigation Engineer

Job Title

Service Investigation Engineer

Indianapolis, IN

3–10 Years

We are seeking a Service Investigation Engineer to lead failure analyses and reliability improvement activities for in-service defense engine hardware. The ideal candidate will diagnose root causes, define corrective actions, and support updates to service documentation to enhance product safety, reliability, and performance.

• Perform failure analysis (FA) and root cause analysis (RCA) on returned or field-experienced components.
• Conduct fatigue and fracture mechanics evaluations to determine failure mechanisms.
• Develop corrective action plans and provide engineering justification for service bulletins and technical directives.
• Coordinate with design, materials, and quality teams to implement long-term reliability solutions.
• Present investigation findings to internal stakeholders and DoD customers.
• Maintain documentation of findings and recommendations in compliance with program standards.

• Experience in Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA) and Root Cause Analysis (RCA) methodologies.
• Proficiency in fatigue and fracture analysis techniques.
• Strong data visualization and reporting skills using Power BI or similar tools.
• Understanding of aerospace materials, maintenance practices
  , and component life management.

• B.S. or M.S. in Mechanical or Materials Engineering (or related discipline).

• Prior experience with aerospace propulsion or defense hardware investigations
  .
• Familiarity with DoD service reporting and quality systems
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• Excellent technical writing and communication skills.

• Associate

• Full-time

• Engineering Services
• Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing