Propulsion Engineer

Build an Aviation Career You’re Proud Of

Your work ties us all together, helping our teams function and operate. Experience opportunities to learn and be a part of an organization that has your back. And with competitive compensation and total rewards, you’ll also enjoy our great perks.

Work with the latest technologies and techniques in the aviation industry to source materials, manage inventory, and coordinate logistics. You’ll ensure we have what we need to service our customers.

As a Propulsion Engineer, you will provide technical decision-making & support to various internal and external customers regarding problems relating to product quality, turbine engine performance, turbine engine troubleshooting, production processes and product failure investigations.  You will also use qualitative & quantitative analysis to discover future opportunities for repair development, process development and process refinement as they relate to turbine engine overhaul and repair.

What You Will Do:
 

• Recognize and understand flight/product safety critical parts and processes
• Resolve technical problems outside of regular workscope through OEM liaise
• Act as a technical liaison for best practice sharing and OEM communications
• Prepare detailed work instructions for operations personnel outside routine Overhaul & Repair procedures
• Support day-to-day production and provide technical advisement on all aspects to meet technical requirements
• Provide process-related training and analyze methods to meet production requirements and improve quality and efficiency
• Provide technical advice and produce reports on product serviceability, repair summaries, warranty, and failure analysis
• Support implementation of new processes, specify tools and test equipment, and assist in training on overhaul and test methods
• Use statistical analysis for test data trending to maintain product quality and test cell correlation
• Coordinate with external resources for process support, improvement, or repair development
• Coordinate activities between internal and external Engineering and Operations during new repair and process implementations
• Initiate and support minor component repairs as allowed by FAR part 145
• Develop new repairs from engineering data and contribute to repair trials, analyzing and documenting results;
• Propose and perform cost-benefit analyses for new equipment purchases
• Stay updated with state-of-the-art technologies and processes
• Support test cell calibration and maintenance, including correlation with industry standards and OEM requirements
• Monitor and report test cell efficiency in support of modernization efforts with Central Engineering
• Analyze discrepancies in performance/vibration test data sets for incoming and outgoing engine tests
• Support technicians conducting engine on-wing and test cell performance runs, vibration surveys, and fan balance jobs
• Accept or reject engines based on performance data and provide work scope recommendations for corrections and/or improvements

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree in Engineering from an accredited university or college
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a support role for turbine engine maintenance

Eligibility Requirements:

• Ability to independently prioritize tasks according to customer commitments and company objectives
• Understanding of manufacturing methods, shop equipment, and machining processes
• Ability to read, understand, and interpret blueprints
• Working knowledge of precision measuring instruments
• Familiarity with gas turbine engine theory and performance analysis
• Strong PC skills
• Strong planning, organizational, analytical, leadership, interpersonal, decision-making, oral, and written communication skills
• Physical ability to walk throughout the facility, climb, bend, and lift

Preferred Characteristics:

• Experience with Honeywell propulsion engine and APU products preferred
• Valid FAA A&P license preferred

Benefits that make life better:

• Comprehensive Healthcare
• 401(k) with 100 company match; up to 5 vested
• Paid Time Off starting on day one
• Bonus opportunities
• Health- & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short- & Long-Term Disability
• Life & AD&D Insurance
• Learning & Training opportunities

Raising the Standard of Excellence since 1911

With over a century of proven excellence, StandardAero has become an industry leader in MRO services and customized solutions in the aerospace field. Our shared values and learning-based culture inspire our team to exceed their potential and power our customers’ missions worldwide. With on-the-job training, advancement opportunities, and excellent benefits, StandardAero invites you to experience a fulfilling and meaningful career with us.

Inclusivity Is Our Standard

It is StandardAero’s policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Our supportive environment celebrates diversity with no room for harassment or discrimination of any kind. We invite you to bring your authentic self to our team and experience our welcoming culture.