Job Description Summary

GE Aerospace’s On Wing Support is a full-service provider with the regulatory certification and OEM engineering support needed to complete complex engine repairs. Providing 24/7 AOG support, we dispatch OEM-trained technicians with tooling and parts to the flight line to provide repair solutions that help avoid unscheduled engine removal. Check us out! https://www.geaerospace.com/commercial/services/on-wing-support

Job Description

The On Wing Support Technician, based in Northern Kentucky, will be responsible for performing maintenance on GE/CFM commercial aircraft engines in the field and in shop.  The OWS Technician may be deployed on short notice to any location around the world to carry out maintenance work.  In this role, Technicians provide engine troubleshooting, field repairs, and line maintenance, while developing positive relationships with customers through outstanding customer responsiveness.  Module removal and installation, line maintenance, borescope inspections and blends are among the tasks commonly required. 

Essential Responsibilities:

• Perform maintenance on GE/CFM aircraft engines around the world to the highest quality standards.
• Partner with planning team and CVG inspectors to execute business-specific strategies—serve customers and win additional business.
• Understand and follow appropriate Aircraft Maintenance Manual, Engine Shop Manual procedures.
• Demonstrate required knowledge of OWS Quality Procedures, as well as FAA/EASA Part 145 requirements and procedures.   Act in accordance with the site’s Repair Station and Quality Control Manual and other applicable regulation/bounds.
• Perform supplementary shop and housekeeping duties as required
• Build customer relationships through good communication skills and understanding of customer perspectives.
• Take ownership for and follow through on full scope of work tasks and projects.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• High School Diploma / GED
• Minimum of 6 months of experience in repair of large commercial engines.
• Federal Airframe and Power Plant Mechanic (A&P) license required.

This role may encounter high risk or hazardous operations and/or include working shifts beyond a standard workweek. As such, a requirement of the role is to be at least 18 years of age by the time of joining.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:

• Availability to work flexible shift patterns as required, including nights, weekends and holidays.
• Ability to travel on short notice and be deployed at remote, international locations for extended periods of time.
• Ability to be dispatched to a field job assignment in less than 24-hour notice.
• Ability to work on customer site for a 1-3 month period, both domestic and International.

Desired Characteristics:

• Approaches work with a “can-do” attitude and a sense of commitment to both the team and customer objectives.
• Possess a desire to learn and grow with technology advancements and new engine models.
• Features strong interpersonal and leadership skills, including problem-solving ability.
• Holds previous LEAP, GE90, CFM, CF6, CF34, and GENX experience and international field experience.  This knowledge to include Line maintenance, engine changes, module removal & installation, and/or LRU removals and installations.
• Holds NDT Level II experience in Ultrasonic, Eddy Current, and Fluorescent Penetrant Inspection.
• Proven leadership experience leading initiatives of moderate scope and impact.
• Demonstrated quality, compliance, and customer satisfaction skills.

Whether we are manufacturing components for our engines, driving innovation in fuel and noise reduction, or unlocking new opportunities to grow and deliver more productivity, our GE Aerospace teams are dedicated and making a global impact. Join us and help move the aerospace industry forward.

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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). Employees may also be subject to random and reasonable-suspicion drug and alcohol testing.