Aerospace Engine Production & MRO Engineer — Lead Overhauls

Hired; Burlington (NC); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision & Rx coverage

401(k) with company matching

Paid overtime and bonuses

Career advancement within aerospace

Job summary

Honda Aero, LLC in Burlington, NC seeks an Aircraft Engine Production & MRO Engineer to provide engineering leadership for gas turbine assembly, overhaul work scopes, and FAA-compliant repair procedures for new jet engines and those returning from the field.

The role requires 3+ years in gas turbine engine production or overhaul, strong knowledge of FAA regulations, and experience with lean manufacturing and MES software.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering.
• 3+ years of engineering experience in gas turbine engine production, overhaul, or repair environments.
• Working knowledge of FAA regulations and maintenance manuals.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing (Kaizen, Six Sigma, TQM) and MES software.
• Excellent technical communication and project leadership.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute MRO overhaul work scopes, parts repair procedures, and mass production rework instructions.
• Author and implement engineering changes, FAA Service Bulletins, and Instructions for Continued Airworthiness.
• Collaborate with design and quality engineering to enhance engine reliability and reduce assembly cycle times.
• Design and maintain precision engine kitting layouts, tool shadowing, and parts control systems.
• Provide technical guidance to assembly technicians and collaborate with tier-1 engine parts suppliers.

Skills

Gas turbine engines

Engineering leadership

FAA regulations familiarity

Lean manufacturing

MES software

Technical communication

Project leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

MES software

Job description

Honda Aero, LLC in Burlington, NC seeks an Aircraft Engine Production & MRO Engineer to provide engineering leadership for gas turbine assembly, overhaul work scopes, and FAA-compliant repair procedures for new jet engines and those returning from the field.

The role requires 3+ years in gas turbine engine production or overhaul, strong knowledge of FAA regulations, and experience with lean manufacturing and MES software.