Aircraft Engine Production & MRO Engineer

LS Solutions; Chapel Hill (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

LS Solutions in Chapel Hill, NC seeks an engineering leader for the engine production and MRO team. You will provide planning, technical direction, and supplier support for new and repaired aircraft engines, guiding design changes and improving reliability.

Collaborate with manufacturing to optimize processes, support parts repair and engine builds, oversee engine kitting, and contribute to cost and delivery goals while fostering continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years in aircraft engine production or repair, with experience in turbine engine maintenance.
• Familiarity with FAA regulations and lean manufacturing principles (TQM, Kaizen, Six Sigma).
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills; able to work across diverse environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, technical direction, and supplier support for engine production and MRO.
• Execute design changes and lead business planning for MRO and manufacturing expansion.
• Develop procedures, collaborate with manufacturing teams to improve reliability and efficiency.
• Support parts repair and engine build scope, oversee engine kitting and supplier quality.
• Contribute to cost and delivery goals.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

Kaizen

TQM

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

Job description

Join a forward-thinking team dedicated to innovation and sustainable mobility.

Role Overview:

As a member of the engine production and Maintenance, Repair, Overhaul (MRO) team, you will provide engineering leadership in planning, technical direction, and supplier support for new and repaired aircraft engines. Your responsibilities include executing design changes, leading business planning for MRO and manufacturing expansion, developing procedures, collaborating with manufacturing teams to improve reliability and efficiency, and supporting parts repair and engine build scope. You will oversee engine kitting, support supplier quality, and contribute to cost and delivery goals.

Qualifications & Skills:

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering preferred. Minimum of 3 years in aircraft engine production or repair, with experience in turbine engine maintenance, FAA regulations, lean manufacturing principles such as TQM, Kaizen, Six Sigma, and proficiency with manufacturing systems. Strong organizational, problem-solving, communication, project management skills, and ability to work effectively in diverse environments are essential.

Working Conditions:

Involves manufacturing/test environments, some outdoor activities, physical exertion, and adherence to safety protocols. Limited travel may be required.

This role offers competitive compensation, benefits, career growth opportunities, and additional support programs, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and development.