Jet Engine Technician (A&P) – Hands-on & Security Cleared

GE Aerospace; Edwards Air Force Base (CA); On-site; USD 112,000 - 126,000; Full time

Job summary

GE Aerospace at Edwards Air Force Base seeks an experienced technician to perform maintenance, inspections, repairs, modifications, and testing of military jet engines. You will assist in engine installation, testing, and teardown, maintain test cells, and follow manuals and safety procedures.

The ideal candidate holds a valid FAA A&P license, a high school diploma, and at least 4 years of related experience. Travel up to 30% and ability to lift 50 pounds are required; U.S.

Qualifications

• FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) license required
• High School Diploma or GED required
• Minimum 4 years of related experience
• Willing to work flexible hours including nights, weekends, holidays
• U.S. Citizen required
• Active or current U.S. DoD security clearance required
• Must obtain/maintain access to Special Access Programs
• Must be able to obtain/maintain military base access
• Must comply with Zero Tolerance Drug and Alcohol Testing
• Willingness to travel up to 30% of the time

Responsibilities

• Assist in installing engines in the test stand and setting up for tests
• Maintain and inspect Test Cell Facilities
• Handle jet engine module removal and installation and related machining/repair work
• Complete documentation per policies
• Follow maintenance manuals and SPs
• Troubleshoot and perform aircraft system tests
• Ensure high quality work
• Follow environmental safety policies
• Operate manlifts and forklifts
• Perform other site tasks as directed by supervisor

Skills

Strong communication skills

Teamwork

Lifting 50 pounds

Willingness to travel

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Two-year technical degree

Job description

GE Aerospace at Edwards Air Force Base seeks an experienced technician to perform maintenance, inspections, repairs, modifications, and testing of military jet engines. You will assist in engine installation, testing, and teardown, maintain test cells, and follow manuals and safety procedures.

The ideal candidate holds a valid FAA A&P license, a high school diploma, and at least 4 years of related experience. Travel up to 30% and ability to lift 50 pounds are required; U.S.