Strother Engine Mechanic 2nd shift

F00031 GE Engine Services, LLC; Arkansas City (AR); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

GE Aerospace Strother Facility is seeking workers to assemble and disassemble engines, components, and accessories per technical standards. You will perform comprehensive examinations and repairs of hardware for return to service and airworthiness certification.

Requirements include a high school diploma, experience with precision tools, and an Airframe & Powerplant License or 5+ years of related engine experience. 2nd shift availability is required with overtime potential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Experience with precision measuring instruments, hand/power tools, and shop equipment.
• Airframe and Powerplant License or 5+ years in related engine work (diesel, automotive, aircraft, or military).
• Ability to work 2nd shift 3:30pm–11:30pm Mon–Fri; overtime and weekends possible.

Responsibilities

• Perform engine overhaul/maintenance tasks as assigned.
• Coordinate routing and movement of assemblies, hardware, tooling, and materials.
• Troubleshoot in-process problems within technical procedures.
• Verify work complies with specifications and quality criteria.
• Maintain records and a safe, cost-conscious work environment.

Skills

Precision measuring instruments

Hand and power tools

Shop equipment & machinery

Airframe & Powerplant knowledge

Diesel mechanic experience

Military engine experience

Education

Airframe and Powerplant License

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Precision measuring tools

Shop tools

Job description

Job Description Summary

This challenging position on our production team involves the assembly/disassembly of engines, components, and accessories, in accordance with technical and/or standard work practices. You’ll perform comprehensive examinations and repair of hardware for return to service and airworthiness certification.

About GE Aerospace

Are you ready to elevate your future? You’ll be warmly welcomed at GE Aerospace where we are advancing aviation technologies for today and tomorrow. Your work will contribute to the production of advanced jet engines, components, and integrated systems that power commercial and military aircraft. You’ll be part of a team that embraces your drive, your curiosity, and your unique ideas and perspectives. You’ll learn and achieve as part of an on- going LEAN transformation. And, most importantly, you’ll share in our pride and purpose that affects the lives of millions around the world.

Working at our Strother Facility

If you want to be part of something special, consider a career opportunity at our advanced technology engine services overhaul facility. Here, employees are helping to restore commercial and military jet engines to their fullest functionality, efficiency, and performance.

Job Description Requirements include:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Experience and proficiency with precision measuring instruments and devices, hand and power tools, shop equipment and machinery as assigned
• Airframe and Powerplant License or 5+ years of diesel mechanic, automotive, aircraft manufacturing experience, or military experience working on engines
• Must be able to work 2nd shift 3:30pm-11:30pm Monday-Friday, with the potential for overtime and weekends as needed

Desirable qualifications:

• Automotive/Diesel Certificate
• Mechanical ability
• Humble: respectful, receptive to feedback and change, agile, eager to learn
• Adept at prioritizing work, meeting deadlines, and managing multiple priorities
• Knowledge and understanding of lean operations and a willingness to participate in continuous improvement activities

Essential Responsibilities:

• Perform engine overhaul/maintenance tasks as assigned
• Provide routing and the movement of assemblies, hardware, tooling, and other material in support of assigned area
• Troubleshoot in-process problems, malfunctions, or component failures within the limitations of relevant technical procedures
• Verify work performed is in accordance with technical specifications, manuals or other quality verification criteria
• Maintain records and perform related duties
• Maintain a safe, secure, and healthy work environment, produce quality results, and help control costs
• Comply with and support all GE and Site policies
• This role may encounter high risk or hazardous operations, working with chemicals, 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

Benefits and Programs

GE Aerospace offers comprehensive benefits and programs to support your health and, along with programs like HealthAhead, your physical, emotional, financial and social wellbeing. Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach from GE Aerospace; and the Employee Assistance Program, which provides 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan, a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness.

Additional Information

GE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. 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. This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. Therefore, employment will be contingent upon the ability to prove that you meet the status of a U.S. Person as one of the following: U.S. lawful permanent resident, U.S. Citizen, have been granted asylee or refugee status (i.e., a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)). Additional benefits: GE Aerospace (General Electric Company or the Company) and its affiliates each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a "Sponsor"). Each Sponsor reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a Sponsor’s welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation for purposes of participating in the application/hiring process with GE. If you are unable or limited in your ability to apply or interview as a result of your disability, you can request reasonable accommodations by emailing us at [e-mail].

*All job descriptions are subject to change.

Relocation Assistance Provided

No

Find Out More About GE Aerospace

At GE Aerospace, we invent the future of flight, lift people up, and bring them home safely. We are a world-leading provider of jet engines, components, and integrated systems for commercial and military aircraft. At GE Aerospace, respect for people is core to our culture and commitment to FLIGHT DECK, our proprietary lean operating model. We attract, develop, and retain industry-leading talent from all backgrounds and cultivate communities where people are respected and empowered to reach their fullest potential. For the people of GE Aerospace, their work isn't just a job. It's their passion and purpose. We work and win as one team, accountable to each other and our customers, and we are always finding a better way to climb higher together. We were meant to fly.