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At GE Aerospace, we design, build, and service advanced aircraft engines and systems that power the aviation industry. We foster a collaborative workplace focused on safety, quality, delivery, cost, and continuous improvement.

As a Propulsion Engineer at our Strother Field site, you will focus on troubleshooting, engineering analysis, and hardware disposition for F110 modules. You will resolve complex engine issues, develop optimized work scopes, and provide data-driven recommendations that improve engine performance, reliability, and shop efficiency.

• Diagnose and resolve complex hardware issues using data analysis and structured problem-solving (RCA, five-why).
• Analyze inspection findings and data to determine repair/replace/reuse dispositions for engine hardware.
• Develop incoming work scopes that balance technical requirements, customer needs, and contractual obligations.
• Collaborate with design, quality, and operations to implement corrective actions and drive design or process improvements.
• Provide clear technical guidance and documentation to production teams, internal partners, and customers.
• Assist Production Supervisors and production employees in resolving manufacturing process problems through root cause analysis and permanent corrective action.
• Evaluate manufacturing processes by designing and conducting research trials; applying knowledge of product design, fabrication, machining, tooling, and materials; conferring with equipment vendors; and soliciting observations from operators.
• Work cross‑functionally with quality and design engineers to ensure that new processes achieve established metrics.
• Translate technical processes and methods to train and empower production employees in the manufacturing techniques required for greatest yield, effectiveness, & equipment capability.
• Utilize lean principles to improve manufacturing efficiency by optimizing and planning workflow, space requirements, equipment organization, and layout.
• Promote and build a positive working relationship with hourly team members.

You are a hands‑on engineer who enjoys digging into data, solving problems at the root cause, and working closely with shop and cross‑functional teams to keep hardware moving through the factory safely and efficiently.

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an accredited institution with a minimum of 3 years of experience in aerospace manufacturing.
• OR High School Diploma / GED with a minimum of 7 years of experience in aerospace manufacturing.
• Minimum 1 year of demonstrated experience troubleshooting technical issues in a production, overhaul, or maintenance environment.

• LEAN/Six Sigma or equivalent problem‑solving/quality training.
• Jet engine experience in workscoping and hardware dispositions.
• Proficiency with MS Office and basic engineering analysis tools.
• Experience collaborating in a matrixed, cross‑functional environment.
• SAP experience.

Schedule: 1st Shift, approximately 45 hours/week – with paid overtime.

Rotational availability for weekend coverage.

Must be U.S. Citizen, must pass background checks and mandatory obligatory mandatory mandatory drug screenings.

Role may require lifting and work in varying environmental conditions.

GE Aerospace offers comprehensive benefits and programs to support your health and well‑being. Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach; and an Employee Assistance Program. Retirement benefits include a GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan, a 401(k) plan with company matching and contributions, and access to Fidelity resources.

Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time‑off for vacation or illness.

Relocation assistance provided: Yes.

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.

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of mandatory drug screening (as applicable).

This role requires access to U.S. export‑controlled information.