Position Summary/Objectives

Identify, evaluate, develop, and support the implementation of projects to increase sales, improve processes, and reduce costs. The senior repair development engineer will manage and lead assigned projects to completion. Projects will vary in workscope from developing a repair from OEM Technical Data to advising leadership toward major process changes such as capability improvements by equipment procurement. The senior repair development engineer will be expected to use their industry knowledge and expertise to mentor other departmental engineers.

Essential Functions

· Read and interpret OEM Technical Data such as Inspection Repair Manuals, Drawings, MOT/MWIs, etc.

· Review, advise, and write thorough Repair Routings to ensure efficiency and feasibility; Routings include each individual operation’s instructions.

· Effectively communicate with multiple departments as it relates to your job duties typically with technical support.

• Plan, manage, execute, and report on technical programs with limited supervision.
• Develop, substantiate, and qualify new processes, procedures, and equipment.
• Develop shop paperwork to allow smooth transition of project into production.
• Design tooling and fixtures as appropriate.
• Lead and mentor Development Engineers or Associate Development Engineers.

Supervisory Responsibilities

· No formal supervisory responsibilities for this role.

Work Environment

· While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration.

· The employee is occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions in the plant.

· The noise level in the work environment can be loud.

Physical Demands

· The physical demands of the job, including bending, sitting, and lifting.

Competency

· Strong attention to detail.

· Ability to work independently and closely follow directions is essential.

· Excellent communication skills both oral and written.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience:

• B.S. Degree in Engineering (or equivalent technical and Engineering experience) and 10 years technical experience.
• Ten years of experience in manufacture and/or repair of Gas Turbine Engine components.
• Experienced in following aerospace specifications and processes.
• Experience with OEM Technical Data such as Inspection Repair Manuals, Drawings, MOT/MWIs, etc.
• Preferred experience with various special processes e.g. GTAW, E-Beam Weld, Heat Treat, Braze, Thermal Spray, EDM, Shot Peen, Balance/Spin, etc
• Project management skills.
• Proficient in MS Office and various Engineering computer applications such as Outlook, Excel, Word, Solidworks, 2D AutoCAD (limited proficiency), etc.
• Preferred experience with review, development, substantiation, and compliance to FAA-DER Major Repair EAs/PMAs.

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, this job description does not establish a contract for employment and the content is subject to be changed, modified, or deleted at the discretion of the Company.

TurbineAero is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and seeks qualified candidates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age physical disability, national origin, marital status, ancestry, medical condition, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. TurbineAero maintains a drug and alcohol-free workplace in accordance with FAA requirements.