What are the responsibilities and job description for the On Wing Support Technician - M-F Day Shift position at GE?
Job Description Summary
The On Wing Support Technician, based in Northern Kentucky, will be responsible for performing maintenance on GE/CFM commercial aircraft engines in the field and in shop. The OWS technician may be deployed on short notice to any location around the world to carry out maintenance work. In this role, technicians provide engine troubleshooting, field repairs, and line maintenance, while developing positive relationships with customers through outstanding customer responsiveness.Module removal and installation, line maintenance, borescope inspections and blends are among the tasks commonly required
Job Description
Essential Responsibilities:
- Perform maintenance on GE/CFM aircraft engines around the world to the highest quality standards.
- Partner with planning team and CVG inspectors to execute business-specific strategies—serve customers and win additional business.
- Understand and follow appropriate Aircraft Maintenance Manual, Engine Shop Manual procedures.
- Demonstrate required knowledge of OWS Quality Procedures, as well as FAA/EASA Part 145 requirements and procedures. Act in accordance with the site’s Repair Station and Quality Control Manual and other applicable regulation/bounds.
- Perform supplementary shop and housekeeping duties as required
- Build customer relationships through good communication skills and understanding of customer perspectives.
- Take ownership for and follow through on full scope of work tasks and projects.
Qualifications/Requirements:
- High School Diploma / GED
- Federal Airframe and Power Plant Mechanic (A&P) license
- Ability to travel on short notice and be deployed at remote, international locations for extended periods of time
Additional Eligibility Qualifications:
- Ability to be dispatched to a field job assignment in less than 24-hour notice
Desired Characteristics:
- Minimum of 6 months of experience in repair of large commercial engines
- Approaches work with a “can-do” attitude and a sense of commitment to both the team and customer objectives
- Possess a desire to learn and grow with technology advancements and new engine models
- Features strong interpersonal and leadership skills, including problem-solving ability
- Holds previous LEAP, GE90, CFM, CF6, CF34, and GENX experience and international field experience. This knowledge to include Line maintenance, engine changes, module removal & installation, and/or LRU removals and installations.
- Holds NDT Level II experience in Ultrasonic, Eddy Current, and Fluorescent Penetrant Inspection
- Proven leadership experience leading initiatives of moderate scope and impact
- Demonstrated quality, compliance, and customer satisfaction skills
Additional Information
GE offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE 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 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).
Relocation Assistance Provided: No
