Job Description

At the Lafayette Engine Facility, our technicians are more than jet engine mechanics. We're a teaming site made up of multiple teams that operate as interconnected business units driving their team’s safety, quality, and delivery goals. This structure offers our team members a high degree of flexibility and professional development. In this role you will be based at one of GE Aviation’s newest, state of the art facilities in Lafayette, Indiana where we support new jet engine assembly for the LEAP and Passport engines as well as overhaul for the LEAP engine. As a Lafayette Technician, you will have the opportunity to grow and develop in unlimited ways.

Roles and Responsibilities

Drive team safety and quality investigations and corrective actions
Participate in a flexible workforce
Work on a team & take an active role in sitewide decision-making
Assemble, repair, and overhaul jet engines
Cross-train and learn multiple job scopes
Utilize planning software and various computer programs on a daily basis

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma / GED
FAA Powerplant certificate OR current program enrollment to obtain Powerplant certification OR equivalent military experience performing aircraft maintenance AND eligibility to pursue Powerplant certification (A&P Certification is accepted)
Proof of FAA Powerplant certification required to start

Desired Characteristics

Prioritizes safety and quality
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Ability to work in a self-directed team environment
Self-motivated and able to take initiative
Openness to give and receive feedback across different levels of employees
Ability to teach and coach others
Ability to make, and accept responsibility for, decisions
Willingness to work in multiple roles with varied responsibilities
Critical thinking capability, maturity of judgement

Additional Information

Flexible shift assignment (1st or 2nd) based on team and business need
Industry competitive pay, benefits, and paid time off
Relocation bonus provided (distance requirement to be met)
Interview travel costs covered
Progression schedule based on service eligibility requirements and self-driven project and training completion
Eligible for pay increase with progression schedule within 12 months
Robust assessment and evaluation process

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