Propulsion Repair Operator

Job description

3398189
Additional Cities

Gloucester, Cheltenham
Career Level

Experienced
Relocation Assistance

No
Business

GE Aviation
Business Segment

Aviation Transitions
Function

Manufacturing
Country/Territory

United Kingdom
Postal Code

GL2 9QN
Role Summary/Purpose

GE has a small operation Propulsion Repair Facility (PRF) on the RAF Air base at Brize Norton. GE was awarded the contract to repair and overhaul the C130J propeller assemblies to return them to a serviceable condition. The successful applicant will provide direction and assistance to a work group in order to meet assigned objectives.
Essential Responsibilities

·  Provide group support in the attainment of goals with respect to safety, quality, cost, production and compliance leading to the production of a serviceable propeller or ancillary unit for the Royal Air Force. 
·  Ensure communication of key business / customer issues to employees. 
·  Continuously improve manufacturing, test, assembly and process for all assigned products / processes.
Interface with other organizations and vendors to assure requirements are met on time. 
·  Interface with the customer on a regular basis to communicate availability statistics. 
·  Provide ongoing support in facilitating the flow of hardware to meet customer requirements. 
·  Achieve high levels of internal and external customer service. 
·  Engage in planning equipment and other resources. 
·  Identify potential issues that may impact customer requirements or project financial performance, and resolve as necessary. 
·  Support the bench-marking of PRF performance. 
·  Provide propeller data to support reliability and performance monitoring. 
·  Complete the RAF Logistical data base for the propeller element (LITS). 
·  Demonstrate flexibility to support/work at UK and global site when needed (India, Italy and Canada).
Qualifications/Requirements

·  Either a Bachelor’s degree or a qualification similar to a City and Guilds with significant of experience in a manufacturing or Repair and Overhaul role or relevant experience. 
·  Ability to conduct repairs and maintenance tasks in conjunction with higher level responsibilities. 
·  Customer interfacing experience. 
·  Ability to interact with all levels of the organization. 
·  Team oriented.
·  Ability to work in high change work environment. 
·  Ability to counsel and motivate workforce. 
·  Self-motivated with strong initiative, and the ability to see beyond the current situation to the final solution. 
·  Able to deal in a constructive and company focused manner with the frustrations associated
with a satellite facility.

Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. However, non-EU/EEA candidates may not be appointed to a post if a suitably qualified, experienced and skilled EU/EEA candidate is available to take up the post, as the employing body is unlikely, in these circumstances, to satisfy the Resident Labour Market Test. For further information please visit the UK Border Agency website http://www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk/visas-immigration/working

Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance is required and must be maintained for this role. Please note that in the event that BPSS clearance cannot be obtained, you may not be eligible for the role and/or any offer of employment may be withdrawn on grounds of national security. Please see the link below for further details regarding the requirements for BPSS clearance
https://www.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/61212/hmg-personnel-security-controls.pdf

Desired Characteristics

·  Either an FAA Airframe; Powerplant Mechanic Certification or an EASA Certification, or experience in maintaining the R391 or similar a Dowty propeller system with release authorization.
·  Prior experience in a manufacturing environment.
·  Ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
·  Strong team building skills.
·  Strong attention to details.
·  Ability to bring assignments to a successful completion. 
·  Strong oral and written communication skills.
·  Strong interpersonal and leadership skills

About Us

AtGE Aviation , we are imagination at work. Whether we’re manufacturing components for our GEnx engines or driving innovation in fuel and noise reduction, the GE Aviation teams are dedicated to turning imaginative ideas into advances in aviation that tackle some of the world’s toughest problems. Join us and you’ll find yourself in a dynamic environment where our ongoing, substantial investment in research and development keeps us moving forward and looking ahead. At GE, developing people is embedded in our culture and integral to our growth. Here you’ll work collaboratively and across functions with the highest caliber talent, utilizing ground breaking technology and processes. Whether it’s the next generation of ecomagination products or the future of aircraft engines, we’ve got the state-of-the-art resources to make those innovations a reality. If you’re passionate about aviation and looking for a career rich with challenges and unlimited opportunities for growth and advancement, then join GE in reengineering the sky through aviation innovations that will impact the globe for generations to come.

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Primary Country

United Kingdom
Primary State/Province

England
Primary City

Gloucester