GE Aerospace Propeller Technician

Job Description Summary

To support GE Aviation's customers by conducting industry's best practice repair and overhaul practices on DOWTY propeller systems to support GE Aviation's customers. Reporting to the DOWTY supervisor, you will conduct OEM directed maintenance on DOWTY propeller system platforms in a component workshop including De Havilland Aircraft Dash 8-400, Leonardo's C27J and Lockheed Martin C130 Hercules.

Job Description

Company Overview:

Working at GE Aerospace means you are bringing your unique perspective, innovative spirit, drive, and curiosity to a collaborative and diverse team working to advance aerospace for future generations. If you have ideas, we will listen. Join us and see your ideas take flight

Site Overview:

GE Aerospace in Australia, has sites in Brisbane, Newcastle, Richmond, Bundamba, and Matraville. Since 2005, we've driven innovation and supported avionics, propeller, and power systems across a diverse range of aircraft platforms for our customers. At our Brisbane facility, you'll work with highly skilled technicians on cutting-edge technology for civilian and military aircraft. We are committed to developing early career talent through student-focused programs and fostering a culture of respect and community support. Be part of a team that values giving back and making a difference in the aerospace industry.

Role Overview:

- Perform on-site Propeller systems maintenance inclusive of repairs, modification installation and preventative maintenance
- Provide technical instruction and assistance to customers within the parameters of formal technical documents
- Provide 'Hands On' technical assistance to GE manufacturing and repair facilities to support output requirements
- Maintain knowledge of applicable product line and aftermarket contractual obligations.
- Train and oversee apprentices and less experienced team members.
- Perform administrative functions, such as writing technical reports, ordering materials, supporting quotations and capturing sales and cost avoidance opportunities.
- Develop and maintain knowledge of, and adhere to, the Site Quality, Safety Management and EH&S policies and other compliance requirements. Bring forward for resolution any identified risks utilising provided systems.
- Maintain strong International Trade compliance regulations aligned to GE requirements
- Provide customer insight / intelligence as necessary
- Provide all customers (internal and external) timely and accurate responses to queries covering all relevant GE Systems products.
- Utilize provided tools to track and maintain customer queries to closure.
- Other duties as and when required.

The Ideal Candidate:

- Knowledge of, and/or experience in the maintenance and repair of propellers in both a workshop and field environment.
- Certificate IV in Aeroskills – Mechanical/Avionics or equivalent.

Required Qualifications:

- Certificate IV in Aeroskills – Mechanical/Avionics or equivalent.
- A track record of delivering high level customer service.
- Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills including the ability train people and prepare technical reports.
- Successful experience working in a small team.
- Knowledge of and experience working in accordance with civil/military regulatory frameworks
- A commitment to a healthy, safe and compliant work environment.
- May be required to obtain an Australian Defence Force Security Clearance.
- All candidates for this role are engaged in Safety Sensitive Aviation Activities (SSAAs) and will be subjected to approved testing in support of GE Aviation System Australia's CASA approved Drug and Alcohol Management Plan (DAMP).

Preferred Qualifications:

- Sound project and time management skills.
- Proven ability to use initiative, solve problems and implement improvements in the workplace

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS:
Team Leader
Workshop Operations Manager

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE:
Domestic relocation is authorised.

At GE Aerospace, we have a relentless dedication to the future of safe and more sustainable flight and believe in our talented people to make it happen. Here, you will have the opportunity to work on really cool things with really smart and collaborative people. Together, we will mobilize a new era of growth in aerospace and defense. Where others stop, we accelerate.

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes

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