Senior Production Engineer

Build an Aviation Career You’re Proud Of

At StandardAero, we use our ingenuity and know-how to find solutions for the simple to the most complex challenges in aviation. Together, we get the job done and done well. Our stability, resources, and respectful culture supports you in building a solid career with a great team you can count on day in and day out for the long term.

The Senior Production Engineer provides engineering support to the business unit for all aspects of engine & component repair related to development of minor repairs and continuous improvement programs. 

What you’ll do:

• Identify and establish improvement programs through root cause analysis and works with quality department to trend the improvements.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure that our products and services meet the highest industry standards and maintain compliance to relevant airworthiness and contractual requirements
• Prepare engine inductions, detailed work instructions, UBS router creations, Engine Manual Revision Reviews, NCT Dispositions, Test Cell troubleshooting, Cycle 2 Repair support and submit OEM Technical Inquiries, while providing MRO Engineering Technical product support.
• Own, generate, maintain, and update temporary overhaul data revisions (TODRs), prepare production routings and detailed instructions based on approved data.
• Review all scrap not able to be dispositioned routinely with a view to applying book repairs, logging scrap rates and costs, and accumulating stock as future-repairable.
• Work in collaboration with other engineers in assessing repair feasibility and developing and improving processes.
• Act as a conduit between the business unit and operations in resolving technical production problems.
• Interpret technical drawings and OEM manuals. Communicates directly with OEM on accessing repairability of components.
• Provide support and consultation services to operations to assist with the dismantle, inspection, repair and assembly process of gas-turbine engines.  
• Support acquisition of equipment as required to meet implementation objectives.  Establish and monitor equipment safety issues.
• Responsible for observing all applicable safety requirements and reporting immediately any unsafe practices/conditions.
• Carry out special projects & duties as assigned.

What Skills you will use:

• University degree in mechanical, industrial, aerospace, or metallurgical engineering; or equivalent (Required)
• 3+ years working knowledge of gas turbine/accessory design theory, basic machine shop practices, and basic gas turbine metallurgy; familiarity with engine manuals. (Required)
• 3+ years working knowledge of precision measuring instruments; ability to interpret drawings (including tolerancing).
• 3+ years’ experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
• In jurisdictions governed by a regulatory body or with an association that is governed by local legal requirements, registration is required

Preferred Characteristics

• Good planning, organizational, analytical, leadership, interpersonal, decision making, oral and written communication skills.
• Good project management skills.
• Thorough knowledge of company processes, company instructions, and quality requirements as they pertain to airworthiness and contractual requirements.
• Thorough knowledge of failure modes and effects analysis.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. Proficiency in database query (SQL) and/or Power BI
• Basic knowledge of production management computer systems

Salary Range: 

$100,000 – $123,000

This position is located in the San Joaquin Valley area of California. Here are some reasons why you should consider moving here: 

• Discover the best of California living in the beautiful San Joaquin Valley—where sunny days, breathtaking landscapes, and a welcoming community come together.
• This region is the state’s agricultural heartland, offering fresh, locally grown food year-round and a vibrant mix of cultural festivals and events. 
• Enjoy a lower cost of living than many other parts of Californi