Propulsion Technician
Core
Build, teardown, and maintain airbreathing turbine applications and developmental engines for testing.
Role type
Propulsion Technician (Gas Turbine/Aerospace)
Builds
Developmental engine test stands and hardware for military systems
Domain
Defense / Aerospace propulsion
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Gas turbine engine maintenance, combustion hardware handling, electrical and sensor connections, test stand operation, data gathering for engine runs, autonomous operation with developmental hardware
Preferred skills
A&P License, machine shop experience, CAD design, mechatronics, sensor selection, data acquisition systems, automotive control electronics
Technologies
Turbojet engines, combustion hardware, electrical systems, sensor systems, data acquisition systems, CAD
Responsibilities
Build and teardown airbreathing turbine applications, maintain test stands and equipment, set up and test developmental engines, gather data for engine runs, troubleshoot combustion and electrical systems
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC