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APU Engineer
Supports all production efforts necessary to repair and overhaul Auxiliary Power Units and associated components.The means to repair and test details, components and engines in order to Return To Service within established turnaround time requirements.
APU Engineer Responsibilities:
- Ability to evaluate APU parts for acceptable serviceability.
- Analyzes data provided and makes work scope recommendations to Customers for repair of unserviceable assets.
- Performs engine and accessory test, performance analysis and troubleshooting.
- Prepares detailed work instructions for operations personnel, outside of routine overhaul procedures.
- Provides written or verbal technical advice for customers; produces reports relating to product serviceability, repair summaries, warranty, and failure analysis or product configuration.
- Provides technical support during the implementation of new processes; specifies tools and test equipment required; assists in training on the overhaul and test methods.
- Able to effectively diagnose APU and component malfunctions in the field or at overhaul.
- Ability to troubleshoot/maintain component test stands to avoid production interruptions.
- Continuous evaluation of shop processes, tooling, routings, and procedures affecting production.
- Develop/support shop routings/drawings; provide technical training to ensure shop proficiency.
- Define/maintain/upgrade process documentation and qualification of in-house processes.
- Directly interacts with internal/external Customers/suppliers/OEM concerning engine issues.
- Initiate material/process non-conformances issues; implement plans to effective resolution.
Requirements
APU Engineer Requirements:
- Engineering degree
- 5 years of APU assembly/analytical experience in an R&O environment
- Experience with Honeywell APUs preferred
- 3 - 5 years experience in a support role for APU engine maintenance
- Good understanding of manufacturing methods, shop equipment and machining processes
- Ability to read, understand and interpret blueprints
- Working knowledge of precision measuring instruments
- Working knowledge of gas turbine engine and/or accessory theory and performance analysis
- Valid FAA-A&P license preferred
- Must possess superior communication, writing and computer skills
