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Borescope Inspector

Full Time Remote

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Job Description

Job Description Summary

As a Borescope Inspector at our new site in Pittsburgh, you will play a critical part in ensuring the safety, reliability, and performance of aircraft engines through hands-on inspection, testing, troubleshooting, and cross-functional collaboration. The ideal candidate brings hands-on engine maintenance expertise, certified inspection experience, and strong borescope inspection capability. Make a direct impact on engine performance, serviceability, and operational readiness!

GE Aerospace’s On Wing Support test facility in Pittsburgh, PA is a full-service provider with the regulatory certification and OEM engineering support to test GE / CFM commercial engines. Check us out! https://www.geaerospace.com/commercial/services/on-wing-support

Job Description

Key Responsibilities :

  • Execute borescope inspections as assigned; validate criteria, record measurements, and coordinate corrective actions.; may hold CRS (Certificate of Release to Service) privileges.

  • Responsible for performing and documenting inspections per applicable technical references, approved technical references, Repair Station Manuals, and GE policies.

  • Review and interpret test and inspection data to detect abnormalities, assess engine health, and recommend next steps.

  • Document all work performed and book time using the site’s ERP software (SAP).

  • Partner with cross-functional teams including EHS, quality, engineering, planning, and materials to support operational initiatives, identify root cause corrective action, and support constant improvement site-wide.

  • Assist with hands-on engine testing and troubleshooting to identify issues, validate engine condition, and support critical maintenance decisions.

  • Contribute to all aspects of the engine testing, maintenance, inspection, and troubleshooting procedures in accordance with Standard Work, appropriate technical references, Repair Station Manuals, and GE policies and procedures.

  • Support engine test execution and resolve any testing issues by driving root cause corrective action and problem-solving efforts following the appropriate problem-solving tool, Repair Station Manuals, and GE Policies & Procedures.

  • Perform supplementary shop and housekeeping duties as a part of the site’s 5S and Total Proactive Maintenance initiatives.

  • Produce accurate, detailed maintenance and inspection records that support quality standards, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence.

  • Work in a fast-paced, safety-focused environment while maintaining high standards of workmanship, precision, and accountability.

  • Help maintain inspection equipment, tooling, and workspaces to support efficient and compliant operations.

Minimum Requirements :

  • Minimum high school diploma / GED with 4+ years of hands-on work experience with advanced inspection and engine test equipment.

  • 1+ years of leadership experience, with a demonstrated ability to guide teams and drive execution.

  • FAA Powerplant License required.

Desired Characteristics :

  • Bachelor’s degree preferred, ideally in Engineering or a related technical field.

  • Proven experience with commercial high-bypass turbofan engine testing, including:

    • engine prep and de-prep

    • engine testing in a test cell or on-wing

    • line maintenance

    • engine changes

    • LRU removal and installation

    • troubleshooting and diagnostics

  • Strong knowledge of aircraft engine systems, components, and maintenance practices.

  • Ability to read, interpret, and apply technical manuals, blueprints, and inspection criteria with confidence.

  • Experience identifying defects, assessing engine condition, and using inspection tools and methods to support accurate evaluations.

  • Hands-on experience supporting engine test cell operations.

  • Familiarity with turbine engine troubleshooting and performance analysis.

  • Experience serving as a Test Throttle Operator.

  • Experience serving as an Engine Test Site Operator.

  • Experience operating support equipment such as fork trucks, overhead cranes, transporters, and tugs.

  • Working knowledge of SAP, Oasis, or similar ERP systems.

  • Ability to thrive both independently and in a cross-functional team environment.

  • Strong attention to detail with a clear commitment to safety, quality, and execution excellence.

  • Clear and effective communication and documentation skills.

GE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer . Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

GE Aerospace will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes

About GE Aerospace

GE Aerospace

GE Aerospace is one of the world’s premier aerospace companies, specializing in the design, manufacturing, and servicing of jet engines, propulsion systems, and integrated aircraft technologies. The company supports both commercial aviation and defense customers, powering aircraft used by airlines, the U.S. military, and allied forces around the world. With a legacy rooted in over a century of aviation innovation, GE Aerospace plays a central role in advancing the future of flight across efficiency, performance, and sustainability.

For job seekers, GE Aerospace offers opportunities across a wide range of disciplines including engineering, software development, advanced manufacturing, supply chain, cybersecurity, and program management. Employees work on mission-critical systems such as commercial and military jet engines, avionics, propulsion technologies, and lifecycle support services. The company is especially attractive to engineers, veterans, and cleared professionals who want to work on complex, high-impact systems that directly support global aviation and national security missions.

Unlike many pure defense contractors or startup aerospace firms, GE Aerospace combines deep industrial scale with long-term research and development capabilities. Employees contribute to programs spanning next-generation engine efficiency, additive manufacturing, digital engineering, and AI-enabled maintenance systems that help airlines and militaries improve reliability and reduce downtime. This blend of cutting-edge innovation and large-scale production gives employees exposure to both advanced R&D and real-world deployment at global scale.

As demand grows for more efficient aircraft engines, expanded defense propulsion capabilities, and modernized aerospace systems, GE Aerospace continues to expand its workforce and invest heavily in future technologies. For professionals seeking a stable yet highly technical career in aerospace and defense—where engineering excellence meets global impact—GE Aerospace remains one of the most respected and enduring employers in the industry.

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