Aero Repair Engineer

Description

Mechanical Dynamics and Analysis LLC (MD&A) — a global leader in power generation services, parts, and repairs — is seeking an Aeroderivative Repair Development Engineer to join our growing team. This is an exciting opportunity to work on diverse, technically challenging projects and help shape the future of aeroderivative gas turbine component repair and manufacturing. 

If you're a hands-on engineer with strong technical design, manufacturing process, and gas turbine repair experience, we’d love to meet you.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead the development and implementation of manufacturing and repair processes for aeroderivative gas turbine components.
• Design innovative tooling solutions to support component repair and new part manufacturing.
• Interpret complex engineering data: blueprints, CAD models, material specs, and process documentation.
• Optimize machining and manufacturing operations to improve efficiency, reduce cycle time, and ensure top-tier product quality.
• Establish and maintain quality standards, performing root-cause analysis (RCA) and ensuring compliance.
• Create detailed work instructions to train operators and standardize repair and inspection processes.
• Serve as the technical focal point for nonconformance reports (NCRs) and component disposition.
• Present technical content during engineering or program reviews.
• Ensure proper documentation aligned with engineering policies and procedures.
• Support engineering and business partners to ensure repair limits, processes, and procedures are correctly incorporated into shop and vendor manuals.
• Develop and industrialize new repair processes for Aero Gas Turbine components.
• Perform design analysis and evaluation to substantiate repairability limits and operational life.  
• Provide direction for CAD models, drawings, and component specifications.
• Support the repair process qualifications and drive standardization and industrialization efforts.
• Performs other related duties/tasks assigned by management. 

Requirements

Required Skills & Experience:

Technical Skills:  

• Proficiency in SolidWorks, Mastercam, and other CAD/CAM tools.
• Experience with industrial gas turbine components, especially turbine blade grinding and repair.
• Strong inspection and quality assurance background for machined and repaired components.
• Knowledge of machining, heat treatment, and inspection of nickel-based superalloys.
• Competency with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and project management tools such as MS Project.

Engineering Knowledge:

• Solid foundation in mechanical engineering principles. 
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, CAD models, and material/process specifications 

Soft Skills: 

• Excellent problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• High level of integrity and professionalism.

Education & Experience: 

· Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering and/or a related field, OR equivalent professional experience in a relevant technical discipline.