Borescope Inspector

About the role

GE Aerospace's On Wing Support test facility in Pittsburgh, PA tests GE and CFM commercial engines and provides regulatory certification and OEM engineering support. As a Borescope Inspector you will ensure the safety, reliability and performance of aircraft engines through hands-on inspection, testing, troubleshooting and cross-functional collaboration. The role involves holding CRS (Certificate of Release to Service) privileges and working in a fast-paced, safety-focused environment.

Key responsibilities

• Perform and document borescope inspections per technical references, approved references, Repair Station Manuals and GE policies, and coordinate corrective actions
• Review and interpret test and inspection data to detect abnormalities, assess engine health and recommend next steps
• Document all work and book time in the site's ERP software (SAP)
• Support engine testing, troubleshooting and root-cause corrective action with cross-functional teams (EHS, quality, engineering, planning, materials)
• Contribute to engine testing, maintenance and inspection procedures and help maintain inspection equipment, tooling and workspaces under 5S and Total Proactive Maintenance initiatives
• Produce accurate maintenance and inspection records supporting quality standards and regulatory compliance

Required profile

• High school diploma or GED with 4+ years of hands-on experience with advanced inspection and engine test equipment
• 1+ year of leadership experience guiding teams and driving execution
• FAA Powerplant license required
• At least 18 years old; the role may involve high-risk operations and shifts beyond a standard workweek
• Bachelor's degree preferred, ideally in Engineering or a related technical field

Required skills

• Commercial high-bypass turbofan engine testing: engine prep and de-prep, test cell or on-wing testing, line maintenance, engine changes, LRU removal and installation, troubleshooting and diagnostics
• Reading and applying technical manuals, blueprints and inspection criteria
• Hands-on experience with engine test cell operations, turbine engine troubleshooting and performance analysis
• Experience as Test Throttle Operator and Engine Test Site Operator
• Operating support equipment such as fork trucks, overhead cranes, transporters and tugs
• Working knowledge of SAP, Oasis or similar ERP systems

What we offer

• Relocation assistance provided
• Professional development and competitive compensation