Propulsion technician - Engine Build & Process Technician

The statutory and organisation health and safety policies, procedures and regulations that must be adhered to in a propulsion environment

The risk assessment process, procedures and documentation used within their own area of responsibility.

How to communicate effectively, listen, question, support and mentor others.

The relevant internal and external quality standards and procedures that apply to the design, development and manufacture of propulsion systems.

The principles and purpose of quality auditing.

The core engineering principles such as mathematics, science, mechanical and electrical/electronic applications relevant to their specialism

The importance of developing and maintaining Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) in order to meet all the relevant requirements, i.e. legal & code of practice.

How to prioritise their own and their/team’s workload to ensure that targets are met and to ensure effective use of resource/equipment

The various data collection systems used and their formats.

The principles and application of Measurement Systems Analysis methods and techniques.

How to analyse and interpret first line data accurately in order to, validate quality, draw conclusions, provide recommendations and communicate with others in a recognised format.

The use, benefits and applications of continuous improvement techniques and methods for engineering (such as Kaizen and Six Sigma).

The importance for organisations to manage and monitor supplier performance ensuring that cost, service, quality and sustainability objectives are being achieved and their responsibilities in that process

How to produce accurate, effective and concise plans, presentations and analysis of graphs/charts, process and lessons learnt documents.

The Internal and external audit compliance requirements (such as TS16949 and ISO 14001)

The importance of ensuring that engines are not contaminated during the build and the implications for the quality of the development programme data if this is not adhered to

The importance of adhering to the quality criteria such as setting working clearances and torque settings

The different fault diagnostic methods used, their application and selection

The methodologies used for part and product quality investigations

How to validate tooling and build deviations and associated equipment and instrumentation

The criteria used to determine the testing method(s) and equipment to be used.

The principles of how to create and edit test scripts to ensure data obtained is valid and reliable

The preparation and set up requirements of testing and data collection equipment/ancillary systems.

The preparation and set up requirements of propulsion units to be tested.

How to run and operate propulsion testing equipment effectively to ensure quality and consistent outcomes including understanding limits of adjustment and parameters for safe running and standardisation.

The different types and purpose of the tests that can be carried out on propulsion units/systems being developed such as performance, emissions, climatic, noise, vibration, durability, mechanical, electrical and calibration

Manage risk and the application of Health and Safety within their area of responsibility

Communicate effectively, listen, question, support and mentor others, whilst promoting an attention to detail throughout the propulsion development process

Manage checks on test or build systems and problem solve where issues arise

Demonstrate critical and analytical reasoning, robust planning and task co-ordination

Lead the setting up of equipment and ancillary systems used for build or test and where applicable carry out any required modifications

Ensure instrumentation captures high quality data in a systematic and repeatable way

Carry out checks, measurement and calibration activities following approved procedures and processes

Comply with internal processes and procedures to ensure equipment is fit for purpose, maintained correctly and in calibration

Monitor and validate test or build data quality

Implement proposals for test or build plan modifications based on quality and quantitative data

Prioritise test or build output to maximise efficient use of specialist equipment

Manage all internal and external customer needs throughout test or build execution

Develop procedures and processes necessary to meet all relevant standards and requirements, i.e. legal & code of practice

Guide and develop other team members

Create internal test or build instructions and process documents.

Support the development of proposals to develop new/alternative technologies

Check that all preparation activities to support the prototype engine build development programme have been carried out correctly

Ensure that the specified components are available for the build and that they are in a usable condition

Lead the build of the prototype/ development engine ensuring it has been built to the correct specification and is ready for testing

Lead the diagnosis and analysis of any faults identified during the development engine build

Lead and support modification activities to improve engine build reliability and performance

Lead the validation process for tooling and build deviations and associated equipment/instrumentation

Lead the preparation and installation activities for propulsion units under test

Lead the testing activity ensuring the test is carried out in line with manufacturer instructions and/or company standard operating procedures

Check and monitor the test to ensure that it is carried out under the specified conditions set out in the test script/specification

Ensure the servicing schedules and maintenance of propulsion testing equipment is carried out in line with manufacturer instructions and/or company standard operating procedures

Lead the diagnosis and analysis of any faults found on propulsion units under test

Personal Responsibility & Compliance: Complies with statutory and organisational health & safety regulations and policies at all times. Accepts responsibility for their work load with a responsible approach to risk. Continually demonstrates a high level of motivation and resilience when facing challenges

Working Effectively in Teams: Create and maintain positive, professional and trusting working relationships with the team and a wide range of internal, external and connected stakeholders. Maintains the highest standards of integrity and ethics in all business relationships.

Effective Communication & Interpersonal Skills: Maintain effective partnerships with suppliers and customers through the company processes to achieve sound objectives.Open and honest clear communication using appropriate methods. Always demonstrating a positive and respectful attitude.

Quality & Problem Solving: Strong desire to ensure that the root cause of a problem is identified and addressed, continually seeks opportunities to improve quality, speed and efficiency whilst also demonstrating technical leadership.

Continuous Personal Development. Reflect on skills, knowledge and behaviours and seeks opportunities to develop, adapt to different situations, environments or technologies and have a positive attitude to feedback and advice