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Position Overview

Confidential Client is hiring an entry-level Engineer I to join a two-year Aftermarket Development Program (ADP) within its Aftermarket Operations organization. This is a rotational development program with three 8-month assignments across engineering, quality, and operations at U.S. maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) sites. Successful participants transition into full-time aftermarket roles upon completion.

• Location: East Hartford, CT (onsite; rotations occur at different U.S. facilities)
• Role type: Full time (contractor designation included per original posting)
• Salary range: $57,200 - $108,800 per year (provided by the employer)
• Note: This role requires U.S. Person status as defined by applicable regulation and willingness to relocate for each rotation.

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What You’ll Do

• Complete three eight-month rotations in engineering, quality, and operations at different domestic MRO sites, adapting quickly to new facilities and teams
• Engineering rotation: interpret technical manuals and engine data, develop and implement repair processes, write work instructions, and resolve technical issues for engine component repair and overhaul
• Quality rotation: lead root-cause investigations, drive corrective/preventive actions, perform product and process reviews, and collaborate with regulatory agencies, customers, vendors, and engineering teams
• Operations rotation: support daily manufacturing execution, lead or coordinate workforce planning, manage schedules and performance metrics, and implement process and training improvements to increase productivity
• Support cross-functional areas including manufacturing, customer service, strategic planning, supply chain, and global supplier development
• Lead high-impact improvement projects and expand technical and operational capabilities across aftermarket teams

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What You’ll Learn

• Deep, hands-on knowledge of maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) operations in an aftermarket environment, including engine repair development, shop visit execution, and quality assurance supporting global fleets
• Practical experience across engineering, quality, and operations disciplines and exposure to cross-functional aftermarket processes

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Qualifications You Must Have

• Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace, Industrial, Materials, Manufacturing, Mechanical Engineering or related STEM major, completed by start date (degree must be obtained by June 2027)
• Willing and able to relocate to a different U.S. location every eight months for three assignments
• Demonstrated experience presenting or communicating technical/operational data to stakeholders OR leadership/coordinator experience in a student organization, design team, or project group
• Must meet U.S. Person requirement as defined by applicable regulations (U.S. citizen, U.S. national, lawful permanent resident, or other protected status)

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Qualifications We Prefer

• Prior internship, co-op, or work experience with the Confidential Client or similar aerospace/defense organizations
• Experience with analytic and engineering tools such as VBA, Power BI, Tableau, MATLAB, CAD, or similar
• Demonstrated leadership through academic projects, student organizations, or community involvement

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What We Offer

• Structured two-year rotational development program with mentoring, training, and access to a global alumni network
• Relocation eligibility for rotations between U.S. sites
• Competitive salary range ($57,200 - $108,800) and eligibility for benefits depending on the business unit and employment classification (medical, dental, vision, retirement match, paid time off, etc.)
• Opportunities for annual incentive programs depending on role and organizational factors

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Additional Details

• Employment type: Full time (contractor designation noted in original posting)
• Onsite expectation: Primary work will be onsite; select interview steps may require in-person attendance
• Application window: Employer anticipates the posting will be open for a limited period; timelines may change based on business needs

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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