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Overview

The Turbine Technician will perform assembly, disassembly, testing, and preparation of gas turbine engines in accordance with technical specifications and standard work practices. This position is with Aero Alliance, a joint venture that focuses on delivering high-quality service and execution strategies for its partners.

Responsibilities

  • Perform routing of engine hardware and assemblies in compliance with material handling procedures.
  • Conduct comprehensive inspections of gas turbine engines and components for serviceability.
  • Report and record discrepancies using service manuals as a reference.
  • Maintain records and documentation of turbine assembly, disassembly, or repairs per the Quality Management System.
  • Troubleshoot in-process problems, malfunctions, or component failures.
  • Use precision measuring instruments, hand and power tools, and shop equipment as assigned.
  • Uphold safety requirements and compliance with current policies.
  • Maintain a clean and orderly workspace to promote safety.
  • Work individually and in teams to support continuous improvement projects.
  • Work required hours as requested to meet production and customer needs.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned by Operations leadership.

Requirements

  • High School Diploma / GED.
  • Minimum 2 years’ experience working on Gas Turbine or Aircraft Engine Services or 1-year experience as a Turbine Technician at the Jport facility.
  • Ability and willingness to read and communicate in the English language.
  • Ability and willingness to lift 40lbs.

Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • PTO
  • 401k

Additional Information

  • Shift Time will be 2:00 pm-10:30 pm.
  • Relocation Assistance Provided: No.
  • This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on August 12, 2026.

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental
Vision
PTO
401k
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Pay in context

At roughly $37/hr, this posting sits about 49% above the $25/hr median for welding jobs in Houston, TX — toward the top of a $22–$32/hr middle band drawn from 76 postings with published pay. Put another way, it pays more than about 82% of the comparable postings we have wage data for. Pay that far above local median usually comes attached to something: a harder cert requirement, travel, night shift, or overtime that isn't really optional. Worth establishing which before you accept.

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