Job Description SummaryThe Military DoD SkillBridge program is an opportunity for Service members to gain valuable civilian work experience through specific industry training, apprenticeships, or internships during the last 180 days of service. SkillBridge connects Service members with industry partners in real-world job experiences under Dept. of Defense Instruction 1322.29. Separating Service members can be granted up to 180 days of permissive duty to focus solely on training full-time with approved industry partners after unit commander (first O-4/Field Grade commander in chain of command) provides written authorization and approval. GE Aerospace as a SkillBridge partner offers real-world training and work experience in in-demand fields of work while having the opportunity to evaluate the Service member’s suitability for the work. Military DoD SkillBridge participants are not eligible for compensation from GE Aerospace, as they continue to receive military compensation and benefits as active-duty service members.

Job Description

Our ACSC facility develops and conducts a wide array of engine component repairs – including rotating parts, complex assemblies and nozzles on 29 different engine models.

The maintenance technician will build, install, move, rearrange, and perform major/minor maintenance repair on all types of machine tool equipment and facilities. Will examine equipment to diagnose source of problem, dismantle, repair, replace parts, realign, adjust and reassemble as required. Work may include construction, welding, plumbing, carpentry, rigging, millwright and analyze/correct electrical power and control circuits. Will maintain preventive maintenance program on equipment and facilities. Work from sketches, prints, written and oral instructions. Will maintain necessary paperwork. Work to required levels of quality and efficiency. Will direct others and/or instruct others as required and perform related duties.

Military backgrounds in maintenance, repair, construction, utilities, or equipment systems, especially in hands-on roles involving troubleshooting, mechanical/electrical repair, and leading small teams, could be a strong fit for this role.

Basic Qualifications:

• Active Military personnel on their last 180 days of Military service
• High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
• Able to provide documentation of mechanical/electrical trade education program and/or 2 years military mechanical experience
• 2 years’ experience with industrial facilities maintenance work which could include welding, machine tool repair, pipe fitting, plumbing, rigging, millwright, carpentry, painting, and/or industrial electrical systems within the last 5 years.
• Basic use of computers, applications, and keyboarding (e.g. email, Microsoft Excel, etc.)
• Knowledge in industrial mechanical and C.N.C. controlled machine tools and related shop equipment
• Ability to interpret basic faulty circuit components of interfaced mechanical and basic electrical systems
• 1 years’ experience reading, interpreting, and modifying mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic drawings and schematics
• Basic working knowledge of electrical circuits and electronics
• Proficient in the use of shop math as necessary, including fractions, and decimals

Preferred Qualifications:

• 1+ years’ experience in performing maintenance on level and flow instruments, including pumps, and on various types of motors and drives
• 1+ years’ experience in the repair and maintenance of closed loop systems
• 1+ years’ experience in utilizing precision measuring equipment and machine tools such as drills, saws and sheers
• Basic understanding / working knowledge of federal, state, and city safety and building codes
• Basic understanding of chemical handling
• 1+ years’ experience in operating material handling and lifting devices, including ability to obtain forklift license as required
• Self-direct daily work orders with a minimum of supervision
• 3+ years’ experience related to the installation, modification, and troubleshooting, and of high technology manufacturing or military equipment
• 3+ years’ experience related to mechanics of machine tools and related shop equipment
• 3+ years’ experience related to basic industrial electrical circuits (3-phase less than 600V), mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic devices
• Work Experience in application and operation of mechanical and electrical precision measuring and testing equipment
• 1+ years’ experience using measuring devices such as micrometers, verniers, dial indicators and various gauges

Additional Information:

• Must be able to lift and/or move up to 40 pounds on occasion. Items more than 40 pounds will be lifted with assistance
• Role requires ability to operate material handling and lifting devices
• Role requires basic use of computers, applications, and keyboarding (e.g. email, Microsoft Excel, etc.)
• Ability to work in a noisy environment and wear appropriate safety gear such as eye protection and safety shoes for extended periods of time

This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. Therefore, employment will be contingent upon the ability to prove that you meet the status of a U.S. Person as one of the following: U.S. lawful permanent resident, U.S. Citizen, have been granted asylee or refugee status (i.e., a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)).

Additional Information

GE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

GE Aerospace will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable). Employees may also be subject to random and reasonable-suspicion drug and alcohol testing.

Relocation Assistance Provided: No