Technical Specialist 3 - 1st Shift

Job Description

At GE Aerospace, we have a relentless dedication to the future of safe and sustainable flight and the same dedication to the talented GE colleagues that make it happen.  Working at GE Aerospace means that you are bringing your unique perspective, innovative spirit, drive, and curiosity to a collaborative and diverse team.

• Career Growth: GE isn’t just a great place to start your career—it’s a great place to expand and grow your career.  Many entry-level employees grow into leadership roles in operations or other parts of the business.  There are also opportunities to continue your career at GE in Jacksonville or across the globe

• Benefits: Our range of benefits includes health care starting on day one, 401 (k) savings plans with generous employer match, paid time off and more

• Education Assistance: GE encourages employees to continue their education and provides financial support to further employee learning

• Work environment: Jacksonville site is unique; we manufacture electronic component parts in addition to having a Repair & Overhaul shop for GE Engines. Our climate-controlled site has 27 different nationalities, and 9 active employee resource groups.

Roles and Responsibilities:

Role Summary:

• Build exciters and subcomponents

• Repair leads, harnesses, loads and related ESS & Burn-in equipment to maximize production usage

• Test, troubleshoot and diagnose electromechanical, electrical assemblies, components/exciters using oscilloscope, multi-meter etc. and rework 

• Determine root cause of failures and implement corrective actions

• Document test data for analysis and problem resolution

• Program burn-in oven and electrical equipment (PCB, EXP)

Essential Responsibilities

In addition, you will:

• Completion of dimensional training and demonstration of proficiency

• Use an open test set-up when test fixtures are not available

• First point of contact for assembly issues

• Working from work instructions, specifications, engineering drawings, and procedures

• Assist with corrective action investigations

• Take a hands-on approach to function with limited direction

• Understand product flow within the department and assist when necessary to reduce bottlenecks

• Provide feedback to Manufacturing Engineers, Design Engineers, and Equipment Services on process improvements

• Work with M.E.’s on MDR’s to determine root cause and to assist in implementing corrective action for parts and equipment failures

• Interface with internal customers and suppliers

• Instruct and train less experienced operators

Qualifications/Requirements

• Actively participate in a teaming environment that uses lean and 5S practices to improve products and processes

• Experience with quality guidelines and procedures (PB, EXP)

• Working knowledge of drill press operation, welding, brazing, soldering, general assembly processes (EXP)

• Familiar with OEM and corrective action investigations

• Prior experience with the operation of Exciter ESS/Burn-In; electro/mechanical troubleshooting

Proficient in the following areas:

• Blueprint/Schematic interpretation (EXP)

• Mechanical skills with assembly and measuring tools

• Microsoft Office application/ERP

• Organizational skills and attention to detail

• Verbal and written communication skills

• Math skills

Eligibility Requirements:

• High School diploma or GED

• Five (5) years of Manufacturing Experience with product specific to department

• Associates Degree or certification preferred or relevant electrical work

Desired Certifications:

• Solder/Solder Inspection Certified

• Structural soldering inspection

• Structural Solder Certified

• Braze/Braze Inspection Certified

• Weld Inspection Certified (Class I and II)

• Helium and Hot Water leak test Certified

• Final Inspection Certified as required

Desired Characteristics:

• Lean Training

• Excellent attendance history

• Ability to produce error free products

• Strives to meet or exceed job requirements

Additional Information