GE Aviation is seeking a Digital/Electro/Mechanical Technician for the Lynn Product Validation Team. The Technician will be responsible for highly-detailed applications, routing, engine and test cell terminations and quality checks of unique instrumentation needed to validate the mechanical design and performance of development test engines.Job Description
Execute the following tasks with direction from engineering resources:
- The application of specialized test instrumentation including but not limited to strain gages, accelerometers, magnetic pick-ups, optical tip timing probes, rotating thermocouples and capacitance (clearance) probes
- Use of various glues, epoxies, heat guns, spot weld, soldering, microscopes and oven operations to apply and route specialize test instrumentation
- The routing of specialized test sensors at the component-level and throughout assembly for development test turbo-shaft and turbo-fan engines
- Test instrumentation wire terminations at the component and module levels during assembly and within the test facility throughout engine setup
- End-to-end signal quality checks of test instrumentation completed at various times during assembly and during engine setup
- Fabrication or assembly of cables, harnesses and set up of other data recording equipment needed to support development engine testing
- Complete terminations of instrumentation in ground-based aircraft engine test cells, perform end-to-end continuity checks and setups of high-speed data recording equipment
- Serve as data monitor during engine tests, reviewing real-time data for engine health and safety with direct line of communication to the test operators
- Support maintenance initiatives of lab equipment used for instrumentation applications
- Perform basic electro / mechanical mathematical function conversions
- Application of Ohms Law principals
- Remain compliant with Engine Assembly Quality initiatives to ensure safe and successful engine tests
- Remain compliant with Environmental Health & Safety initiatives at Assembly and Test Facilities
- Communicate any instrumentation or sensor quality issues to senior engineers and support process improvement initiatives to correct issues
- Mentor junior Technicians on application, routing, termination and sensor quality check processes
Qualifications / Requirements
- Associate degree in an applicable technical discipline from an accredited school or institution (i.e. Aviation Maintenance, Electro-Mechanical Engineering, Electronic Technology, Chemical Technology, etc.) OR a high school diploma/GED with 2 years of work experience in a manufacturing or testing environment
Desired Characteristics
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
- Ability to work independently
- Strong problem-solving skills
- Be flexible and a self-starter
- Demonstrate an aptitude for continuous learning with a high attention to detail
- Flight-line experience as demonstrated in Commercial or Military Aviation
The base pay range for this position is 1753.00/weekly. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set. This position is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus based on a percentage of your base salary/ commission based on the plan. This posting is expected to close on 12/31/2026.
GE Aerospace offers comprehensive benefits and programs to support your health and, along with programs like HealthAhead, your physical, emotional, financial and social wellbeing. Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach from GE Aerospace; and the Employee Assistance Program, which provides 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan, a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness.
GE Aerospace (General Electric Company or the Company) and its affiliates each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a “Sponsor”). Each Sponsor reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a Sponsor’s welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.
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).
Relocation Assistance Provided: No