What are the responsibilities and job description for the Military DoD SkillBridge Program position at GE Aerospace?
Job Description Summary
The 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
Perform complete assembly, disassembly, test set up, adjustment, inspection, of aircraft engines and major components, in accordance with assembly, test or engineering instructions, specifications, drawings. Set up and operate a variety of standard and specialized tools, setup and operate a variety of balance machines to perform all types of balancing operations.
Service members with 2 years minimum experience as aircraft aviation mechanics or equivalent in branch of military could be a strong fit for this role.
Role Overview
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
The 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
Perform complete assembly, disassembly, test set up, adjustment, inspection, of aircraft engines and major components, in accordance with assembly, test or engineering instructions, specifications, drawings. Set up and operate a variety of standard and specialized tools, setup and operate a variety of balance machines to perform all types of balancing operations.
Service members with 2 years minimum experience as aircraft aviation mechanics or equivalent in branch of military could be a strong fit for this role.
Role Overview
- Perform any or all the operations necessary for the assembly / disassembly of engines, components, and accessories in accordance with technical and /or standard work practices
- Perform comprehensive examinations of hardware for serviceability and airworthiness certification
- Provide, routing, and the movement of assemblies, hardware, tooling, and other material in support of assigned area
- Operate balance equipment and perform functional component and accessory tests as assigned
- Troubleshoot in-process problems, malfunctions, or component failures within the limitations of relevant technical procedures
- Verify work performed is in accordance with technical specifications, manuals or other quality verification criteria
- Use all types of precision measuring instruments and devices, hand and power tools, shop equipment and machinery as assigned
- Maintain records and perform related duties
- Perform complete and complicated operations in the cleaning, processing, repair, rework or modification of engine hardware, tools and fixtures using hand, power tools, shop aids and other standard processes in accordance with prescribed procedures
- Perform functional tests and maintain process controls as assigned
- Perform any or all of the necessary functions required to provide materials, hardware or supplies to a variety of in-shop and external operations
- Be responsible for verifying material to specific process requirements, receiving, storing, disbursing, moving, packaging, receiving and accumulating
- Report, monitor, and maintain control or status of material as assigned
- Perform other duties as required
- Active Military personnel on the last 180 days before exiting Military Service
- High School Diploma/GED
- FAA Power Plant License OR 2 years minimum experience aircraft power plant maintenance experience with another company OR 2 years minimum experience as aircraft aviation mechanic or equivalent in branch of military
- Ability to lift, move and manipulate fixtures and component hardware up to 25 lbs. with or without reasonable accommodations
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Proficient in the use of basic hand and power tools
- Experience in the use of precision measuring instruments
- Experience with computers, applications and keyboarding
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