Engineering Technician- Testing Specialist

Job Description Summary As the Test Technician, you will utilize acquired job skills, company policies, and procedures to solve problems and test the capabilities of jet engine components. The Test Technician will take directions from other team members to complete a wide range of tasks. Will work in a laboratory environment, work with other groups to build test setups, test components, and collect results for Engineering customers.

Job Description Essential Responsibilities:

In addition, as the Test Technician, you will: With direction from other GE employees (Manager, Team Lead, Specialist, Customer) be proficient at troubleshooting, testing, assembly, disassembly and performing visual inspections Test hardware and test enabling hardware set-up (work with other organizations when needed) Build simple or very complex test rigs utilizing documentation and little guidance from other GE employees (Pneumatics, Static Load Lab, Vibes, Bearing Seals & Drive, Whirligig, and Control Wet Rigs) Test data acquisition set-up

• Set up or work with other organization (DSO) to set-up, checkout, and record data during test. Test execution and test execution documentation (daily logs) Follow test plan by carrying out documented test plan Running facility systems-drive motors, Pneumatics, steam, oil, hydraulics, ovens, shaker tables, sirens, laser's, etc. Instrumentation
• Temperatures, vibes, pressures, torque meters, gauge, strain gauges, load cells Test troubleshooting
• work with team in order to troubleshoot all systems performing the test Basic test results reporting and documentation
• be able to pull data from facility to provide raw data to team member and fill out basic test report/summary Toolbox organization/standardize
• lead and follow GE procedure on tool control Support and perform work in compliance to all Environmental, Health, and Safety programs, policies and regulations; have the willingness to stop work when an unsafe condition arises, have a proactive attitude towards creating a safe work environment built around LEAN principles (clean as you go mentality, 5S, etc.

) Interface with external organizations & internal supporting functions to define program schedules and test plans that support business needs Work on assignments that are assigned to area, identify issues or problems with equipment, processes and/or products. Communicate work product to the appropriate persons. Contribute to and collaborate with team to effectively deliver on priorities and resolve minor conflicts. Periodically prepare and implement supporting work plans to update equipment to enhance lab capabilities. Assist the Team Leader or manager in planning and scheduling of preventive maintenance activities.

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 1-2 years of work experience in a manufacturing or testing environment)

Desired Characteristics:

A&P License Strong oral and written communication skills. Strong interpersonal and leadership skills. Ability to work independently. Strong problem-solving skills. Experience working in a jet engine testing environment Ability to interpret engineering drawings and schematics Ability to obtain a security clearance #LI-TJ1 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 At GE Aerospace, we invent the future of flight, lift people up, and bring them home safely. We are a world-leading provider of jet engines, components, and integrated systems for commercial and military aircraft. At GE Aerospace, respect for people is core to our culture and commitment to FLIGHT DECK, our proprietary lean operating model. We attract, develop, and retain industry-leading talent from all backgrounds and cultivate communities where people are respected and empowered to reach their fullest potential. For the people of GE Aerospace, their work isn't just a job. It's their passion and purpose. We work and win as one team, accountable to each other and our customers, and we are always finding a better way to climb higher together. We were meant to fly.