Military DoD SkillBridge Program Engineering Technician

GE Aerospace


Job Location:

Grand Rapids, MI - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed
Posted on: Yesterday
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

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 members 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

The Engineering Technicians primary duty is to meet production objectives by conducting special test processes of electronic devices. Responsibilities include administering functional tests along with troubleshooting at a system level down to the component level and maintaining records of the mentioned special test processes. Executes within a well-defined operations framework. There is generally a step-by-step sequence of standard operational tasks which need to be followed to achieve an end result.

Ideal for transitioning military talent with electronics test diagnostics avionics or communications maintenance experience who are comfortable following technical procedures using sophisticated test equipment troubleshooting to the component level and documenting results in quality systems.

Roles and Responsibilities:

  • Perform special test following test specifications and procedures for high volume manufacturing
  • Set up and perform test with minimal direction using sophisticated equipment - perform analyses and diagnostics of process products computers and test equipment used in systems verification
  • Troubleshoot electronics systems circuit card assemblies to component level with analog digital and microprocessor-based circuits assemblies and test equipment
  • Capability in the assembly/dis-assembly of test equipment and product
  • Prescribe rework instructions for products needing repair
  • Maintain product test records in quality data tracking system
  • Ensure product compliance and quality
  • Attend and participate in team meetings

Basic Qualifications:

  • Active Military personnel on their last 180 days of Military service
  • Associates degree in an electronics technology discipline from an accredited university or college (or High School diploma / GED with at least two years of experience in Testing and/or Troubleshooting)
  • Active security clearance

Desired Characteristics:

  • Experience in high volume production environment
  • Experience troubleshooting analog and digital circuits
  • Experienced with general purpose test instruments (digital multimeters oscilloscopes power supplies function generators phase angle voltmeters and automated test equipment)
  • Ableto fault isolate electronics to the component level
  • Experienced in functional testing and environmental stress screening of class 3 electronics systems
  • Able to follow technical procedures and specifications
  • Able to read and understand technical documentation such as schematic diagrams drawings and parts lists
  • Experience using hand tools for electronics disassembly and troubleshooting
  • Knowledge of IPC-A-610 & J-STD-001 soldering specifications
  • Basic understanding of embedded software
  • Familiar with Electric Static Discharge precautions
  • Ability to work under minimum supervision by being motivated and a self-starter
  • Keen attention to detail
  • Proficient with Microsoft Windows Microsoft Office and PDF Viewers

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 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


Required Experience:

IC

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 partne...

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