Engineering Technician OTH_AVI Details

GE Aviation - West Chester, OH

Employment Type : Full-Time

Job Description SummaryThe Equipment and Process Technician will be responsible for the daily execution of assigned tasks and projects for the GE Additive Binder Jet Program. In the role of Additive Engineering Technician, you will be self-directed working within defined parameters and work plans to meet day to day and short-term objectives of moderate complexity, and resolve issues through immediate action or short-term planning.

Job Description

In addition, the Equipment and Process Technician will:

  • Follow/ enforce safety protocols within the facility.
  • Proficiently operate Additive Binder Jet machines and perform scheduled/un-scheduled maintenance as required.

Systematic trouble shooting of :

  • Machines
  • Subsystems
  • Facility
  • Peripheral Equipment


  • Assure proper documentation of technical data generated for the assigned projects and/or tasks are consistent with engineering policies and procedures


Additionally, as the Equipment and Process Technician, you will:

  • Conduct experiments and inspections on assigned processes, working with engineers and leadership to develop and document process improvements

  • Take ownership for assignment lab areas including:
  • Maintaining Equipment
  • Facility
  • Ordering Supplies
  • Environmental Health and Safety
  • Shop Cleanliness


  • Share engineering information and promote open dialogue

  • Support preparation of invention disclosures to protect the technology that provides a competitive advantage to the business

  • Follow technical plans to meet desired manufacturing objectives

  • Adhere to a detailed schedule for a complex engineering and/or manufacturing development work scope

  • Participate on teams assigned to address specific organizational initiatives

  • Perform periodic maintenance and safety inspections

  • Produce prototype and low-rate production hardware by working hands-on with the machines and performing periodic machine checks

Effectively use metrology tools such as:

  • Micrometers
  • Eye Loups
  • Calipers

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENT(S):


  • Ability and willingness to work overtime as required to meet needs of the business

  • Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening

Desired Characteristics


  • Experience in one or more of the following process technologies:

  • Additive equipment operation
  • General Machine Tool Operation
  • Mechanical Assembly experience
  • Electrical / PLC / Software Troubleshooting experience
  • Field service or customer support function


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Additional Eligibility Qualifications

GE 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). This role is restricted to U.S. persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and other protected individuals under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)) due to access to export-controlled technology. GE will require proof of status prior to employment.

About Us

At GE Aviation, we are imagination at work. Whether we’re manufacturing components for our GEnx engines or driving innovation in fuel and noise reduction, the GE Aviation teams are dedicated to turning imaginative ideas into advances in aviation that solve some of the world’s toughest problems. Join us and you’ll find yourself in a dynamic environment where our ongoing, substantial investment in
research and development keeps us moving forward and looking ahead. At GE, developing people is embedded in our culture and integral to our growth. Here you’ll work collaboratively and across functions with the highest caliber talent, utilizing cutting-edge technology and processes. Whether it’s the next generation of ecomagination products or the future of aircraft engines, we’ve got the state-of-the-art resources to make those innovations a reality. If you’re
passionate about aviation and looking for a career rich with challenges and unlimited opportunities for growth and advancement, then join GE in reengineering the sky through aviation innovations that will impact the globe for generations to come. Learn More about GE

Additional Information

GE offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE 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 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

Posted on : 3 years ago