GE Aerospace Digital Technology -12 Month Placement

GE Aviation; Cheltenham; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace technology company seeks candidates for a 12-month Digital Technology placement in Cheltenham and other UK locations. Participants will engage in IT operations, project management, and software development, contributing to digital transformation initiatives. Applicants should be pursuing a relevant degree and have strong communication and teamwork skills. This position offers valuable hands-on experience in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Flexible benefits plan (FlexChoice)

Non-contributory pension

Life assurance

Private medical cover

26 days holiday (buy/sell option)

Qualifications

• Currently studying a relevant degree with intent to return to education post-placement.
• Passionate about Digital Technology and on course to achieve a 2:1 degree or above.

Responsibilities

• Gain hands-on experience in IT operations, project management, data analytics, and software development.
• Work on projects to improve business processes and support IT systems.
• Drive digital transformation with structured goals.

Skills

Organised and able to work towards deadlines

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Able to work as part of a team

Education

Information Technology, Computer Science, Business Information Management, IT Project Management, Cyber Security, ICT or Digital Technology Bachelor's or integrated Master's degree

Job description

Overview

In the 12-month Digital Technology (DT) Placement, you\'ll gain hands-on skills and experience, providing support in either business or technical areas of Information Technology.

About GE Aerospace

GE Aerospace advances aviation technologies for today and tomorrow. Your work will contribute to the production of advanced jet engines, components, and integrated systems that power commercial and military aircraft. You\'ll be part of a team that values drive, curiosity, and diverse ideas, with a purpose that affects millions around the world.

Digital Technology

You\'ll be part of a data transformation journey within GE Aerospace. The Digital Technology team designs, deploys, and maintains technologies and systems to meet changing customer and business needs.

Roles and Responsibilities

In the 12-month DT placement you\'ll gain hands-on experience in IT operations, project management, data analytics, and software development. You\'ll work on projects to improve business processes, support IT systems, and drive digital transformation. Roles include:

• Digital Technology in Cardiff: develop a Digital Toolset to drive productivity within business functions; lead projects using the GE Toolset and Analytics Tools; partner with business functions to translate requirements into Operational Tools.
• Digital Technology in Caledonian: development of Microsoft M365 non-coreload tools and integration into manufacturing and office processes.
• DT Technology and Operations Team in Cheltenham: focus on Shop Floor MES and Quality Systems; mix of software development and deployment of MES software at manufacturing sites.
• Digital Technology at Dowty: gain skills across IT support services (Operations, Project Management & Data Analytics).
• Cyber Security in Cheltenham: five key areas include Intelligence, Enterprise Vulnerability Management, Insider Threat, External Threat, and Digital Forensics.

This placement helps you grow skills and gain experience in digital technology. You\'ll be guided by structured goals and supported by a People Leader and team. Coaching and mentoring are provided, with opportunities to connect with other placement students across the UK.

This opportunity is offered at Cardiff, Caledonian (Prestwick, Scotland), Cheltenham, and Gloucester (Dowty) sites. You\'ll share location and role preferences during the process.

GE Aerospace Wales

GE Aerospace Wales specializes in maintenance, repair and overhaul of commercial jet engines. The Nantgarw facility has large workshop space and engine test facilities, with a strong capability in Component Repair Wales and maintenance for engines including GE90-115B and CFM56. It is a major site with a broad customer base and significant investment in upskilling for opportunities like GE9X readiness.

The Wales team focuses on career opportunities and has built apprenticeship, internship and work experience programs to develop technical and engineering talent. The site\'s heritage and technology position GE Aerospace Cheltenham as a leader in the field.

GE Aerospace Caledonian

Caledonian is a purpose-built aircraft engine overhaul facility near Glasgow Prestwick Airport, known for MRO of CF6 & GEnx engine types. After overhauls, engines undergo performance testing on site before returning to customers. The team focuses on training and developing future engineers and leaders, with a culture of inclusion and community involvement.

Dowty, a GE Aerospace Company

Dowty is a leading supplier of electronically controlled, composite propeller systems with programs including Lockheed Martin C-130J, De-Haviland, Dash 8-400, and Leonardo C-27J. Dowty\'s in-house production uses resin transfer molding and braiding technologies to produce composite blades.

Qualifications / Requirements

• Currently studying an Information Technology, Computer Science, Business Information Management, IT Project Management, Cyber Security, ICT or Digital Technology Bachelor\'s or integrated Master\'s degree
• Passionate about Digital Technology
• On course to achieve a 2:1 degree or above
• Penultimate year of study and returning to education post-placement

Desired Characteristics

• Able to roll up your sleeves and get involved in projects
• Organised and able to work towards deadlines
• Inspired and curious to learn
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Able to take ownership for projects
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Able to work as part of a team

A placement at GE Aerospace is an opportunity to learn while doing. You\'ll work with business leaders in an environment that fosters development and immediate impact.

Total Reward

Our flexible benefits plan, FlexChoice, offers freedom, choice and flexibility in how you receive benefits. Default benefits include non-contributory pension, life assurance, group income protection, private medical cover, and 26 days holiday (with option to buy/sell).

Recruitment Process

You will be asked to submit an initial CV application. Stages may include a video interview, testing and an MS Teams interview. If adjustments are needed to support you, contact [e-mail].

Please note applications close on Friday 31st October and may close earlier depending on volumes. Only one application per candidate. If suitable for other roles in future, you may be considered for those as well.

Security and Right to Work

Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance is required. UK Security Clearance (SC) may be required for some roles. Right to work in the UK is needed; sponsorship is not available for Early Careers opportunities beyond the pipeline to graduate roles.

For details, see BPSS and UK Visas and Immigration guidance.

Additional Information

Whether manufacturing components for engines, driving innovation in fuel and noise reduction, or growing productivity, GE Aerospace teams are dedicated to making a global impact. Join us to move the aerospace industry forward.