GE Aerospace Software Engineering - 12 Month Placement

targetjobs UK; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Non-contributory Pension

Life Assurance

Group income protection

Private medical cover

Holiday entitlement 26 days

Job summary

GE Aerospace in the UK offers a 12-month Software Engineering Placement to gain experience across software design, integration and testing within a real project environment.

You will work with languages like Java, C#, and Python, collaborating with teams in Cheltenham and Bristol, and benefit from mentoring, code reviews and modern engineering practices to develop your skills.

Qualifications

• Currently studying a Computer Science/Web Development/Artificial Intelligence/Data Science/Mathematics/Human-Computer Interaction/Graphic Design/Embedded Software or related Bachelor’s or integrated Master’s Degree
• Passionate about Software Engineering
• Programming experience in at least one of C#, Java, or Python, with willingness to work across more than one language
• On course to achieve a 2:1 degree or above
• To be in your penultimate year of study and returning to education post placement

Responsibilities

• Work as part of a team through the Development Life Cycle
• Develop programming skills in Java, C, C#, Python
• Engage with internal and external customers and third-party vendors
• Assist with design, testing, and documentation
• Contribute to AI/toolchain improvements and learn across Cheltenham/Bristol groups

Skills

C#

Java

Python

Education

Bachelor’s or integrated Master’s Degree in Computer Science/Software Engineering

Job description

Job Description Summary

In the 12-month Software Engineering Placement, you'll gain invaluable skills and experience in covering all aspects of software engineering from software design and integration to testing.

Job Description Summary

In the 12-month Software Engineering Placement, you'll gain invaluable skills and experience in covering all aspects of software engineering from software design and integration to testing.

Job Description

About GE Aerospace

Are you ready to see your future take flight? At GE Aerospace, we are advancing 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 embraces your drive, your curiosity, and your unique ideas and perspectives. Most importantly, you'll share in our pride and purpose that affects the lives of millions around the world!

Roles and Responsibilities

In the 12-month Software Engineering Placement, you'll gain invaluable skills by working as part of a team during part of (or multiple parts) the Development Life Cycle. Depending on your skillset and role requirements, you will develop your programming languages skills in (but not limited to) Java, C, C++, C#, Python, Raspberry Pi and/or Arduino.
You could be analyzing requirements, designing an application, or defining a test specification or supporting configuration management, database development and system monitoring, engaging with internal and external customers and third-party vendors.

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Qualifications / Requirements

• Currently studying a Computer Science/ Web Development/ Artificial Intelligence/ Data Science/ Mathematics/ Human-Computer Interaction/Graphic Design/ Embedded Software or related Bachelor’s or integrated Master’s Degree
• Passionate about Software Engineering
• Programming experience in at least one of C#, Java, or Python, with willingness to work across more than one language
• On course to achieve a 2:1 degree or above
• To be in your penultimate year of study and returning to education post placement

Desired Characteristics

• Able to roll up your sleeves and get involved in projects
• Organised & 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. At GE Aerospace, you’ll work with business leaders in an atmosphere that will develop you, while doing work that makes an immediate impact.

Total Reward

At GE Aerospace we understand the importance of Total Reward. Our flexible benefits plan, called FlexChoice, gives you freedom, choice, and flexibility in the way you receive your benefits, as well as giving you the opportunity to make savings where possible.

As a New Joiner To GE, We Are Pleased To Be Able To Offer You The Following As Default In Your Benefit Fund, Which You Then Can Tailor To Meet Your Individual Needs

• Non-contributory Pension
• Life Assurance
• Group income protection
• Private medical cover
• Holiday Hourly equivalent of 26 days, with flexible options to buy or sell

Recruitment Process

As part of our recruitment process, you will be required to submit an initial CV application. After this, the stages include a video interview, testing and MS Teams online interview. Our recruitment team will be in touch with you at every stage to keep you updated and understand what is next in the process.

Please note our applications will close on Saturday 31st October but may close earlier depending on application volumes. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. However, under the applicable UK immigration rules as may be in place from time to time, it may be that candidates who do not currently have the right to work in the UK may not be appointed to a post if a suitably qualified, experienced, and skilled candidate who does not require sponsorship is available to take up the post.

Further, sponsorship is not available for our Early Careers opportunities. Our placement roles are pipeline for our graduate roles so you would need the permanent right to work to be eligible. For further information please visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

Whether we are manufacturing components for our engines, driving innovation in fuel and noise reduction, or unlocking new opportunities to grow and deliver more productivity, our GE Aerospace teams are dedicated and making a global impact. Join us and help move the aerospace industry forward.