Peebles data acquisition technician

GE Aerospace; Peebles; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company in Peebles is seeking a Data Acquisition Technician to handle technical assignments in instrumentation and data processing. The ideal candidate should have a high school diploma or GED and at least 2 years of relevant experience, or an associate degree in a related field. Responsibilities include system setup, troubleshooting, and effective communication with team members. This position offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Professional development

Challenging careers

Competitive compensation

Qualifications

• 2+ years of relevant technical experience in data acquisition or instrumentation.
• Ability to interpret wiring diagrams and test procedures.
• Experience with troubleshooting signal issues in a high-energy test environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform setup, installation, calibration, and operation of data acquisition systems.
• Investigate and document instrumentation or system malfunctions.
• Assist in processing associated test data.

Skills

Communication skills

Troubleshooting skills

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree in electronics or related field

Tools

Data acquisition systems

Instrumentation

Sensors

Job description

Job Description Summary

The Peebles Data Acquisition Technician will perform technical assignments involving instrumentation and data acquisition/processing systems under the leadership of appropriate staff or project personnel.

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities

• Perform assigned tasks including setup, installation, calibration, documentation, and operation of analog and digital instrumentation data acquisition and processing systems
• Contribute to the investigation, correction and documentation of instrumentation or system malfunctions
• Assist in the interpretation and processing of associated test data
• Maintain effective communications with customers, support organizations and team members
• Actively participate in multi‑skills development

Basic Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Plus 2+ years of relevant technical experience OR
• Associate degree or technical diploma in electronics, electrical engineering technology, instrumentation, computer engineering technology, mechatronics, or related field

Desired Characteristics

• Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and effectively
• Ability to perform in a self‑directed team environment
• Experience with data acquisition systems and instrumentation in an engine, turbine, or similar high‑energy test environment. Familiarity with sensors (thermocouples, RTDs, pressure transducers, strain gages, speed/position pick‑ups) and signal conditioning.
• Ability to interpret wiring diagrams, schematics, P&IDs, and test procedures, and provide feedback to improve documentation and standard work.
• Demonstrated troubleshooting skills for signal issues (noise, dropout, incorrect scaling) and basic mechanical or electrical problems during test setup. Experience participating in root cause analysis or corrective actions is a plus.

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