Senior Technician

-; Norwich; On-site; USD 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in aviation technology is seeking a skilled technician to join their dynamic team in Norwich. This role involves designing and building software for test equipment, troubleshooting complex electronics, and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate will possess a strong technical background, excellent problem-solving skills, and a commitment to quality. With a focus on professional development and a flexible work environment, this position offers a unique opportunity to impact the future of aviation. If you're ready to elevate your career and work on cutting-edge technologies, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Healthcare benefits (medical, dental, vision)

Access to Health Coach

Employee Assistance Program

Retirement Savings Plan with company matching

Tuition assistance

Adoption assistance

Paid parental leave

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Paid time-off for vacation or illness

Qualifications

• Designs and builds software for test equipment.
• Troubleshoots and maintains complex electronics equipment.
• Creates documentation for electrical schematics and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Develops gold standards for test facilities.
• Sets up and tests complex equipment using established procedures.
• Assists in identifying production failure causes.

Skills

Programming ability using Microsoft C

Programming ability using Visual Basic

Maintenance and troubleshooting of electronics

Reading and interpretation of electrical schematics

Basic knowledge of electronic/electrical theory

Strong organizational skills

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Education

Associate degree in Electronics or Industrial Electronics

High school diploma/GED with 10 years' experience

Tools

CAD software

Test equipment

Hand tools

Job description

Job Description Summary

Job Description

About GE Aerospace

Are you ready to elevate your future? You'll be warmly welcomed at GE Aerospace where 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. You'll learn and achieve as part of an on-going LEAN transformation. And, most importantly, you'll share in our pride and purpose that affects the lives of millions around the world.

Working at our Norwich Location

As Norwich's top aviation parts manufacturer, the GE Aerospace team is focused on quality, delivery, and cost by driving continuous improvement. Successful candidates can look forward to a fast paced, diverse work environment, flexible work hours/work arrangements, and managers who will encourage your career development and growth.

Required Qualifications

• Associate degree from an accredited university or college in a technical discipline such as Electronics or Industrial Electronics or (a high school diploma/GED with at least 10 years' experience in Electronics or Industrial Electronics)

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

• Designs, builds, and creates software for specific test equipment (circuit design, fixture design, and custom programming)
• Build drive rigs (to include procuring parts)
• Develops gold standards for in-house and external test facilities.
• Reviews test specifications and procedures
• Assists Process Engineers in identifying production failure causes and corrective actions.
• Assist facilities in shop floor equipment troubleshooting and repairs.
• Sets up test equipment and tests complex equipment using established procedures, schematics and applicable Engineering, Manufacturing, Component Maintenance manuals or other approved documentation.
• Troubleshoot, layout, install, modification and maintenance of complex electronics equipment utilizing schematics and knowledge of the assigned technology, systems, and components.
• Uses associated tools, measuring and test equipment.
• Set-up test stand and manipulate the software to work with the control.
• Preforms tests of various types according to engineering documentation and knowledge of electrical and mechanical principles
• Creates appropriate documentation when needed (electrical schematics, procedures, instructions, etc.)
• Interacts with internal and external customers as needed.
• Has independent responsibility for compliance to Environment, Health& Safety
• Multi-task between several projects at once while maintaining departmental quality standards.
• Other duties as assigned.

Desired Characteristics

• Programming ability using Microsoft C or Visual Basic
• Experience with CAD
• Demonstrated experience in maintenance and troubleshooting of electronics.
• Humble: respectful, receptive, agile, eager to learn
• Transparent: shares critical information, speaks with candor, contributes constructively
• Focused: quick learner, strategically prioritizes work, committed
• Leadership ability: strong communicator, decision maker, collaborative
• Problem- solver: analytical- minded, challenges existing processes, critical thinker
• Demonstrated ability in reading and interpretation of electrical schematics.
• Basic knowledge of electronic/ electrical theory
• Good manual dexterity to work with hand tools, test equipment and computers.
• Strong organizational, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Flexible under changing conditions and with different tasks, responsibilities, and people

The salary base pay range for this position is $70,000. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate's experience, education, and skill set. This position is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus based on a percentage of your base salary/ commission based on the plan. This posting is expected to close on June 30, 2025.

Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling, and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness.

General Electric Company, Ropcor, Inc., their successors, and in some cases their affiliates, each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a "Sponsor"). Each Sponsor reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a Sponsor's welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.

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GE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Aerospace is an Equal Opportunities 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.

Relocation Assistance Provided: No