Aerospace Instrument Assembler 1st shift

General Electric; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated individuals to join their team in a role focused on electronic assembly and soldering. This position offers the chance to work in a climate-controlled facility with access to an onsite gym and cafeteria, fostering both personal and professional growth. You will be part of a collaborative environment where your skills in technical documentation and manual dexterity will be vital. With a strong emphasis on career development and a commitment to safety, this opportunity is perfect for those looking to advance their careers in aerospace manufacturing. Join a team that values innovation and dedication to quality.

Benefits

Health Care Starting on Day One

401(k) Savings Plan

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Onsite Gym

Cafeteria

Employee Concierge Service

Free Parking

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in electronic assembly and soldering.
• Ability to read technical documents and perform detailed assembly tasks.

Responsibilities

• Read and understand technical documentation for assembly tasks.
• Perform soldering and assembly of intricate electronic parts.

Skills

Manual Dexterity

Technical Documentation Reading

Soldering Proficiency

Attention to Detail

Basic Computer Skills

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Soldering Iron

Tweezers

Jeweler’s Screwdrivers

Torque Screwdrivers

Pull Test Machine

Job description

Job Description Summary

Job Description

At GE Aerospace, we have a relentless dedication to the future of safe and sustainable flight and the same dedication to the talented GE colleagues that make it happen. Working at GE Aerospace means that you are bringing your unique perspective, innovative spirit, drive, and curiosity to a collaborative and diverse team.

Career Growth: GE isn’t just a great place to start your career—it’s a great place to expand and grow your career. Many entry-level employees grow into leadership roles in operations or other parts of the business. There are also opportunities to continue your career at GE in Clearwater or across the globe.

Benefits: Our range of benefits includes health care starting on day one, 401(k) savings plan with generous employer match, paid time off and more.

Education Assistance: GE encourages employees to continue their education and provides financial support to further employee learning.

Work Environment: Grand Rapids climate-controlled facility offers onsite gym, cafeteria, employee concierge service, tuition reimbursement, free parking with a great location close to 28th street.

Essential Responsibilities:

1. Able to read and understand technical documentation such as schematic diagrams and parts lists.
2. Experience using hand tools for electronic assembly.
3. Must demonstrate the manual dexterity required to perform repetitive assembly operations with reasonable speed and accuracy.
4. Must be able to work under microscopes for long periods of time (requires good visual acuity, with or without correction).
5. Must be able to work under minimum supervision.
6. Must possess basic computer skills within a Windows environment.
7. Knowledge of IPC 610 & J-STD soldering specifications.
8. Must be able to show proficiency in the use of a soldering iron to perform certified soldering.
9. Tools that you must know how to use: tweezers, jeweler’s screwdrivers, torque screwdrivers and wrenches, pull test machine, special equipment online station.
10. Keen attention to detail.

Qualifications/Requirements:

1. Must have completed HS Diploma/GED from an accredited school.
2. Minimum 1 year of experience in the assembly of small intricate parts and assemblies.
3. Minimum 1 year of soldering experience.
4. Ability to demonstrate soldering proficiency through skills test.
5. Must be able to pass IPC 610 & J-STD certifications after training.

Desired Characteristics:

1. Familiar with Electric Static Discharge precautions.
2. Proficient with Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Office, and PDF Viewers.
3. Motivated and a self-starter.

This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.

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