Entry Level Assembler 1st Shift Tues-Fri (4x10)

IF1139 GE Aviation Systems LLC; Loves Park (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

GE Aviation Systems LLC in Loves Park, IL is seeking an assembler to support failure analysis and electromechanical/electrical assembly. You will set up equipment, document in-process verification, and work from complex drawings and manuals.

The role requires reading blueprints, using measuring tools, and following safety rules. Lifting up to 25 lbs and ability to work with PPE is expected. Solder certification and 1+ year experience are desirable.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Experience in electromechanical or electrical assembly is preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs and use measuring tools.
• Ability to read and follow assembly drawings and manuals.
• Ability to read and document technical data in English.

Responsibilities

• Work with and provide input to help in failure analysis from drawings, plans, procedures, and manuals.
• Set up and operate equipment with guidance from technicians.
• Check and record assembly data and perform in-process verification.
• Recognize process variation and adjust to compliant work practices.
• Work from complex product drawings and specifications.
• Follow safety rules and wear PPE.

Skills

Electromechanical assembly

Electrical assembly

Reading blueprints

Use measurement tools

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Tools

Calipers

Multimeter

Torque wrench

Job description

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Work with and provide input to help in failure analysis working from assembly prints, assembly plans, test procedures, component maintenance manual, engineering change order or other controlled documents.
• Set up and operate equipment common to the product with direction from technicians.
• Check and record assembly data and perform / document in process verification required.
• Recognize process variation, adjust accordingly to compliant work practices
• Work from complex product drawings, manuals and specifications
• Comply with all safety rules, wear all required PPE, and report any safety concerns and injuries immediately

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma / GED
• Experience in one or more of the following: Electromechanical Electrical assembly Electronic assembly
• Ability and willingness to lift 25 lbs.
• Ability and willingness to use & understand mechanical / electrical measuring tools and equipment
• Ability and willingness to read, interpret, and follow assembly blueprints, work instructions, and component maintenance manuals, etc.
• Ability and willingness to read, interpret and document technical data in English

Desired Characteristics:

• Solder certification
• Minimum of 1 year+ of experience in electromechanical / electrical assembly
• Ability to work independently with some assistance from senior operators.
• Understand and use required systems for repair transactions and customer requirements.
• Experience operating test lab equipment
• Follow schematics to aid in troubleshooting
• Ability to recognize problems and resolve in a timely manner
• Must be able to set up and operate relevant test equipment

Pay

The pay for this position is $21 an hour.

This posting is expected to close on October 31st, 2026.

Benefits

Benefits GE Aerospace offers comprehensive benefits and programs to support your health and, along with programs like HealthAhead, your physical, emotional, financial and social wellbeing.

Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach from GE Aerospace; and the Employee Assistance Program, which provides 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services.

Retirement benefits include the GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan, a 401(k) savings plan 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.

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).

Employees may also be subject to random and reasonable-suspicion drug and alcohol testing.

Relocation Assistance Provided: No

At GE Aerospace, we invent the future of flight, lift people up, and bring them home safely. We are a world-leading provider of jet engines, components, and integrated systems for commercial and military aircraft. At GE Aerospace, respect for people is core to our culture and commitment to FLIGHT DECK, our proprietary lean operating model. We attract, develop, and retain industry-leading talent from all backgrounds and cultivate communities where people are respected and empowered to reach their fullest potential. For the people of GE Aerospace, their work isn't just a job. It's their passion and purpose. We work and win as one team, accountable to each other and our customers, and we are always finding a better way to climb higher together. We were meant to fly.