Equipment Services Technician

GE Aerospace; Jacksonville (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

GE Aerospace in Jacksonville seeks an Equipment Services Technician to maintain, troubleshoot, calibrate, and install electro‑mechanical and electronic production/test equipment, keeping manufacturing operations reliable.

You will work with electrical systems, PLCs, ovens, and precision instruments, supporting cross‑functional teams and extended shifts to meet production demands. GE offers growth and competitive benefits across a climate‑controlled site.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• At least 18 years of age by the joining date.
• Associate degree in Electronic Technologies with 2+ years of relevant experience, or 5 years of applicable electro‑mechanical experience.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair and calibrate electro‑mechanical and electronic equipment, including precision test instruments and high‑voltage systems (up to 40 kV and higher).
• Program, operate and support oven controllers, PLCs and other electronic controllers used in production and ATP testing.
• Fabricate and install custom test fixtures and in‑house equipment; set up and use drill presses, band saws, grinders and hand tools.
• Create and interpret sketches, schematics, blueprints and equipment specifications to document modifications and custom builds.
• Maintain inventory of spare/replacement parts and coordinate with vendors for services and repairs.
• Support cross‑functional teams and assist engineers with equipment overhauls, modifications and equipment selection.
• Work flexible/extended hours (including weekends or shift work) as needed to support production demands.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Electrical systems

Mechanical aptitude

Blueprint interpretation

Communication skills

Education

Associate Degree in Electronic Technologies

2+ years' relevant electro‑mechanical experience

Tools

Multimeters

Oscilloscopes

PLC concepts

Drill presses/hand tools

Job description

Job Description Summary

The Equipment Services Technician is an electro-mechanical technician responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, calibrating, and installing production and test equipment to keep the Jacksonville manufacturing site running reliably. The position requires hands on work with electrical systems, electronic controllers, PLCs, ovens, and precision measuring devices.

Job Description

At GE Aerospace, we believe the world works better when it flies. As a world-leading provider of advanced jet engines, components, and integrated systems for commercial and military aircraft, we are committed to advancing aviation technologies for today and tomorrow. Joining GE Aerospace means becoming part of a collaborative and diverse team that values your unique perspective, innovative spirit, drive, and curiosity. We listen to your ideas and support your growth through our ongoing LEAN transformation, enabling you to work smarter, not harder. Your contributions will have a meaningful impact on millions of lives, and you will share in our pride and purpose. If you are ready to elevate your future and do work that truly matters, come aboard, and be warmly welcomed at GE Aerospace

Career Growth: GE Aerospace is a global industrial leader known for engineering excellence, career development opportunities, and comprehensive benefits. Working at GE’s Jacksonville site offers exposure to advanced manufacturing processes, collaborative engineering teams, and opportunities for skill growth across electrical, mechanical and automation disciplines.

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: The GE Aerospace site in Jacksonville is unique, manufacturing electronic component parts and operating a Repair & Overhaul shop for GE Engines, including engine ignition systems, speed sensors, and harnesses. Our climate-controlled facility embraces diversity and career advancement, supported by 9 active employee resource groups.

Join GE and power innovation at our Jacksonville manufacturing site. We’re seeking a motivated Equipment Services Technician to maintain, troubleshoot, and optimize electro‑mechanical and electronic production/test equipment that keeps our operations running safely and efficiently.

What you’ll do

• Troubleshoot, repair and calibrate electro‑mechanical and electronic equipment, including precision test instruments and high‑voltage systems (up to 40 kV and higher).


• Program, operate and support oven controllers, PLCs and other electronic controllers used in production and ATP testing.


• Fabricate and install custom test fixtures and in‑house equipment; set up and use drill presses, band saws, grinders and hand tools.


• Create and interpret sketches, schematics, blueprints and equipment specifications to document modifications and custom builds.


• Maintain inventory of spare/replacement parts and coordinate with vendors for services and repairs.


• Support cross‑functional teams and assist engineers with equipment overhauls, modifications and equipment selection.


• Work flexible/extended hours (including weekends or shift work) as needed to support production demands.

Required qualifications

• High School diploma or GED


• This role may encounter high risk or hazardous operations and/or include working shifts beyond a standard workweek. As such, a requirement of the role is to be at least 18 years of age by the time of joining


• Associate Degree in Electronic Technologies + 2 years’ relevant experience, OR minimum 5 years’ applicable experience with electro‑mechanical and electronic equipment in a manufacturing environment.


• Basic skills: Microsoft Office, computer programming concepts, blueprint/schematic interpretation, multimeters/oscilloscopes and other electronic measuring devices.


• Electrical experience: familiarity with 120/208/240/480 VAC systems and experience working with high‑voltage equipment.


• Mechanical and systems knowledge: pneumatics, hydraulics, vacuum and thermal systems; basic PLC understanding.


• Hands‑on troubleshooting and fabrication skills and effective written and verbal communication.

Desired

• Prior machine‑shop experience and comfort using hand tools.


• Willingness to work extended/flexible hours to meet business needs.

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