Military DoD SkillBridge Program - Digital/Electro-Mechanical Technician

GE Aerospace; Lynn (MA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

GE Aerospace, located in Lynn, Massachusetts, is in search of a Digital/Electro-Mechanical Technician. This role involves applying and routing specialized test instrumentation for test engines, ensuring quality checks and compliance with quality initiatives. The candidate should be an active military member transitioning to civilian work or have relevant experience in testing environments.

Ideal candidates will possess strong communication and problem-solving skills, and the ability to work independently. The position requires working on-site without relocation assistance.

Qualifications

• Active military personnel in the last 180 days before separation.
• At least two years of work experience in a manufacturing or testing environment.

Responsibilities

• Apply specialized test instrumentation including strain gages and accelerometers.
• Route specialized test sensors at component level for engine testing.
• Terminate test instrumentation wire during assembly.
• Perform signal quality checks of test instrumentation.
• Fabricate or assemble cables and set up data recording equipment.
• Mentor junior technicians on application and routing processes.

Skills

Strong oral and written communication skills

Strong interpersonal and leadership skills

Ability to work independently

Strong problem‑solving skills

Self‑starter and flexible

Demonstrated aptitude for continuous learning

A/P license

Education

Associate degree in an applicable technical discipline

High school diploma/GED with at least two years of work experience

Job description

Job Description Summary

The Military DoD SkillBridge program provides an opportunity for Service members to gain civilian work experience through industry training, apprenticeships, or internships during the last 180 days of service. GE Aerospace is seeking a Digital / Electro‑Mechanical Technician for the Lynn Test Systems Engineering Team. The Technician will be responsible for detailed application, routing, terminations, and quality checks of test instrumentation needed to validate the mechanical design and performance of development test engines. The work is 100% on site.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Apply specialized test instrumentation including strain gages, accelerometers, magnetic pick‑ups, optical tip timing probes, and capacitance probes.
• Route specialized test sensors at component‑level and throughout assembly for development test turbo‑shaft and turbo‑fan engines.
• Terminate test instrumentation wire at component and module levels during assembly and within the test facility during engine setup.
• Perform end‑to‑end signal quality checks of test instrumentation at various stages.
• Use glues, epoxies, heat guns, spot weld, soldering, microscopes, and ovens to apply and route specialized test instrumentation.
• Fabricate or assemble cables, harnesses, and set up data recording equipment for development engine testing.
• Complete terminations of instrumentation in ground‑based aircraft engine test cells, perform continuity checks and set up high‑speed data recording equipment.
• Support maintenance initiatives for lab equipment used for instrumentation applications.
• Perform basic electro‑mechanical mathematical function conversions and apply Ohm’s Law principles.
• Remain compliant with Engine Assembly Quality initiatives and Environmental Health & Safety initiatives at Assembly and Test Facilities.
• Communicate any instrumentation or sensor quality issues to senior engineers and support process improvement initiatives.
• Mentor junior technicians on application, routing, termination, and sensor quality check processes.

Basic Qualifications

• Active military personnel in the last 180 days before separation.
• Associate degree in an applicable technical discipline from an accredited school or a high school diploma/GED with at least two years of work experience in a manufacturing or testing environment.

Desired Characteristics

• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• Strong problem‑solving skills.
• Self‑starter and flexible.
• Demonstrated aptitude for continuous learning.
• A/P license.

Security and Eligibility

This role requires access to U.S. export‑controlled information. Employment is contingent upon proof that the applicant is a U.S. Person (e.g., U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or granted asylee or refugee status).

Equal Opportunity Employer

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 any other characteristic protected by law.

Additional Employment Requirements

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. All offers of employment are conditioned upon a successful drug screen (as applicable).

Relocation Assistance

No relocation assistance is provided.