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GE Aerospace; Bohemia (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care from day one

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Education assistance

Tuition assistance

Job summary

GE Aerospace in Bohemia, NY is hiring a Manufacturing Technician to assemble and test electro‑mechanical systems to military specs. You’ll contribute to LEAN initiatives, mentor teammates, and help ensure safety, quality, and precision across the manufacturing process.

You will work with a collaborative team in a fast‑paced environment, using hand tools and precise measurement to achieve reliable performance and compliance with stringent standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; IPC‑A‑610 certification preferred.
• 1–3 years of manufacturing experience, preferably in a self‑directed team.
• Ability to read specifications and drawings, perform inspections, and use hand tools.

Responsibilities

• Execute complex manufacturing processes for electro‑mechanical systems per military specs.
• Interpret written specs and operation sheets to produce high‑quality parts.
• Maintain accurate test and inspection records for traceability.
• Train and mentor teammates in a collaborative, self‑directed environment.
• Use hand tools and measurement devices with precision.
• Uphold safety and keep a clean workstation.

Skills

Hand tools proficiency

Interpreting specifications

Inspections

Dexterity / hand-eye coordination

Education

High School Diploma or GED

IPC-A-610 Certification

Job description

Job Description Summary

Join GE Aerospace as a Manufacturing Technician, where you'll play a vital role in assembling and testing electro‑mechanical systems that meet rigorous military specifications. In this position, you'll utilize your technical skills to interpret specifications, perform inspections, and ensure the highest standards of safety and quality in every step of the manufacturing process. With opportunities to mentor teammates and contribute to a self‑directed, collaborative environment, this role offers a chance to grow your expertise while shaping the future of aerospace innovation.

Job Description Summary

Join GE Aerospace as a Manufacturing Technician, where you'll play a vital role in assembling and testing electro‑mechanical systems that meet rigorous military specifications. In this position, you'll utilize your technical skills to interpret specifications, perform inspections, and ensure the highest standards of safety and quality in every step of the manufacturing process. With opportunities to mentor teammates and contribute to a self‑directed, collaborative environment, this role offers a chance to grow your expertise while shaping the future of aerospace innovation.

Job Description

At GE Aerospace in Bohemia, you will be part of a collaborative and diverse team that values your unique perspectives and innovative spirit. You will have the opportunity to work smarter, not harder, through our ongoing LEAN transformation. Your contributions will have a meaningful impact on millions of lives, and you will share in our sense of purpose and pride. If you are ready to elevate your future, come aboard and help us advance aviation technologies for today and tomorrow.

• 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 Bohemia 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: GE Aerospace facility located in Islip, Long Island is dedicated to the design and manufacture of power conversion & control products, Battery systems, Lighting Controllers, Frequency Converters, Digital Control Products, Control Panels, Inverters, Power supplies and Advanced power conversion applications.

Are you ready to be part of a team that powers the future of aerospace innovation? GE Aerospace is seeking a detail‑oriented and driven Manufacturing Technician to join our dynamic production team. In this role, you will play a critical part in assembling and testing electro‑mechanical systems that meet rigorous military specifications. Your expertise will ensure the highest standards of safety, quality, and precision in every step of the manufacturing process.

What You’ll Do

• Execute complex manufacturing processes, including electro‑mechanical system setup, cable assembly, and machine profile adjustments, ensuring compliance with military specifications.
• Interpret and follow written specifications, operation sheets, and visual instructions to deliver high‑quality products.
• Maintain meticulous records of tests, quality checks, and specification data to ensure traceability and compliance.
• Train and mentor team members, fostering a collaborative and self‑directed work environment.
• Utilize small tools, measuring devices, and production equipment to perform tasks with precision and care.
• Uphold safety standards and maintain a clean, organized workstation.

What You’ll Bring

• Education: High School Diploma or GED; IPC‑A‑610 Certification.
• Experience: 1‑3 years of manufacturing experience, preferably in a self‑directed teaming environment.
• Skills: Proficiency in using hand tools, interpreting specifications and drawings, performing inspections, and basic computer skills. Strong dexterity and hand‑eye coordination are essential.
• 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.

Why Join Us?

At GE Aerospace, we prioritize Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost (SQDC), with safety always being our top priority. You’ll be part of a team that values continuous improvement and innovation, leveraging lean manufacturing principles to drive excellence. If you have lean manufacturing knowledge or experience, you’ll find this role especially rewarding.

At our company, safety, quality, delivery, and cost (SQDC) are our guiding principles, with safety always being the top priority. You’ll work in a dynamic environment that values innovation, teamwork, and lean manufacturing practices.

Salary and Benefits

The base pay range for this position is $20 - $25/hr., depending on experience. 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 10/15/2026.

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.

GE Aerospace (General Electric Company or the Company) and its 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.

This role requires access to U.S. export‑controlled information. Therefore, employment will be contingent upon the ability to prove that you meet the status of a U.S. Person as one of the following: U.S. lawful permanent resident, U.S. Citizen, have been granted asylee or refugee status (i.e., a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)).

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