Senior Assembly Technician - 1st shift

IF1139 GE Aviation Systems LLC; Idaho; On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

GE Aerospace is seeking a skilled assembler to perform electronic, electro-mechanical, and mechanical assembly on components such as modules, boards, panels, and cables. The role requires reading technical instructions, soldering experience with J-Std certification within 30 days, the ability to lift up to 35 pounds, and willingness to work overtime and handle hazardous materials.

You will join a diverse, safety-focused team in a high-tech environment, contributing to reliable hardware

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Soldering experience with ability to obtain J-Std certification within 30 days.
• Read and comprehend technical instructions; ability to lift up to 35 pounds.
• May involve hazardous materials handling and overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform electronic, electro-mechanical, and mechanical assembly on hardware components.
• Execute soldering, wiring, testing, and complex rework per procedures and schematics.
• Follow established work instructions and documentation with precision.
• Be adaptable and take on additional responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Soldering experience

PC proficiency

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Description Summary

In this role, you will perform a variety of electronic, electro-mechanical, and mechanical assembly operations on hardware components such as modules, boards, panels, drawers, frames, and cables, including complex rework, soldering, wiring, and testing. You will follow established procedures, work instructions, and schematics, and have the responsibility and authority to carry out all assigned tasks. The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, the ability to read and comprehend technical instructions, soldering experience with J-Std certification within 30 days, the ability to lift up to 35 pounds, and the flexibility to work overtime and handle hazardous materials.

Job Description

At GE Aerospace, we believe the world works better when it flies, and we lead in the development and manufacture of advanced jet engines, components, and integrated systems for commercial and military aircraft. Joining our collaborative and diverse team means bringing your unique perspectives, innovative spirit, and drive to a people-first organization that values your ideas and supports your growth through our ongoing LEAN transformation. Your work will have a meaningful impact on millions of lives, and you will share in our sense of purpose and pride as we advance aviation technologies for today and tomorrow. Working at our Clearwater Location: Clearwater is a provider of engineering, circuit card assembly, OEM Avionics, and MRO services to commercial and military customers, with products and technologies that are diverse and highly sophisticated. Your work will contribute to systems that manage the performance of Boeing 737 and 787 aircraft as well as F-18s, F-35s, Harriers, and Apaches. In addition to working in a facility awarded OSHAS’s highest safety rating, you will be part of a diverse team of 400+ employees, solving the global challenge of sustainable flight, earning merit-based rewards, working in a climate-controlled environment, and having opportunities for continuous learning and development.

Key Responsibilities

• Diverse Assembly Operations: Engage in electronic, electro-mechanical, and mechanical assembly tasks, working with various hardware components like modules, boards, panels, drawers, frames, and cables. Your role will involve both repetitive and non-repetitive operations, ensuring a dynamic and varied work experience.
• Technical Expertise: Utilize your skills in complex rework, soldering, wiring, and testing to ensure high-quality assembly and functionality of hardware components.
• Procedure Adherence: Perform assembly operations using established procedures, work instructions, schematics, and other approved documentation, ensuring precision and consistency in your work.
• Flexibility and Responsibility: Embrace additional responsibilities as assigned, demonstrating your adaptability and commitment to the team's success. You will have the authority to carry out all assigned tasks, empowering you to make a significant impact.

Qualifications / Requirements

• Educational and Technical Skills: High school diploma or equivalent education, with the ability to read and comprehend technical work instructions. 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.
• Soldering and Certification: Soldering experience and the ability to become J-Std certified within the first 30 days of employment.
• Physical and Work Requirements: Ability to lift and move materials up to 35 pounds, work with hazardous materials, and work overtime as required.

Desired Skills / Experience

• Technical Proficiency and Experience: Proficient in using a personal computer to navigate online documents, drawings, and instructions, with a minimum of 6 years of industry or similarly related job experience.
• Team Collaboration: Prior experience working in a team-oriented environment.
• Join us and be part of a team that values innovation, quality, and continuous improvement. Your skills and dedication will play a crucial role in our success.

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.