Skilled Assembler 1st Shift Tues-Fri (4x10)

IF1139 GE Aviation Systems LLC; Loves Park (IL); On-site; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

GE Aerospace is seeking an assembly-focused operator in Loves Park, IL. The role involves working from complex product drawings, supporting failure analysis, and setting up/test equipment under technician guidance.

The position requires a High School Diploma or GED and 1 year+ aerospace assembly experience, with the ability to lift 25 lbs, read technical data in English, and follow instructions precisely. Safety compliance is essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma / GED
• Minimum of 1 year+ of experience with aerospace/or similar 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

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.

Skills

Aerospace assembly experience

Lift 25 lbs

Reading technical data in English

Read/interpret assembly blueprints

Follow assembly instructions in docs

Operate test equipment

Troubleshoot from schematics

Independence with assistance

Solder certification

Problem solving in rapid timelines

Set up/test equipment

Document technical data

Education

High School Diploma / GED

1 year+ aerospace/or similar assembly experience

Tools

Measuring tools & equipment

Electrical/mechanical measuring tools

Job description

Job Description Summary 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
• Minimum of 1 year+ of experience with aerospace/or similar 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

The pay for this position is $24.00/hr.

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

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.

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 may encounter high risk or hazardous operations, working with chemicals, 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.

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.