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Engineering Technician 3- Testing Specialist OTHSAL

AT GE Aerospace
GE Aerospace

Engineering Technician 3- Testing Specialist OTHSAL

Blue Ash, OH

Job Description Summary

As the Test Technician, you will utilize acquired job skills, company policies, and procedures to solve
problems and test the capabilities of jet engine components. The Test Technician will take
directions from other team members to complete a wide range of tasks. Will work in a laboratory
environment, work with other groups to build test setups, test components, and collect results for
Engineering customers.

Job Description

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Associate degree in an applicable technical discipline from an accredited school or institution {i.e. Aviation Maintenance, Electro-Mechanical Engineering, Electronic Technology, Chemical Technology, etc.} (Or a high school diploma / GED with 1-2 years of work experience in a manufacturing or testing environment)

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• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance when needed is required

Desired Characteristics:

• A&P License

• Strong oral and written communication skills.

• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.

• Ability to work independently.

• Strong problem-solving skills.

• Experience working in a jet engine testing environment

• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and schematics Essential

Responsibilities: In addition, as the Test Technician, you will:

• With direction from other GE employees (Manager, Team Lead, Specialist, Customer) be proficient at troubleshooting, testing, assembly, disassembly and performing visual inspections

• Test hardware and test enabling hardware set-up (work with other organizations when needed):

o Build simple or very complex test rigs utilizing documentation and little guidance from other GE employees (Pneumatics, Static Load Lab, Vibes, Bearing Seals & Drive, Whirligig, and Control Wet Rigs)

• Test data acquisition set-up- Set up or work with other organization (DSO) to set-up, checkout, and record data during test.

• Test execution and test execution documentation (daily logs): o Follow test plan by carrying out documented test plan o Running facility systems-drive motors, Pneumatics, steam, oil, hydraulics, ovens, shaker tables, sirens, laser's, etc. Instrumentation- Temperatures, vibes, pressures, torque meters, gauge, strain gauges, load cells

• Test troubleshooting- work with team in order to troubleshoot all systems performing the test

• Basic test results reporting and documentation- be able to pull data from facility to provide raw data to team member and fill out basic test report/summary

• Toolbox organization/standardize- lead and follow GE procedure on tool control

• Support and perform work in compliance to all Environmental, Health, and Safety programs, policies and regulations; have the willingness to stop work when an unsafe condition arises, have a proactive attitude towards creating a safe work environment built around LEAN principles (clean as you go mentality, 5S, etc.)

• Interface with external organizations & internal supporting functions to define program schedules and test plans that support business needs

• Work on assignments that are assigned to area, identify issues or problems with equipment, processes and/or products.

• Communicate work product to the appropriate persons.

• Contribute to and collaborate with team to effectively deliver on priorities and resolve minor conflicts.

• Periodically prepare and implement supporting work plans to update equipment to enhance lab capabilities.

• Assist the Team Leader or manager in planning and scheduling of preventive maintenance activities.

This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.

Additional Information

GE offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE 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 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).

Relocation Assistance Provided: No

Client-provided location(s): Evendale, OH, USA
Job ID: GE_Aerospace-R3783109
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • FSA With Employer Contribution
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Unlimited Paid Time Off
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Learning and Development Stipend
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)

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