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Job Description Summary

Test Facilities Engineer (electrical/controls) will be responsible for the day to day support of 12 full aero engine test facilities used for the development and production pass off of gas-turbine engines. Working under the guidance of senior engineers this role will expose the applicant to the complete range of systems and controls that are required in this dynamic environment. Practical application of sound engineering principles will be used to support and improve availability of the test facilities. Critical thinking and Lean principals will be deployed. Critical spares holding and obsolescence management will be fundamental to these roles. In this role you will be part of the Lynn Assembly and Test Facilities Team.

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities

• Execute, with guidance from senior engineering resources, the day-to-day technical support of engine test facilities and related hardware assets.

• Develop a best practice spare parts strategy and review obsolesces management.

• Support and guide fault finding and re-medial work with the craft teams.

• Develop a deep knowledge of the Lynn test facilities.

• Drive LEAN and system improvement processes to streamline production and development tests

• Remain current on modern industry standard techniques, hardware, control systems and instrumentation.

• Take part in knowledge sharing and mentoring initiatives with specialist craft groups and other engineers.

• Help to document best practices and user guides of test systems.

• Support and advise on system replacements and upgrades.

• Ideal candidate will have practical mechanical/engineering experience

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university (OR a High School Diploma / GED with a minimum 4 years of experience in an engineering, IT, scientific or other technical position)

• Hands on practical experience in manufacturing/production environment

Desired Characteristics

• Humble: respectful, receptive, agile, eager to learn

• Transparent: shares critical information, speaks with candor, contributes constructively

• Focused: quick learner, strategically prioritizes work, committed

• Leadership ability: strong communicator, decision-maker, collaborative

• Problem solver: analytical-minded, challenges existing processes, critical thinker

Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity 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.

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General Electric Company, Ropcor, Inc., their successors, and in some cases their 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. 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 (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights_10_20.pdf) . 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: Yes