Electronics Technician -1st Shift

Job Description Summary

The role involves providing technical support for production or aftermarket repair services, including setting up and operating test equipment, and troubleshooting complex electronic and electro-mechanical systems using schematics and relevant documentation. Responsibilities also include testing, calibrating, adjusting, and maintaining measuring instruments to meet standards, as well as performing repair and overhaul services for assigned technology. The individual is authorized to execute all assigned tasks and handle additional responsibilities as needed.

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.

• 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 Clearwater 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: 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.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Provide technical support for production or aftermarket repair services, focusing on electronic and electro-mechanical systems.

• Set up and operate test equipment to test complex equipment using established procedures, schematics, and relevant documentation, which may include vibration and thermal cycle testing.

• Troubleshoot complex equipment by utilizing schematics and in-depth knowledge of the assigned technology, systems, and components.

• Test, calibrate, adjust, and maintain measuring and indicating instruments to ensure they meet set standards.

• Perform repair and overhaul services for assigned technology.

• Carry out additional responsibilities as assigned, with the authority to execute all assigned tasks.

Qualifications / Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED

• 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. 

• Possess a 2-year technical degree/certificate in a related discipline, equivalent military education/training, or at least 2 years of industry experience, with a minimum of 3 years of related job experience.

• Prior experience using DMM (Digital Multimeter) and Oscilloscope

• Proficient in reading and understanding technical information and instructions, with strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Capable of lifting/moving materials up to 35 pounds, working with hazardous materials, and working overtime as required

Desired Skills / Experience:

• Proficient in using a personal computer to navigate online documents, drawings, and instructions.

• At least 3 years of related job experience.

• Experience working in a team-oriented environment.

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 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.