GE Aerospace · Bristol
Manufacturing & Operationsposted 3w ago
Plan the sequence of operations, set up work, and select the tools, materials, and equipment required for complex prototype fabrication assignments.
Work from sketches, schematics, wiring diagrams, detailed drawings, samples, and verbal instructions to determine materials, parts, layouts, and fabrication methods.
Equipment and Tools Used
Work may involve the use of:
Precision measuring and test instruments, including multimeters, continuity testers, coil turns testers, and digital micrometers
Drill press, band saw, table saw, shears, grinders, punch press, crane, sand blaster, arbor press, and reciprocating saw
Soldering irons, wire wrap guns, hand tools, and specialized fabrication tools
Paint spray equipment, vapor degreasing equipment, and soldering equipment
Ladders, scaffolds, and other support equipment
Materials Used
Work may involve a wide variety of materials and components, including:
Integrated circuits, transistors, resistors, capacitors, printed circuit boards, transformers, meters, and variacs
Wire, cable, connectors, insulation, cabinets, screws, nuts, bolts, and other hardware
Paints, epoxies, resins, varnishes, solvents, solder, flux, RTV, adhesives, tapes, and cleaning chemicals
Sheet metal, epoxy glass, plexiglass, fiberglass, textolite, mica, foils, amorphous metals, ceramics, fiber optics, and microminiature components
Coordinates work with coworkers, engineering personnel, supervision, and project customers as needed.
Perform all operations to close electrical and mechanical tolerances.
Ensure finished work meets customer requirements, engineering specifications, and accepted industry standards.
Maintain orderly work areas and equipment through strong housekeeping practices.
Follow all applicable safety, quality, and operating requirements.
Strong mechanical and electrical fabrication ability
Ability to interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and verbal instructions
Skill in precision assembly, wiring, testing, and troubleshooting
Attention to detail and ability to work to close tolerances
Ability to manage multiple materials, tools, and fabrication methods in a prototype environment
Strong communication and customer-interface skills
High school diploma or equivalent
The hourly pay range for this position $45.07 - 52.52 USD (US) per hour. The specific hourly rate offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s experience, their education, and the work location. This posting is expected to close on December 31st 2026.
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.
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 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.
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