Production Assembler (1st shift)

GE Aerospace hiring for Production Assembler (1st shift) jobs in Loves Park, IL, US

Job Description SummaryRockford’s Electronics Department builds electronic communication components, cables, transmitters, air controllers, and electronic subcomponents for our upper level builds.

As an Electrical Assembler, Analyzer, and Tester you will use your thorough understanding of analog, digital and microprocessor circuits to fault isolate (component/board level) electronic avionics products as well as assemble new components. Job Description

At GE Aerospace, we have a relentless dedication to the future of safe and sustainable flight and the same dedication to the talented GE colleagues that make it happen.  Working at GE Aerospace means that you are bringing your unique perspective, innovative spirit, drive, and curiosity to a collaborative and diverse team. 

• 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 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: Rockford’s climate-controlled facility offers onsite gym, cafeteria, tuition reimbursement, free parking with a great location.

Roles and Responsibilities: 

• Assemble and test electronic components/assemblies.
• Troubleshoot electronics systems, circuit card assemblies, and components.
• Fault isolate electronics to the component level.
• Use general purpose test instruments (digital multimeters, oscilloscopes, power supplies, function generators, phase angle voltmeters and automated test equipment).
• Perform functional testing and environmental stress screening of electronics systems.

Essential Responsibilities 

• Attend and participate in team meetings.
• Follow technical procedures and specifications.
• Read and understand technical documentation such as schematic diagrams and parts lists.
• Follow test specifications and procedures.
• Ensure product compliance and quality.
• Maintain product test records in quality data tracking system.

Qualifications/Requirements 

• Work under minimum supervision by being motivated and a self-starter.
• Possess a thorough understanding of analog and digital circuits.
• Experience using hand tools for electronics disassembly and troubleshooting.
• Knowledge of IPC 610 & J-STD soldering specifications.
• Basic understanding of embedded software.
• Familiar with Electric Static Discharge precautions.

Eligibility Requirements:  

• Associate degree in an electronics technology discipline from an accredited university or college.
• High School Diploma / GED with two years of technical experience in testing and troubleshooting of highly technical electronic products which could include military electronics experience (i.e. A school, I level, or depot level technician).

Desired Characteristics: 

• Self-Motivated
• Keen attention to detail
• Proficient with Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Office, and PDF Viewers.
• Excellent attendance history 
• Ability to produce error free products.
• Strives to meet or exceed job requirements

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.

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