Electronics Assembler

Electronic Assembly Technician

As an Electronic Assembly Technician at GE Aerospace, you will independently perform assembly tasks including PC board assembly, soldering, and mechanical assembly, ensuring each step meets quality specifications. You will use various tools and testing equipment, maintain accurate records, and provide training and mentoring to colleagues. This role requires a high school diploma or GED, relevant certifications, and 1-3 years of manufacturing experience, with a focus on precision, safety, and effective communication.

At GE Aerospace in Bohemia, you will be part of a collaborative and diverse team that values your unique perspectives and innovative spirit. You will have the opportunity to work smarter, not harder, through our ongoing LEAN transformation. Your contributions will have a meaningful impact on millions of lives, and you will share in our sense of purpose and pride. If you are ready to elevate your future, come aboard and help us advance aviation technologies for today and tomorrow.

• Career Growth: GE isn't just a great place to start your careerit'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 Bohemia 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: GE Aerospace facility located in Islip, Long Island is dedicated to the design and manufacture of power conversion & control products, Battery systems, Lighting Controllers, Frequency Converters, Digital Control Products, Control Panels, Inverters, Power supplies and Advanced power conversion applications.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

• Independently perform assembly steps including PC board assembly and soldering, chassis wiring and soldering, mechanical assembly, and inspection.
• Follow operation sheets, engineering drawings, and change orders to accurately complete assembly tasks.
• Ensure each step in the process is completed correctly, meeting quality specifications.
• Maintain records to charge direct labor time to specific product amounts.
• Use a variety of small hand tools and production equipment and set up and operate testing equipment such as multimeters, ohmmeters, and flow meters.
• Provide training and mentoring to other employees as needed.
• Perform other routine operations as required.
• Communicate effectively in written and/or oral form regarding various situations.
• Keep your workstation, tools, and equipment organized and orderly.
• Comply with all company safety rules and regulations.
• Engage and participate in a self-directed teaming environment.

Requirements/Knowledge:

• Education: High School Diploma or GED
• IPC-A-610 Certification
• J-STD-001 Certification
• 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.

• Experience: 1-3 years of manufacturing experience

Skill Level Required:

• Proficiency with basic tools and measuring devices such as micrometers, calipers, and radius gauges.
• Basic computer skills.
• Simple mathematical counting skills.
• Ability to interpret drawings, operation sheets, and perform in-process inspections.
• Good hand-eye coordination and dexterity skills.

Desired Qualifications:

• Previous experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in a self-directed teaming environment.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles.

The base pay range for this position is $22 - $25/hr., depending on experience. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate's experience, education, and skill set.

GE Aerospace offers comprehensive benefits and programs to support your health and, along with programs like HealthAhead, your physical, emotional, financial and social wellbeing. Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach from GE Aerospace; and the Employee Assistance Program, which provides 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan, a 401(k) savings plan 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.

GE Aerospace (General Electric Company or the Company) and its 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. 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)).

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).

Relocation Assistance Provided: No