Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I) Maintenance Technician - Aerospace

E&I Maintenance Technician

Seize a unique opportunity to join a team advancing cutting-edge ceramic matrix composite (CMC) products and technology. In this critical role, you will be a key member of the Facilities and Maintenance team. The E&I Maintenance Technician in an aerospace environment is responsible for ensuring safe, compliant, and reliable operation of production, test, and facility equipment. This includes installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, calibration and repair of electrical, electronic, and instrumentation systems supporting aerospace manufacturing, furnace operations and efficient operation and troubleshooting of plant equipment and facilities.

Qualifications:

• Technical diploma or High School Diploma, associate degree, or apprenticeship in Electrical/Instrumentation or equivalent certification
• At least five (5) years industrial E&I maintenance (manufacturing, process plant, utilities, or lab environment etc.) performing instrument calibrations and equipment maintenance.
• Must have strong electrical, instrumentation and related calibration skills for field devices and control loops.
• Ability to speak, read, and write in English
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Good math skills
• Must be well-organized with good attention to detail
• Display strong work ethic and positive attitude
• Adaptable and dependable with ability to follow direction and work cooperation with others
• Problem-solving, teamwork, ability to work independently
• Must maintain a helpful and professional attitude and appearance
• Must be US citizen and obtain security clearance (Refer other Job postings)

Key Responsibilities:

Instrumentation & Controls

• Calibrate process instrumentation (temperature, pressure, vacuum, flow, pH, gas detection) and complete calibration log sheets.
• Troubleshoot and repair process instrumentation and other electrical equipment in manufacturing areas.
• Install process instrumentation devices and support DAQ systems, PLC- and PC-based control systems, and their field I/O.
• Diagnose faults in electrical, electronic, and control systems using multimeters, oscilloscopes, loop calibrators, and related tools.
• Interpret technical documentation including electrical schematics, P&IDs, wiring diagrams, PLC I/O lists, and equipment manuals.

Mechanical & General Maintenance

• Perform highly diversified maintenance on production and facility equipment/systems.
• Install and replace motors, pumps, drives, belts, filters, gears, chains, valves, and similar components.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, pneumatic, electrical, and hydraulic problems and perform necessary repairs.
• Support equipment installations, including utilities hook-up (air, water, gas), alignment, and leveling.
• Apply general knowledge of other maintenance disciplines to complete non-E&I tasks as required.

Reliability, Root Cause & Continuous Improvement

• Participate in Root Cause Analyses and Process Hazard Analyses for process and safety issues.
• Recommend improvements in process and calibration instrumentation to enhance performance and reliability.
• Work collaboratively with Process Owners, Operators, Engineers, and others to resolve and improve manufacturing processes.
• Minimize downtime by resolving maintenance and mechanical issues promptly with minimal impact to production schedules.

Documentation & Asset Management

• Maintain accurate records in the CMMS, including work orders, maintenance history, and required paperwork.
• Update maintenance history logs and ensure proper documentation of all work performed.
• Track and account for tools and equipment used for maintenance and repairs.

Safety, Compliance & Work Environment

• Follow all Environmental Health & Safety rules, including LOTO, work permits, and risk assessments.
• Adhere to applicable electrical codes and standards, aerospace and quality standards (such as AS9100/AS9110 as applicable), EHS regulations, and site procedures.
• Work safely in an industrial environment, including noise, heights, confined spaces, and shift work if required.
• Assist with managing contractors, including writing permits, answering technical questions, and locking out circuits.
• Obtain and maintain certification for power mobile equipment (fork trucks, aerial lifts, man lifts, etc.) as required.
• Complete required training, including company, regulatory, and site-specific training.
• Work extended hours or weekends as needed to support business needs (with approved overtime).
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Associate's Degree or High School Diploma/GED from an accredited school or institution

Desired Characteristics:

• Demonstrate ability to analyze and resolve problems.
• Electrician license, instrumentation certification, or similar (preferred)
• Transparent: shares critical information, speaks with candor, contributes constructively
• Focused: quick learner, strategically prioritizes work, committed
• Humble: respectful, receptive, agile, eager to learn
• Demonstrated ability to help team make good operational decisions in a timely manner.
• Adhere to Aerospace and quality standards (for example: AS9100/AS9110 requirements as applicable, EHS regulations, and site procedures)
• PLC/DCS basics, VFDs, industrial networking basics, CMMS use, calibration skills

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)).

Additional Information

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