Military DoD SkillBridge Program - Powerplant Certified Technician

Job Description Summary

The Military DoD SkillBridge program is an opportunity for Service members to gain valuable civilian work experience through specific industry training, apprenticeships, or internships during the last 180 days of service. SkillBridge connects Service members with industry partners in real-world job experiences under Dept. of Defense Instruction 1322.29. Separating Service members can be granted up to 180 days of permissive duty to focus solely on training full-time with approved industry partners after unit commander (first O-4/Field Grade commander in chain of command) provides written authorization and approval. GE Aerospace as a Skill Bridge partner offers real-world training and work experience in in-demand fields of work while having the opportunity to evaluate the Service member's suitability for the work. Military DoD SkillBridge participants are not eligible for compensation from GE Aerospace, as they continue to receive military compensation and benefits as active-duty service members.

Job Description

At GE Aerospace, we invent the future of flight, lift people up, and bring them home safely. We are a world-leading provider of jet engines, components, and integrated systems for commercial and military aircraft. At GE Aerospace, respect for people is core to our culture and commitment to FLIGHT DECK, our proprietary lean operating model. We attract, develop, and retain industry-leading talent from all backgrounds and cultivate communities where people are respected and empowered to reach their fullest potential. For the people of GE Aerospace, their work isn't just a job. It's their passion and purpose. We work and win as one team, accountable to each other and our customers, and we are always finding a better way to climb higher together. We were meant to fly.

We are seeking an Powerplant Certified Technician located in Durham, NC. You may have the opportunity to interview for full time placement after SkillBridge. For a permanent position, you must complete SkillBridge and be eligible for full time employment by September 2026.

Essential Functions (including physical and environmental tasks required to perform job):

• Assemble jet engines, including performing various machining and repair operations, using hand tools, specialized tools, equipment and fixtures.
• Function in a team-based environment.
• Work from complex product drawings, manuals, specifications and other company/customer specifications.
• Set-up, operate and adjust all tools and equipment used in the assembly processes.
• Perform inspections required to assure that the quality plan is achieved.

Required Qualifications

• Active Military personnel on their last 180 days before separating from Military Service.
• Powerplant Certification or posses the FAA 8610-2 form and ability to obtain Powerplant License prior to SkillBridge start
• Available for full time employment by August 2026

Desired Characteristics:

• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Ability to learn new tasks and become multi-skilled
• Willingness to work flexible hours/shifts
• Ability to make and accept responsibility for decisions
• Willingness to work in varied responsibilities
• Willingness to help others

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