Electronic Repair Specialist - 1st shift
About The Position
At GE Aerospace’s Grand Rapids facility, the Electronic Repair Specialist repairs electronic assemblies according to work orders and returns them to customers in like-new condition. The facility builds electronic communication components, communication centers, and beacon transmitters. Typical working hours are 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The specialist works from rework orders, work instructions, blueprints, and verbal instructions; estimates repair time in advance; monitors time spent; and documents work in an online business system. The role includes teardown and rebuild of varied avionics equipment, implementing rework orders, performing board-level repairs and component replacements from through-hole to ball grid array, and carrying out limited product and repair evaluations. The specialist coordinates with peers, test technicians, and customer service personnel, and manages multiple repair activities with minimal supervision. The Grand Rapids facility is climate-controlled and has an onsite gym, cafeteria, employee concierge service, and free parking. GE also describes career-growth opportunities, benefits including healthcare starting on day one, a 401(k) savings plan with employer match and paid time off, and financial support for continuing education. Employment is contingent on meeting U.S. person requirements for access to export-controlled information, and successful completion of a drug screen where applicable.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Two years of experience in the electronics industry.
- Demonstrated electronics soldering experience, including IPC 610 and J-STD.
- U.S. citizenship status is listed as a requirement; the posting also states that the role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information and employment depends on proving U.S. person status.
- Enhanced computer skills using Microsoft software tools and experience with MRP systems.
- At least 18 years of age by the time of joining.
- Ability to work shifts beyond a standard workweek may be required.
Nice To Haves
- Self-motivated.
- Excellent attendance history.
- Ability to produce error-free products.
- Strives to meet or exceed job requirements.
Responsibilities
- Read and work from rework orders, work instructions, blueprints, and verbal instructions.
- Quote the time needed to complete repair jobs in advance, monitor time spent, and document work in an online business system.
- Perform teardown and build-up of a wide variety of avionics equipment.
- Incorporate rework orders.
- Perform skilled board-level repairs and component replacements, ranging from through-hole to ball grid array.
- Perform limited product and repair evaluations, including fiber optics inspection, circuit board X-ray evaluation, and resistance checks.
- Interface with peers, test technicians, and customer service personnel with minimum supervision.
- Manage time across multiple repair activities with minimal supervision.
- Maintain certified soldering status.
Benefits
- Healthcare starting on day one.
- 401(k) savings plan with generous employer match.
- Paid time off.
- Financial support for continuing education.
- Onsite gym.
- Cafeteria.
- Employee concierge service.
- Free parking.
- Career growth and professional development opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
