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Job Description Summary

In this dynamic position, you’ll play a critical role in ensuring the quality and precision of advanced aviation components. Combining the responsibilities of a skilled operator and meticulous inspector, you’ll perform a variety of tasks that demand technical expertise, attention to detail, and a commitment to excellence. From contouring complex parts to inspecting assemblies with cutting-edge equipment, your work will directly impact the performance of high-tech engines like the LEAP and 9X

Job Description

Join GE Aerospace: Where Precision Meets Purpose

Are you ready to elevate your career and contribute to the future of aviation? At GE Aerospace, we’re not just building jet engines and components—we’re shaping the technologies that power commercial and military aircraft around the globe. As part of our Wilmington team, you’ll be immersed in a collaborative, high-performing environment where your skills and ideas will fuel innovation and excellence. Together, we believe the world works better when it flies. Do you?

**Working at GE Aerospace Wilmington** For over 22 years, our Wilmington facility has been a hub of innovation and excellence, producing high-quality rotating parts for aviation’s most advanced engines. With 600,000 square feet of manufacturing space, 300+ CNC machines, and 21 special processes, we’re proud to be the career home of 500+ employees who thrive on purpose and challenge.

What You’ll Do:

+ **Operate and Innovate:** Perform hand contouring tasks using grinders, polishing tools, and automated equipment. Set up and operate CNC machines and manual machining processes, ensuring tight tolerances and exceptional surface finishes.

+ **Inspect and Assure Quality:** Utilize electronic gauging equipment, surface plate inspections, and unconventional mechanical devices to verify dimensions and features. Document findings and provide feedback to maintain the highest quality standards.

+ **Collaborate and Train:** Actively participate in team-based environments, sharing knowledge and training others to uphold inspection techniques and manufacturing excellence.

+ **Maintain Standards:** Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and ergonomic procedures while keeping workspaces organized and efficient.

Why GE Aerospace Wilmington?

+ **Competitive Pay:** Starting at $33.39/hour, plus $1/hr shift differentials

+ **Comprehensive Benefits:** Medical, dental, vision, vacation, and holidays starting Day 1.

+ **Career Growth:** Opportunities to contribute to cutting-edge technologies and receive certifications like CVP and Inspector B.

+ **Relocation Support:** Available for candidates living over 90 miles from the facility.

Requirements Include:

+ High school diploma or equivalent

+ Must have at least 3 years manufacturing experience in set-up and operations of any 2 of the following computer numerically controlled (CNC) or manual machining processes: drilling, milling, grinding, turning, or broaching **or** 2-year degree from an accredited machinist training program.

+ Must have one year of experience reading and interpreting mechanical blueprints and/or production planning.

+ Must have at least 2 years using precision measuring instruments.

+ Must be able to push, pull or lift parts up to 50 lbs. utilizing proper ergonomic procedures.

Desired Qualifications:

+ Prior Aircraft Engines machining experience

+ Must be able to use computers and learn Microsoft Office.

+ Must be able to follow written and verbal instructions and communicate effectively in the English language.

+ Experience working in a high-performing team-based environment.

Additional Information:

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation for purposes of participating in the application/hiring process with GE. If you are unable or limited in your ability to apply or interview as a result of your disability, you can request reasonable accommodations by emailing us at [email protected] .

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).

_This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. Therefore, for applicants who are not asylees, refugees, lawful permanent residents or U.S. Citizens (i.e., not a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), otherwise known as a U.S. Person), final offers will be contingent on the ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government._

Additional Information

GE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/22-088\_EEOC\_KnowYourRights\_10\_20.pdf) . 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:** Yes

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.