Job Description

Join our dynamic team at GE Aerospace as a Calibration Specialist, where you’ll play a pivotal role in ensuring the precision and reliability of critical test instrumentation. Reporting to the Calibration Lead, you’ll manage the calibration, maintenance, and troubleshooting of both standard commercial tools and custom-engineered GE systems. This position spans multiple engineering fields, including electronics, mechanics, pressure measurement, and optics, offering hands-on experience with diverse testing apparatus. Expect a fast-paced environment that demands adaptability, multitasking, and quick shifts in focus to meet evolving project needs.

Core Responsibilities

• Execute precise calibrations and repairs on a wide array of off-the-shelf and proprietary GE equipment, adhering to established protocols.
• Conduct in-depth technical analyses to identify and resolve calibration discrepancies.
• Document all activities meticulously, from planning and execution to final reporting, while leveraging digital tools for efficient workflow management.
• Collaborate across teams to support calibration efforts in electronic, mechanical, optical, and barometric domains.
• Prioritize and adapt to fluctuating workloads, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality results.

Essential Skills and Qualifications

We’re seeking a proactive professional with a blend of technical expertise and interpersonal strengths. Key requirements include:

• A foundational qualification in Electrical or Electronics Engineering (e.g., ONC level or equivalent), or proven hands-on experience in a similar field.
• Solid background in metrology principles and practices.
• Proficiency in calibrating electrical, electronic, optical, and mechanical components.
• Strong analytical mindset with exceptional attention to detail for accurate diagnostics.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities to tackle complex technical challenges.
• Effective communication skills for clear reporting and team interactions.
• Comfortable navigating enterprise software for data entry, tracking, and analysis.
• Organizational prowess to handle multiple assignments independently, with a self-driven approach to task prioritization.

Ideal candidates thrive in collaborative, multidisciplinary settings, bringing enthusiasm for innovation in engineering and technology while maintaining a team-oriented spirit.

Preferred Experience

Prior exposure to calibration in aerospace or high-precision industries is a plus. Familiarity with GE-specific systems or advanced metrology tools will set you apart.

Rewards and Work-Life Balance

At GE Aerospace, we prioritize your well-being and professional growth through comprehensive perks:

• Flexible Arrangements: We promote adaptable schedules to foster a healthy work-life harmony, tailoring options to your needs where feasible.
• Total Rewards Package: Our customizable FlexChoice program empowers you to select benefits that align with your lifestyle, including potential tax savings. New team members start with:
• Employer-matched pension scheme (non-contributory base).
• Life insurance coverage.
• Income protection benefits.
• Access to private healthcare services.
• 26 days’ annual leave (pro-rated for hourly roles), plus options to buy/sell extra days.

Eligibility and Security Requirements

This role demands adherence to UK security standards:

• Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS): Successful applicants must obtain and sustain BPSS clearance. Failure to meet this may impact eligibility or lead to offer withdrawal for national security reasons. Learn more about BPSS requirements here.
• Right to Work in the UK: We welcome applications from those needing visa sponsorship, evaluated fairly against all candidates. Note that UK immigration rules may prioritize non-sponsored applicants if equally qualified. For details on visas and eligibility, visit the UK Visas and Immigration portal.

Next Steps

No relocation support is available for this position. Ready to calibrate your career with GE Aerospace? Apply today and contribute to cutting-edge aerospace solutions.

GE Aerospace is committed to fostering an inclusive environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to protected characteristics