Job Description
Role Summary/Purpose
This position covers all engineering disciplines and exposes you to a variety of mechanical, electrical, and electronic systems, as well as goods and technology.
The Test Systems Support Engineer works as part of the Sustainment Engineering team, providing life-cycle technical support for test systems utilised in the manufacture, engineering, systems testing, and qualification of aircraft products and components.
Job Description.
Working in engineering and production contexts, the engineer will be able to diagnose mechanical, electrical, and electronic faults, as well as identify design improvements to increase reliability and performance.
The function necessitates a close working connection with the technical team, the capacity to manage many activities, and the flexibility to adapt to shifting priorities while still meeting task completion commitments.
Key Activities
Respond to test equipment failures using the business’s ‘failure’ workflow ticket system.
Conduct technical inquiries into equipment breakdowns. Prepare failure reports and educate business stakeholders.
Support root cause analysis (FRACAS) with the engineering team.
Purchase and manage replacement and spare parts.
Develop and communicate maintenance plans with company stakeholders.
Collaborate with outsourced providers to support preventative and reactive maintenance efforts.
Encourage process and material cost reduction strategies.
Maintain compliance with necessary rules and company practices.
Identify design enhancements and collaborate with the engineering team to implement them.
Support design and change reviews.
Support the verification of new equipment to confirm its fit for service.
Qualifications & Requirements
You will be a self-motivated team player with strong communication and influence abilities.
Ideally, you will have completed a City and Guilds qualification in a related area and have demonstrated experience in a manufacturing or engineering environment.
GE supports and encourages flexible working arrangements whenever possible, and understands the benefits of a healthy work-life balance for workers.
At GE Aviation, we recognise the importance of Total Reward. Our flexible benefits plan, FlexChoice, allows you freedom, choice, and flexibility in how you receive your benefits while also allowing you to save money where possible. As a new GE employee, we are glad to be able to offer you the following as default in your benefit fund, which you can then adjust to meet your unique needs;
- Non-contributory Pension.
- Life Assurance
- Income protection for the entire group
- Private medical coverage.
- Holiday Hourly equivalent of 26 days, with the flexibility to buy or sell.
Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance is necessary and must be maintained for this position. Please keep in mind that if you are unable to receive BPSS clearance, you may be ineligible for the position, and any offer of employment may be rescinded for national security reasons. Please visit the link below for further information on the requirements for BPSS clearance. BPSS
Applicants from job seekers requiring sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be reviewed alongside all other applicants. However, under the applicable UK immigration rules, candidates who do not currently have the right to work in the UK may be denied an appointment if a suitably qualified, experienced, and skilled candidate who does not require sponsorship is available to fill the position. For more information, please visit the UK Visas and Immigration page.
Additional Information
Relocation assistance provided: Yes.