Military DoD SkillBridge Internship - Test Technician

About the role

The Military DoD SkillBridge program lets active-duty Service members gain civilian work experience through industry training, apprenticeships or internships during the last 180 days of service. GE Aerospace, as a SkillBridge partner, offers real-world training and work experience in its On Wing Support test facility in Pittsburgh, PA, which tests GE and CFM commercial engines. Participants are not paid by GE Aerospace because they continue to receive military pay and benefits.

Key responsibilities

• Perform shipping and receiving, prepping, de-prepping, inspection and testing of aircraft engines according to Standard Work and technical references.
• Carry out engine testing, maintenance, inspection and troubleshooting procedures in line with Standard Work, repair station manuals and GE policies.
• Partner with EHS, quality, engineering, planning and materials teams on operational initiatives.
• Follow Aircraft Maintenance Manuals, Engine Shop Manuals, Illustrated Parts Catalogs and the site's Repair Station and Quality Control Manual.
• Document work and book time in the site's ERP software, and help with shop and housekeeping duties.
• Work flexible shifts including nights, weekends and holidays, and travel to remote international locations for initial training.

Required profile

• Active military personnel on their last 180 days of service.
• High school diploma / GED and more than 1 year of mechanical experience.
• Federal Aviation Administration Powerplant Mechanic certification.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment and to handle export-controlled information (must be able to prove U.S. person status).

Required skills

• Previous commercial high-bypass turbofan engine testing experience (prepping, de-prepping, test cell or on-wing testing, line maintenance, engine changes, LRU removal and installation, troubleshooting).
• Knowledge of borescope inspection and equipment operation (fork truck, overhead crane, transporter and tug).
• SAP, Oasis or similar ERP software (desirable).