Military DoD SkillBridge Program - Manufacturing Operations Associate

Job Description Summary

The Military DoD SkillBridge program is an opportunity for Service members to gain valuable civilian work experience through specific industry training, apprenticeships, or internships during the last 180 days of service. SkillBridge connects Service members with industry partners in real-world job experiences under Dept. of Defense Instruction 1322.29. Separating Service members can be granted up to 180 days of permissive duty to focus solely on training full-time with approved industry partners after unit commander (first O-4/Field Grade commander in chain of command) provides written authorization and approval. GE Aerospace as a SkillBridge partner offers real-world training and work experience in in-demand fields of work while having the opportunity to evaluate the Service member’s suitability for the work. Military DoD SkillBridge participants are not eligible for compensation from GE Aerospace, as they continue to receive military compensation and benefits as active-duty service members.

Job Description

For more than 70 years our manufacturing facilities in Vermont have helped fuel the growth and success of GE Aerospace. With over 500,000 square feet of manufacturing space across two sites, we have an advanced mix of machinery and technologies allowing us to be a world-class compressor airfoil manufacturer. Rutland’s products are featured in nearly every GE Aerospace engine line, securing a foundation in Vermont for years to come!

You could be a strong military fit for this role if you have hands-on experience in a motor pool, maintenance shop, armory, or flight line.

Roles and Responsibilities:
Production tasks may include the set up and/or operation of production machining equipment such as:
•    Computer Numerical Control (CNC) machines 
•    Broaches
•    Forming presses
•    Batch operations
•    Benching operations
As well as other responsibilities as assigned.

In this role, you will operate in accordance with rigorous quality and safety practices and procedures. You will be assigned a training plan, which will outline which skill(s) you will initially learn.

Minimum Requirements:

•    Active Military personnel on their last 180 days of Military service
•    High school diploma /GED
•    Must have one year of manufacturing or military experience
•    Must be able to follow written and verbal instructions

Desired Characteristics:
•    Associate's degree or above, Certified Production Technician certification, Vo-tech training or related coursework

•    Strong communication skills
•    Troubleshooting/problem solving skills
•    Excellent attendance
•    Ability to produce error-free products

This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. Therefore, employment will be contingent upon the ability to prove that you meet the status of a U.S. Person as one of the following: U.S. lawful permanent resident, U.S. Citizen, have been granted asylee or refugee status (i.e., a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)).

Additional Information

GE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. 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.

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: No