Component Engineer

Job title:

Component Engineer

Company

General Electric

Job description

Job Description Summary We are seeking a Component Engineer who thrives on making a strong personal contribution and who is motivated to help make the organisation a little better every day. You want to deliver – for our customers, for the business and for yourself.We have an opportunity to join our Component Engineering Team within the Sustainment Group, in supporting the component selection for new programmes, production and aftermarket support.. As a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual, you would join our team in Cheltenham, solving problems with components used from design to aftermarket.You’ll be a self-starter, enjoy working with others or on your own initiative and always seeking to be forward thinking and going the extra mile to help us maintain our excellent service. You’ll also be keen to grow and to seek out new challenges and knowledge whilst in turn gaining more responsibility and seniority.Job DescriptionRoles and Responsibilities

• Identify and work closely with the Hardware Engineering development teams to assist with the selection of electronic components from preferred strategic sources.
• Create and maintain electronic and electromechanical components records in Company databases.
• Research, review and obtain technical documentation for components.
• Approve new components for usage in System applications in the Defence and Aerospace Industry.
• Provide technical support to our Supply Chain with obsolescence issues, recommendation of alternative parts and end of life resolutions.
• Review product change notices from component manufacturers and liaise with design and Sustainment Teams to minimize the impact to the business.
• Support the programs on topics such as uprating, qualification, anti-counterfeit, COTS assemblies, atmospheric radiation, obsolescence, long term storage, and lead-free.
• Working effectively with multiple departments throughout the business will be key to your success and you will build relationships with colleagues across Supply Chain and Quality to act as a link between them and the engineering community.

Required Qualifications

• You will be qualified to HNC or above in an electronic discipline or have an equivalent relevant level of experience and knowledge of components.

Desired CharacteristicsYou will need to be a good team player who is capable of operating in a multi discipline environment, but equally capable of working on your own with an analytical approach and keen attention to detail. You will have strong organisational and communication skills, be energetic and self-motivated, with an ability to self-manage tasks and priorities.Flexible WorkingGE supports and encourages flexible working arrangements, where possible, and recognises the benefits to employees of having a positive work-life balance.Total RewardAt GE Aviation we understand the importance of Total Reward. Our flexible benefits plan, called FlexChoice, gives you freedom, choice and flexibility in the way you receive your benefits, as well as giving you the opportunity to make savings where possible.As a new joiner to GE we are pleased to be able to offer you the following as default in your benefit fund, which you then can tailor to meet your individual needs;

• Non-contributory Pension
• Life Assurance
• Group income protection
• Private medical cover
• Holiday Hourly equivalent of 26 days, with flexible option to buy or sell

Security ClearanceBaseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance is required and must be maintained for this role. Please note that in the event that BPSS clearance cannot be obtained, you may not be eligible for the role and/or any offer of employment may be withdrawn on grounds of national security. Please see the link below for further details regarding the requirements for BPSS clearance:Right to WorkApplications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. However, under the applicable UK immigration rules as may be in place from time to time, it may be that candidates who do not currently have the right to work in the UK may not be appointed to a post if a suitably qualified, experienced and skilled candidate who does not require sponsorship is available to take up the post. For further information please visit theAdditional InformationRelocation Assistance Provided: No

Expected salary

Location

Cheltenham, Gloucestershire

Job date

Fri, 19 Jul 2024 22:32:58 GMT

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