GE Aerospace Electrical & Electronic Engineering - 12 Month Placement, Cheltenham

GE Aerospace Electrical & Electronic Engineering – 12 Month Placement, Cheltenham

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Job Description Summary

In the 12-month Electrical & Electronic Engineering Placement, you\’ll gain invaluable skills and experience in covering all aspects of electrical and electronic engineering.

About GE Aerospace

Are you ready to see your future take flight? At GE Aerospace, we are advancing aviation technologies for today and tomorrow. Your work will contribute to the production of advanced jet engines, components, and integrated systems that power commercial and military aircraft. You’ll be part of a team that embraces your drive, your curiosity, and your unique ideas and perspectives. Most importantly, you’ll share in our pride and purpose that affects the lives of millions around the world!

Roles And Responsibilities

In the 12-month Electrical & Electronic Engineering Placement, you\\\’ll gain invaluable skills and experience within the Test System Department or Electronic Hardware Department.

• Test System Department: designs and develops state of the art custom test hardware and software, test harnesses and documentation for all up-and-coming avionics products. Works with third party manufacturing houses to produce TE to requirements. Designs and manufactures test boxes, breakout boxes and test cables to support NPI development.
• Electronic Hardware Department: apply digital and analogue knowledge to active projects and gain experience in design and development activities related to power distribution and control products.

You will be guided by structured goals and objectives and will have responsibility to deliver on inspiring projects supported by your People Leader and team. You will receive coaching and mentoring and opportunities to connect with other placement students across the UK. These opportunities are offered at our Cheltenham site.

Location

With over 1,600 employees, Cheltenham is one of the largest GE Aerospace sites outside the USA and a major contributor to the local economy. Our Cheltenham site focuses on the design, development and manufacture of state-of-the-art aircraft power distribution and avionics systems. Our customers include all major aerospace manufacturers supporting commercial, business jet and military applications.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Currently studying an Electrical/Electronic Engineering related Bachelor’s or integrated Master’s degree
• On course to achieve 2:1 degree or above
• Penultimate year of study and returning to education post placement

Desired Characteristics

• Able to roll up your sleeves and get involved in projects
• Organised & able to work towards deadlines
• Inspired and curious to learn
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Able to take ownership for projects
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Able to work as part of a team

Total Reward

Our flexible benefits plan, called FlexChoice, gives freedom, choice, and flexibility in how you receive benefits, with opportunities to save. The default benefits for new joiners include:

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

Recruitment Process

As part of our recruitment process, you will be required to submit an initial CV application. Stages may include a video interview, testing and MS Teams online interview. Our recruitment team will be in touch at every stage. When asked for a preferred location, please indicate Electronic Hardware Department or Test Systems Department.

If you require adjustments to the process, please email UKEarly.Careers@geaerospace.com.

Please note our applications will close on Friday 31st October, but may close earlier depending on volumes. Apply promptly to avoid disappointment. Submit only one application. We will consider you for other opportunities where appropriate.

Security Clearance

Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance is required and must be maintained. If BPSS clearance cannot be obtained, you may not be eligible for the role and/or any offer may be withdrawn on grounds of national security. See BPSS for details.

Right to Work

Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered. However, under UK rules, candidates who do not currently have the right to work may not be appointed if a suitably qualified candidate requiring no sponsorship is available. Sponsorship is not available for our Early Careers opportunities. Placement roles are a pipeline for graduate roles, so permanent right to work is required.

Location and Opportunities

Placements available at GE Aerospace Cheltenham and related opportunities.