Job Description SummaryPlans, lays out, fabricates, assembles, and wires a wide variety of prototype electrical and electronic instruments, apparatus, and experimental equipment. This role supports development activities by producing high-quality prototype hardware and assemblies that meet customer requirements, engineering intent, and applicable industry standards.Position Hours: This role follows a 9/80 schedule; Monday - Thursday hours are 7-4pm, every other Friday is an 8 hour shift, and off the next Friday. Overtime is uncapped.Job DescriptionKey ResponsibilitiesPlan the sequence of operations, set up work, and select the tools, materials, and equipment required for complex prototype fabrication assignments.Work from sketches, schematics, wiring diagrams, detailed drawings, samples, and verbal instructions to determine materials, parts, layouts, and fabrication methods.Fabricate, assemble, and modify chassis, panels, circuits, brackets, mounting hardware, and other prototype components.Install wiring, terminate electrical connections, and fabricate coaxial, multiconductor, fiber optic, and power cables.Terminate, test, and modify telephone and computer system wiring as required.Set up, program, and operate computer-controlled assembly, wiring, and lettering equipment.Build micro-miniature circuits using hand assembly methods and precision assembly equipment.Perform sandblasting, painting, lettering, and finishing operations as required.Conduct electrical and dimensional inspections and checks to verify conformance to specifications and tolerances.Prepare and maintain fabrication documentation, job records, and files.Interface with project customers and explain fabrication methods, progress, and technical considerations.Inventory, store, and maintain shop supplies, tools, materials, and work areas.Equipment and Tools UsedWork may involve the use of:Precision measuring and test instruments, including multimeters, continuity testers, coil turns testers, and digital micrometersDrill press, band saw, table saw, shears, grinders, punch press, crane, sand blaster, arbor press, and reciprocating sawSoldering irons, wire wrap guns, hand tools, and specialized fabrication toolsPaint spray equipment, vapor degreasing equipment, and soldering equipmentLadders, scaffolds, and other support equipmentMaterials UsedWork may involve a wide variety of materials and components, including:Integrated circuits, transistors, resistors, capacitors, printed circuit boards, transformers, meters, and variacsWire, cable, connectors, insulation, cabinets, screws, nuts, bolts, and other hardwarePaints, epoxies, resins, varnishes, solvents, solder, flux, RTV, adhesives, tapes, and cleaning chemicalsSheet metal, epoxy glass, plexiglass, fiberglass, textolite, mica, foils, amorphous metals, ceramics, fiber optics, and microminiature componentsResponsibility and CollaborationCoordinates work with coworkers, engineering personnel, supervision, and project customers as needed.Work StandardsPerform all operations to close electrical and mechanical tolerances.Ensure finished work meets customer requirements, engineering specifications, and accepted industry standards.Maintain orderly work areas and equipment through strong housekeeping practices.Follow all applicable safety, quality, and operating requirements.Preferred Skills and CharacteristicsStrong mechanical and electrical fabrication abilityAbility to interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and verbal instructionsSkill in precision assembly, wiring, testing, and troubleshootingAttention to detail and ability to work to close tolerancesAbility to manage multiple materials, tools, and fabrication methods in a prototype environmentStrong communication and customer-interface skillsMinimum QualificationsHigh school diploma or equivalentThe hourly pay range for this position $45.07 - 52.52 USD (US) per hour. The specific hourly rate offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s experience, their education, and the work location. This posting is expected to close on December 31st 2026.Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness.General Electric Company, Ropcor, Inc., their successors, and in some cases their affiliates, each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a “Sponsor”). Each Sponsor reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a Sponsor’s welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.This role may encounter high risk or hazardous operations and/or include working shifts beyond a standard workweek. As such, a requirement of the role is to be at least 18 years of age by the time of joining. Additional InformationGE 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). Employees may also be subject to random and reasonable-suspicion drug and alcohol testing.Relocation Assistance Provided: No