Job Description Summary

GE Cheltenham is recruiting for an Electronic Repair Technician to join us in Cheltenham, supporting the delivery of high-quality maintenance, repair, and overhaul services for critical aerospace components. This role will be based at our Cheltenham site.

At GE Aerospace, we invent the future of flight, lift people up, and bring them home safely. We are a world-leading provider of jet engines, components, and integrated systems for commercial and military aircraft.

We attract, develop, and retain industry-leading talent from all backgrounds, and we cultivate an environment where people are respected, empowered, and able to reach their fullest potential.

For our people in Cheltenham, work is more than just a job - it is passion and purpose. We work and win as one team, accountable to each other and our customers, always finding a better way to climb higher together. We were meant to fly.

Job Description

As a Repair Technician in our Cheltenham Aftermarket environment, you will be responsible for the repair, modification, and overhaul of electronic avionic assemblies and printed circuit boards, supporting a range of civil and military customers.

This role requires strong technical fault-finding skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to quality, compliance, and traceability throughout the repair process. It is a hands-on, technically challenging position within an operational environment focused on quality, safety, and customer satisfaction. We are looking for team players who embrace problem solving, process compliance, and continuous improvement.

Essential Responsibilities

• Diagnose faults to component level and carry out repairs as required.

• Operate manual and automated test equipment to support fault diagnosis and verification.

• Support engineering and quality investigations, as well as project work, when required.

• Follow detailed technical instructions and interpret complex digital and analogue electronic circuit diagrams.

• Complete all required documentation accurately, ensuring traceability, compliance, and process adherence are maintained at all times.

Qualifications / Requirements

• Proven experience in the fault diagnosis, testing, and repair of electronic components.

• Demonstrated ability to use technical manuals, engineering drawings, and supporting documentation to carry out diagnostic and repair activities.

• Minimum of ONC qualification, completed apprenticeship, or equivalent level of knowledge and practical experience.

• Good PC literacy and ability to use relevant systems and software.

Desired Characteristics

• Collaborative team player with an inclusive and respectful approach.

• Strong manual dexterity and practical technical skills.

• High level of attention to detail.

• Good verbal communication skills.

• Able to work independently and use own initiative.

• Experience working in a Part 145 environment.

• Able to manage a varied workload and handle multiple tasks effectively.

• Demonstrates strong personal integrity.

Flexible Working

GE Aerospace supports and encourages flexible working arrangements, where possible, and recognises the benefits to employees of having a positive work-life balance.

Total Reward

At GE Aerospace 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;

• 12% 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 Clearance

Baseline 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: BPSS

Right to Work

Applications 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 the UK Visas and Immigration website.

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