Advanced Lead TE Sustainment Engineer

Job Description Summary

An opportunity has arisen for an Advanced Lead Test Systems Sustainment Engineer Electrical Hardware) in the Power, Displays and Controllers Test Systems Group. As an Advanced Lead Engineer, you will be responsible for the delivery of Test Equipment into the production environment, along with associated documentation and spares. This specific role will also include the responsibility to lead the development of an appropriate Obsolescence Strategy for Test Equipment.

Job Description

As an Advanced Lead Engineer, you will be responsible for the delivery of Test Equipment into the production environment, along with associated documentation and spares. This specific role will also include the responsibility to lead the development of an appropriate Obsolescence Strategy for Test Equipment.

You will demonstrate good people leadership skills, provide technical updates, advice, and guidance to all stakeholders, whilst managing all risk associated with the delivery of the Test Equipment.

• Responsible for the transition of Test Equipment and supporting documentation from the Engineering Department to the Supply Chain end user.
• Accountable for addressing all reliability and yield related projects to enhance performance of the Test Equipment during and after the transition.
• Provide technical advice to the Test Systems NPI and Sustainment teams.
• Able to work safely in Engineering Lab Space.
• Mentor junior/less experienced engineers.
• Participate as a presenter or reviewer in technical and program reviews.
• Provide timely communications on significant issues or developments.
• Adhere to Quality Management Systems processes and procedures.
• Develop and maintain an appropriate obsolescence strategy for all Test Equipment in Supply Chain ownership.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Batchelor's degree/HND in Electrical/Electronic Engineering discipline
• Technical leadership experience
• Basic Project Management skills
• Experience with configuration/change management tools
• Debugging/fault finding skills
• Hardware/Software integration experience
• Experience mentoring less experience engineers
• Excellent communication skills to team, peers, and all levels of management

Desired Characteristics

• NPI process knowledge/experience
• Test Systems Sustainment process knowledge/experience
• Familiar with highly regulated Quality Management System(s)
• Good people skills and a firm interest in developing engineers.
• An appetite to drive Continuous Improvement initiatives and invest in process development/refinement.

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

At 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

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

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.

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes