Job Description Summary

A NDT Technician- FPI is responsible for conducting inspections and assessments of RPCA parts without causing damage to the tested items. NDT Technician-FPI will perform non-destructive tests, in particular florescent penetrant inspection, according to established RPCA procedures, standards, and guidelines. NDT Technician-FPI will ensure the accuracy and reliability of testing procedures by adhering to quality assurance and quality control standards.

Job Description

About GE Aerospace
Are you ready to elevate your future? You'll be warmly welcomed at GE Aerospace where 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. You'll learn and achieve as part of an on- going LEAN transformation. And, most importantly, you'll share in our pride and purpose that affects the lives of millions around the world.

Working at our Asheville Facilities
Our Asheville campus is the career home for people who share a commitment to learning, achieving and collaboration. The campus includes a facility for production of highly complex rotating parts engineered for commercial and military aircraft engines. In addition, our Ceramic Matrix Composites facility produces high-tech, more efficient components to power the worlds
aircraft engines of tomorrow. With a product mix including shafts, seals, retainers, and discs, we're bringing quality to enhance commercial, military, marine and industrial engine performance.

Essential Functions/Responsibilities:

• Perform non-destructive testing (including Florescent Penetrant Inspection - FPI) of RPCA materials
• Interpret results of FPI in accordance with quality procedures, process planning, and special process instructions.
• Determine part acceptability relative to quality requirements and prepare reports/ documentation as necessary
• Set-up, calibrate, and maintain non-destructive equipment as necessary
• Must complete all required compliance training
• Must complete all EHS training and participate in safety and quality audits
• Must be an active contributing member of a high-performance self-directed work team
• Participation in Tier Meetings/Shift Startups & handoffs
• Embrace continuous improvement and assist with Lean initiatives in your area
• Demonstrate teaming culture and positive culture of GE Aerospace Asheville
• Ability and willingness to cross train in other manufacturing or inspection areas of the RPCA plant to meet business needs
• Proficiency with computer applications (Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word, shop floor applications, etc.)
• Strong documentation skills to record operations and data
• Maintain Inspection qualification (Visual, NDT, CMM)
• Ability to work overtime (OT) and flex schedule as needed to meet business needs.
• Sets the example for leadership behaviors (humility, transparency, and focus).
• Communication Skills: effectively gives and receives written, verbal, and non-verbal information.
• Leadership: Ability to provide clarity and assistance; shares knowledge and is well respected by team member
• Learning skills: ability to learn and grasp new information and concepts quickly and accurately.
• Maturity of Judgment: accepts responsibilities for and learns from consequences of actions and decisions.
• Organization & Time Management: ability to manage time effectively, prioritize tasks, set goals, and develop systems for achieving those goals
• Change Management: Solicit and seek feedback to improve current processes.
• Be a proactive problem solver and analytical thinker.

Basic Qualifications/Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Ability to complete required training curriculum to achieve L1 & L2 NDE status
• Ability to pass eyesight acuity requirements and color vision perception test
• Minimum 1 year of Quality Inspection or machinist experience or equivalent certification
• Follow all safety and EHS policies and procedures
• Follow all GE and regulatory requirements

Desired Qualifications:

• Flexibility to work all shifts on a temporary basis to meet business needs (ex. training, temporary coverage, etc.)
• Ability and willingness to balance multiple priorities
• Ability to apply logic to processes and results
• Demonstrated leadership and organizational skills
• Participation in improvement events/ activities
• Commitment to workplace safety (of self and others), quality and integrity of work performed
• Willingness to train other Quality Assurance Specialist employees and cross train when needed
• Ability to manage time and multiple projects in addition to normal job duties
• Ability to work overtime (OT)

Here are just a few of the best reasons you will want to consider us:
• Do work with a real purpose helping to solve the global challenge of how the world flies more sustainably.
• Be a part of a global workforce of diverse backgrounds, perspectives, ideas, and experiences where everyone feels supported and respected.
• Earn merit-based rewards and incentives.
• Work in a climate-controlled building out of the elements.
• Have opportunities for continuous learning and development.

This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. Therefore, for applicants who are not asylees, refugees, lawful permanent residents or U.S. Citizens (i.e., not a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), otherwise known as a U.S. Person), final offers will be contingent on the ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.

Additional Information

GE 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).

Relocation Assistance Provided: No