Military DoD SkillBridge Program - Mechanical Component Engineer

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Loves Park, IL, USA
In-Office
Entry level
Aerospace • Energy
The Role
Participate on product teams designing and supporting aerospace airframe and engine components. Create CAD models and drawings, support testing and production, develop test procedures/fixtures, troubleshoot test equipment, collaborate with manufacturing and suppliers, and ensure compliance with engineering standards and regulations.
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Job Description SummaryThe Military DoD SkillBridge program is an opportunity for Service members to gain valuable civilian work experience through specific industry training, apprenticeships, or internships during the last 180 days of service. SkillBridge connects Service members with industry partners in real-world job experiences under Dept. of Defense Instruction 1322.29. Separating Service members can be granted up to 180 days of permissive duty to focus solely on training full-time with approved industry partners after unit commander (first O-4/Field Grade commander in chain of command) provides written authorization and approval. GE Aerospace as a Skill Bridge partner offers real-world training and work experience in in-demand fields of work while having the opportunity to evaluate the Service member’s suitability for the work. Military DoD SkillBridge participants are not eligible for compensation from GE Aerospace, as they continue to receive military compensation and benefits as active-duty service members.

Job Description

You’ll be part of a highly technical team designing and supporting aerospace airframe and engine components for commercial and military customers. This role offers hands-on experience in new product development, production support, and testing, while collaborating across functions to deliver high-quality solutions.

Potential Focus Areas:

  • Participate in Integrated Product Teams to deliver on-time designs from concept to production release.
  • Define opportunities to automate processes and develop solutions.
  • Collaborate with manufacturing and suppliers to ensure cost-effective designs.
  • Create detailed part layouts, assemblies, and drawings using Windchill PLM and SolidWorks CAD systems.
  • Support design, analysis, and testing of GE Aerospace products, including pneumatic valves, electromechanical valves and actuators.
  • Develop test procedures, fixtures, and review test requirements for assigned projects.
  • Troubleshoot and improve production test equipment.
  • Ensure compliance with engineering standards, specifications, and government/commercial regulations.

Potential Skill Achievements:

  • SolidWorks CAD and Windchill PLM.
  • Learn GD&T, ASME standards, and aerospace design/testing requirements.
  • Experience with castings, machining processes, and aviation pneumatic/hydraulic valves.
  • Familiarity with AS9100, Lean principles, and Six Sigma methodologies.
  • Learn LabVIEW programming for testing applications.
  • Develop strong oral and written communication skills.
  • Experience work in a team environment and across functions.
  • Learn tollgate processes and FAR certifications (FAR 25, FAR 33).

Qualifications / Requirements:

  • Active Military personnel on their last 180 days of Military service

Desired Characteristics:

  • Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems.
  • Comfortable with hands-on activities, including troubleshooting mechanical/electrical equipment.
  • Engineering degree or planned pursuit

Why Join GE Aerospace?
Be part of a respected team developing high-reliability mechanical products for the aerospace industry. Gain valuable experience in product design, testing, and manufacturing while contributing to innovative solutions that support commercial and military customers.

This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. Therefore, employment will be contingent upon the ability to prove that you meet the status of a U.S. Person as one of the following: U.S. lawful permanent resident, U.S. Citizen, have been granted asylee or refugee status (i.e., a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)).

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). Employees may also be subject to random and reasonable-suspicion drug and alcohol testing.


Relocation Assistance Provided: No

Skills Required

  • Active military personnel in last 180 days of service
  • U.S. Person status (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, asylee or refugee) for access to export-controlled information
  • Legally authorized to work in the United States
  • Successful completion of a drug screen
  • Engineering degree or actively pursuing an engineering degree
  • Comfortable with hands-on troubleshooting of mechanical and electrical equipment
  • Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems

GE Aerospace Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about GE Aerospace and has not been reviewed or approved by GE Aerospace.

  • Healthcare Strength Health coverage spans medical, dental, vision, prescription drugs, behavioral health support, and some on‑site healthcare options. Wellbeing programs emphasize physical, emotional, and social support and are often characterized as part of a top‑notch package.
  • Retirement Support Retirement programs include a 401(k) with company contributions, long‑term financial planning tools, and vesting provisions. Legacy pension benefits remain for eligible employees despite the plan being frozen.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Time‑off offerings include paid vacation, holidays, sick time, personal days, and flexible work arrangements, with permissive PTO noted for some salaried roles. Family support includes generous parental leave and adoption assistance.

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