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GE Aerospace

Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I) Maintenance Technician – Aerospace

Newark, NJ · On-site · Mid

Discipline
Manufacturing
Industry
Aerospace
Constraints
Citizenship required by contract

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Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I) Maintenance Technician – Aerospace role in Newark, US, focused on electrical/instrumentation maintenance in aerospace manufacturing; requires 5+ years in industrial E&I, US citizenship for security clearance; full‑time with benefits.

5+ years · High School Diploma/GED or Technical diploma/associate degree/apprenticeship

Required

  • Electrical/Instrumentation or related field
  • industrial E&I maintenance experience
  • instrument calibrations
  • DAQ systems/PLC/DCS controls
  • calibration skills for field devices and control loops
  • electrical instrumentation and control systems
  • strong troubleshooting skills

Preferred

  • experience in aerospace/regulated environments
  • AS9100/AS9110 familiarity
  • experience with PLCs, VFDs, DAQ systems
  • team player with ownership
  • security clearance readiness

Benefits

  • medical
  • 401k
  • tuition assistance
  • paid time off
  • disability insurance
  • life insurance
  • adoption assistance

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Employer description

Job Description SummaryElectrical & Instrumentation (E&I) Maintenance Technician – Aerospace Manufacturing

Join a team building the future of flight
Are you an experienced maintenance professional who enjoys solving technical problems, keeping critical equipment running, and working hands-on in a high-performance manufacturing environment? We’re looking for an Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I) Maintenance Technician to help support advanced aerospace manufacturing operations focused on next-generation Aerospace technologies.

Job DescriptionKey Responsibilities:

What you’ll do

As an E&I Maintenance Technician, you will support a wide range of production and facility equipment with a strong focus on electrical systems, instrumentation, controls, and overall equipment reliability.

Instrumentation & Controls

Calibrate and maintain process instrumentation including temperature, pressure, vacuum, flow, pH, and gas detection devicesTroubleshoot and repair process instrumentation, electrical systems, and related manufacturing equipmentInstall and support instrumentation devices, field wiring, and control system componentsAssist with DAQ systems, PLC-based controls, PC-based control systems, and field I/ODiagnose faults using tools such as multimeters, loop calibrators, and other electrical/instrumentation test equipmentRead and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, P&IDs, PLC I/O lists, and equipment manualsGeneral Maintenance

Perform maintenance on production equipment, furnaces, utilities, and facility systemsInstall, replace, and repair components such as motors, pumps, drives, belts, filters, gears, chains, and valvesTroubleshoot and repair mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical issuesSupport equipment installation activities, including utility hookups, alignment, and levelingApply cross-functional maintenance skills to help keep operations running smoothly
Reliability, Root Cause & Continuous Improvement

Help identify and eliminate equipment issues to improve uptime, reliability, and process performanceParticipate in Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and Process Hazard Analysis (PHA) effortsPartner with operators, engineers, process owners, and maintenance teammates to solve problems quickly and effectivelyRecommend improvements to instrumentation, maintenance practices, and equipment performanceRespond to issues with urgency to minimize production downtimeDocumentation & Asset Management

Accurately document maintenance work; Complete work orders, calibration records, maintenance history, and required paperwork on timeMaintain clear, organized records of repairs, inspections, and completed maintenance activitiesSafety, Compliance & Work Environment

Follow all Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) requirements, including LOTO, permits, and risk assessmentsWork in compliance with applicable electrical codes, aerospace quality requirements, and site proceduresSafely work in an industrial environment that may include noise, heights, confined spaces, and varying shiftsSupport contractor activity as needed, including permits, technical guidance, and equipment isolationComplete all required company, regulatory, and site-specific trainingSupport overtime and weekend coverage when needed to meet business demands

Qualifications:

Technical diploma or High School Diploma, associate degree, or apprenticeship in Electrical/Instrumentation or equivalent certificationAt least five (5) years industrial E&I maintenance (manufacturing, processing plant, utilities, or lab environment etc.) performing instrument calibrations and equipment maintenance.Must have strong electrical, instrumentation and related calibration skills for field devices and control loops.Ability to speak, read, and write in EnglishGood verbal and written communication skillsGood math skillsMust be well-organized with good attention to detailDisplay strong work ethics and positive attitudeAdaptable and dependable with ability to follow direction and work cooperation with othersProblem-solving, teamwork, ability to work independentlyMust maintain a helpful and professional attitude and appearanceMust be US citizen and obtain security clearance.

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Required Qualifications:
High School Diploma/GED from an accredited school or institution, or Technical diploma, associate degree, apprenticeship, or equivalent certification in Electrical, Instrumentation, Industrial Maintenance, or a related fieldMinimum 5 years of industrial E&I maintenance experience in manufacturing, processing, utilities, laboratory, or similar industrial environmentsU.S. citizenship and ability to obtain required security clearance
Desired Characteristics:

Experience working in aerospace advanced manufacturing, thermal processing, or highly regulated industrial environmentsFamiliarity with PLC/DCS systems, VFDs, DAQ systems, and industrial control systemsExperience supporting furnaces, process equipment, or utility systemsWorking knowledge of AS9100/AS9110, calibration practices, and quality system requirementsA strong troubleshooter who can analyze issues and take actionDependable, adaptable, and willing to step in where neededA team player with a positive, professional attitudeFocused and organized, with a strong sense of ownershipTransparent and collaborative, sharing information clearly and constructivelyHumble: respectful, receptive, agile, eager to learn​Transparent: shares critical information, speaks with candor, contributes constructively​Focused: quick learner, strategically prioritizes work, committed ​Leadership ability: strong communicator, decision-maker, collaborative​Problem solver: analytical-minded, challenges existing processes, critical thinker
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GE Aerospace offers comprehensive benefits and programs to support your health and, along with programs like HealthAhead, your physical, emotional, financial and social wellbeing. Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach from GE Aerospace; and the Employee Assistance Program, which provides 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan, a 401(k) savings plan 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. ​

GE Aerospace (General Electric Company or the Company) and its 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 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 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

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