Military DoD SkillBridge Program - Mechanical Component Engineer

About the Role

The Military DoD SkillBridge program offers Service members the opportunity to gain valuable civilian work experience through industry training, apprenticeships, or internships during the last 180 days of service. This program connects Service members with industry partners for real-world job experiences under Dept. of Defense Instruction 1322.29. Participants receive up to 180 days of permissive duty to train full-time with approved partners, such as GE Aerospace, while continuing to receive military compensation and benefits. This role provides hands-on experience in aerospace airframe and engine component design and support for commercial and military customers.

Responsibilities

• 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

• Gain proficiency in 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 working in a team environment and across functions.
• Learn tollgate processes and FAR certifications (FAR 25, FAR 33).

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 of one.

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. Employment is contingent upon proving U.S. Person status as one of the following: U.S. lawful permanent resident, U.S. Citizen, asylee, or refugee.