Advanced Manufacturing Tech- Laser/Robotics

Job Description Summary

The Advanced Manufacturing Technician will support production and manufacturing operations through hands-on technical support of laser and robotics/automation equipment used in critical manufacturing processes. This role is responsible for equipment sustainment, troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, setup support, optics and alignment support, and day-to-day technical coverage for key technologies that cannot be fully owned by operators or contractors.

This position will help ensure reliable, repeatable, and efficient operation of critical manufacturing equipment while strengthening internal capability in laser, robotics/automation, cleaning, and casting completion. The role will work cross-functionally with operations, engineering, quality, and maintenance teams to support current production, expansion, startup activity, and long-term manufacturing capability development.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on technical support for laser and robotics/automation equipment used in manufacturing operations.
• Perform and support preventive maintenance activities to improve equipment reliability, uptime, and long-term capability sustainment.
• Troubleshoot equipment, system, and process issues involving lasers, robotics/automation, optics, alignment, cleaning, and casting completion technologies.
• Support equipment setup, startup, recovery, and day-to-day production needs across the shop.
• Provide technical coverage for key manufacturing technologies that cannot be independently owned or sustained by operators or contractors.
• Partner with engineering, maintenance, quality, and operations teams to resolve technical issues and improve process performance.
• Support installation, readiness, startup, and scale-up activities for new or expanding manufacturing capabilities, including Madisonville-related support needs, if applicable.
• Document maintenance, troubleshooting, and technical support activities in accordance with site requirements.
• Help develop and sustain standard work, equipment care practices, and technician knowledge in laser and robotics applications.
• Maintain a strong focus on safety, quality, compliance, and operational excellence.

Required Qualifications

• Associate degree from an accredited university or a high school diploma/GED from an accredited school or institution

Desired Characteristics

• Humble: 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
• Experience supporting, maintaining, or troubleshooting manufacturing, automation, robotic, or inspection equipment.
• Demonstrated hands-on mechanical and/or electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documentation, equipment manuals, specifications, and work instructions.
• Ability to work effectively across functions in a production environment.
• Experience with robotics, factory automation, or robotic cell support.
• Experience with laser-based manufacturing equipment.
• Familiarity with optics, fixturing, alignment, and process troubleshooting.
• Experience supporting equipment installation, startup, qualification, or manufacturing expansion efforts.
• Knowledge of preventive maintenance systems and continuous improvement principles.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple technical priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Experience supporting specialized manufacturing processes such as cleaning or casting completion is a plus.

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 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