Full-Time

Skilled Machinist

Updated on 8/12/2026

Deadline 11/29/26
GE Aerospace

GE Aerospace

10,001+ employees

American aircraft engine supplier and manufacturer

Compensation Overview

$26/hr

No H1B Sponsorship

Loves Park, IL, USA

In Person

US Citizenship Required

Category
Operations & Logistics (1)
Required Skills
Microsoft Office
GD&T

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Requirements
  • A High School Diploma or GED is required.
  • A minimum of 3 years of manufacturing or machining experience is required.
  • A minimum of 1 year of experience reading and interpreting mechanical blueprints and/or production planning is required.
  • Experience setting up and operating at least two computer numerically controlled machining processes—drilling, milling, grinding, or turning—is required.
  • Ability and willingness to use basic hand tools and measuring devices, including dial calipers, rulers, tape measures, protractors, micrometers, and gauges, is required.
  • Ability to lift, push, or pull up to 35 pounds is required.
  • The employee must be at least 18 years old by the time of joining.
  • The employee must be legally authorized to work in the United States and must qualify as a U.S. Person for access to export-controlled information, including a U.S. lawful permanent resident, U.S. citizen, asylee, refugee, or other protected individual.
  • Successful completion of a drug screen, as applicable, is required.
Responsibilities
  • Machine all types of metals.
  • Generate and check part dimensions during various machining stages using complex measuring devices such as micrometers, calipers, indicators, special-purpose gauges, and scales.
  • Achieve required tolerances and finishes to produce quality parts in a timely manner and meet standards established by Manufacturing Engineering and Quality.
  • Use continuous visual concentration, with or without reasonable accommodation, as necessary to develop and maintain tolerance.
  • Ensure that all characteristics generated at the designated operation conform through applicable inspection techniques.
  • Set up and operate equipment according to drawings, method sheets, and other instructions, supplementing them with job knowledge when necessary.
  • Perform minor maintenance on machines when required.
  • Temporarily train operators to use equipment for which the employee is qualified when required.
  • Keep facilities, materials, and work areas orderly and maintain good housekeeping practices.
  • Adhere to environmental, health and safety requirements and quality requirements.
  • Participate actively in a team-based environment, including daily team meetings and activities, professional communication, cooperation, and consideration of differing opinions.
  • Accurately record personal time using the prescribed system and electronically maintain records.
Desired Qualifications
  • Three to five years of machine-shop or aerospace-engine-engine machining experience.
  • Ability to use computers and learn Microsoft Office.
  • Education or training in machine-shop operations.
  • Understanding of computer numerically controlled and manual machine operations.
  • Basic programming knowledge, including reading and editing programs.
  • Experience in a self-directed team environment.
  • Knowledge of lean manufacturing.

GE Aerospace designs and manufactures jet engines and systems for commercial and military aircraft while providing global maintenance and repair services. These engines work by compressing air, mixing it with fuel for combustion, and using the resulting high-pressure gas to spin turbines that generate thrust. The company distinguishes itself through a massive global service network and a vast installed base of engines that allows for extensive data collection and specialized lifecycle support. Its goal is to provide reliable propulsion and maintenance solutions that define the future of flight for airlines and defense forces worldwide.

Company Size

10,001+

Company Stage

Debt Financing

Total Funding

$1B

Headquarters

Evendale, Ohio

Founded

1889

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What believers are saying

  • GE raised 2026 EPS guidance to 7.65-7.85 dollars on July 16, 2026.
  • Farnborough 2026 brought about 1,800 engine commitments, led by IndiGo's 1,000-plus LEAP order.
  • Defense backlog topped 30 billion dollars, helped by XA102, HÜRJET, and CT7 wins.

What critics are saying

  • Spare parts delinquencies rose 20% sequentially in Q2 2026, delaying backlog conversion.
  • The U.S. State Department imposed a 36 million dollar export-violations settlement on April 17, 2026.
  • GE9X production losses and LEAP service costs persist until 2028, pressuring margins.

What makes GE Aerospace unique

  • GE Aerospace controls ~170 billion dollars of commercial services backlog on July 16, 2026.
  • Farnborough 2026 validated GE hybrid-electric flight above 30,000 feet with NASA and Boeing.
  • FLIGHT DECK lifted Lynn engine output 30% in 2025 without additional headcount.

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Benefits

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Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

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Parental Leave

Adoption Assistance

Relocation Assistance

Company News

Yahoo Finance
Aug 10th, 2026
GE Aerospace soars 37% on $170B services backlog, but supply chain delays threaten momentum

GE Aerospace shares have surged 37% over the past year, trading near 52-week highs on strong fundamentals. The engine manufacturer reported 22% revenue growth over the last twelve months, outpacing the S&P 500 median of 8.1%. Its commercial services backlog stands at roughly $170 billion. Latest quarterly results showed revenue up 24% and free cash flow growing 43%. Management raised 2026 guidance to $7.65–$7.85 earnings per share. However, the stock trades at a price-to-earnings multiple of 42.9, nearly double the S&P 500 median of 23.7. The biggest risk is execution, particularly supply chain challenges. Spare parts delinquencies rose 20% sequentially in the second quarter due to material shortages, threatening the company's ability to convert its backlog into revenue.

Yahoo Finance
Aug 6th, 2026
GE Aerospace shifts focus from parts shortage to growth as overdue backlog climbs 20%

GE Aerospace has shifted its narrative around supply chain constraints, now positioning its FLIGHT DECK operating programme as the driver of output growth rather than merely a tool to combat shortages. The initiative has halved demand signals to turbine airfoil suppliers and roughly doubled on-time delivery of priority materials. The company's overdue parts backlog grew 20% sequentially in Q2 2026 as strong orders outpaced supply improvements. Management now frames this backlog as future revenue rather than a limitation. Commercial Engines & Services represents roughly two-thirds of GE's $50.6 billion in trailing twelve-month revenue, with $170 billion in committed commercial services work. Free cash flow rose 43% in Q2 2026, with conversion exceeding 140%. However, margin pressures from GE9X production costs and LEAP services are expected to persist until 2028.

Yahoo Finance
Aug 3rd, 2026
Philippine Airlines orders GE Aerospace GEnx-1B engines for 15 Boeing 787-10s

Philippine Airlines has agreed to equip 15 Boeing 787-10 Dreamliners with GE Aerospace's GEnx-1B engines, with options for five more aircraft. Deliveries are expected between 2031 and 2034. The deal reinforces GE's position in fuel-efficient, lower-emission widebody engines for long-haul flying. However, the distant delivery timeline means limited near-term impact on GE's current aerospace growth catalysts. GE Aerospace's second quarter 2026 results showed revenue of $13.3 billion and net income of $2.4 billion. The company's investment narrative centres on its engine-focused business model and recurring aftermarket services. Some analysts project GE's revenue could reach $64.6 billion by 2029, though the company faces risks from supply chain pressures and heavy reliance on commercial aviation.

Yahoo Finance
Jul 28th, 2026
GE Aerospace stock trades at 41x earnings despite lagging peers in returns

GE Aerospace trades at 41.0 times earnings, the second-highest valuation among its peers, yet its 12-month stock return of 35% ranks only third in the group. Lockheed Martin, trading at 21.3 times earnings, delivered a superior 43% return, whilst RTX posted 38% despite a similar valuation. GE's operating fundamentals are strong. Its 18.7% operating margin leads its competitive group, and its 22% revenue growth trails only Boeing. However, the market has assigned a premium that appears disconnected from trailing performance. Management has boosted guidance based on a $170 billion commercial services backlog, projecting full-year free cash flow of $8.9 billion-$9.2 billion. The company's LEAP engine platform is expected to see its installed base more than double by 2030, providing significant revenue visibility.

Dainik Bhaskar
Jul 27th, 2026
Why the era of hybrid planes began instead of electric: heavy batteries of planes became an obstacle; hybrid technology is better for low cost and long distance

Why the era of hybrid planes began instead of electric: heavy batteries of planes became an obstacle; hybrid technology is better for low cost and long distance The Economist. London 1 hour ago According to experts, hybrid models are more practical for commercial aviation compared to fully electric planes. - Symbolic photo The aviation sector, which accounts for 2.5% of global carbon emissions, is undergoing a major change. The Pipistrel electric plane 'Velis Electro' used for pilot training has raised expectations with low maintenance costs and zero carbon emissions, but due to limited range and the challenge of heavy batteries, the industry's main focus is now shifting to 'hybrid technology'. Aviation companies at the Farnborough Air Show in London focused on this new trend. This aircraft from Pipistrel, owned by the American group 'Textron', can fly for a maximum of 50 minutes except in emergencies. Despite the limited range, its demand is increasing among flying schools. Companies like 'NeboAir' are developing a network of charging stations. Improvements in the auto industry will allow its batteries to be replaced with new versions to increase range in the future. However, it is impossible for batteries to be sufficiently powerful or light to carry a large number of passengers over long distances. In such a situation, the industry's focus is shifting towards hybrid planes. According to experts, hybrid models are more practical for commercial aviation compared to fully electric planes. Giants like Heart Aerospace and GE-NASA are now working on a combination of turboprop and electric motor. This could reduce fuel consumption and operating costs by up to 40% in regional flights. California company built 30-seat hybrid plane - Heart Aerospace - This California-based company is building a 30-seat hybrid aircraft. It can fly 200 km on battery and 800 km in hybrid mode. It has a series hybrid setup where propellers are always driven by electric motors and a gas turbine provides power as a generator. Fuel consumption can be reduced by up to 50%. - GE Aerospace and NASA - NASA and GE Aerospace successfully demonstrated a hybrid engine Saab 340B flight during the Farnborough International Air Show. During recent tests, it has become the world's first hybrid electric-powered aircraft to fly at an altitude of over 30,000 feet. Electric craft capable of vertical take-off and landing are now emerging as alternatives to air taxis and helicopters. Vertical Aerospace has started working on hybrid models to increase their range. Electric planes cannot fly for long in emergencies Traditional aircraft become lighter as fuel burns during flight, while the weight of the battery remains constant. Additionally, aviation regulations require carrying extra fuel for situations where a runway is unavailable or for diversion. If even a small passenger aircraft had to fly for several hours, the required battery would be so heavy that there would be no room for passengers or cargo. This is the biggest challenge for electric aircraft. In such a situation, the industry is now focusing on hybrid aircraft, which use both electric motors and gas turbine engines.