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Military DoD SkillBridge Internship - Maintenance Technician

GE Aerospace

Hours
Full time
Where
Pittsburgh
Posted
Aug 17

Job Description Summary

The 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 SkillBridge 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.

What you'd do

  • Preventative Maintenance Inspections
  • Corrective Maintenance Repair
  • Failure Analysis
  • Operation of Specialized Equipment
  • Setup, installation, calibration, documentation, and operation of analog and digital instrumentation, data acquisition, and processing systems
  • Contributing to the investigation, correction and documentation of instrumentation or system malfunctions
  • Actively participate in multi-skills development
  • Mechanical and electrical troubleshooting and repairs
  • Assist with safety and environmental inspections to maintain facility compliance

What they want

  • Active Military personnel on their last 180 days of military service
  • Associate’s degree in a technical field from an accredited school or institution {OR High School Diploma / GED with a minimum of 2 years of technical experience (including experience in industrial maintenance)
  • Physical requirements: Regularly lift/push/pull up to [50] lbs, stand/walk for extended periods; climb ladders/stands; work at heights and in high‑noise environments; wear required PPE (hearing/eye protection, safety footwear, etc.)
  • 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, collaborative
  • Problem solver: analytical-minded, challenges existing processes, critical thinker
  • Ability to perform in a self-directed team environment
  • Ability and willingness to work weekend shifts when required
Starts
2026-06-30