Lead Component Engineer

1 week ago


Bishops Cleeve, United Kingdom GE Aviation Full time
Job Description SummaryWe are seeking an experienced Component Engineer who thrives on making a strong personal contribution and who is motivated to help make the organisation a little better every day. You want to deliver – for our customers, for the business and for yourself.

We have an opportunity to join our Component Engineering Team within the Sustainment Group, in supporting the component selection for new programmes, production and aftermarket support. As a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual, you would join our team in Cheltenham, solving problems with components used from design to aftermarket.

You’ll be a self-starter, enjoy working with others or on your own initiative and always seeking to be forward thinking and going the extra mile to help us maintain our excellent service. You’ll also be keen to grow and to seek out new challenges and knowledge whilst in turn gaining more responsibility and seniority.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

  • Identify and work closely with the Hardware Engineering development teams to assist with the selection of electronic components from preferred strategic sources.
  • Support the programs on topics such as uprating, qualification, anti-counterfeit, COTS assemblies, atmospheric radiation, obsolescence, long term storage, and lead-free.
  • Approve new components for usage in System applications in the Defence and Aerospace Industry.
  • Provide support across commodities as the component expert, focusing on Complex parts.
  • Effectively provide technical recommendations through the analysis, preparation, and presentation of technical data.
  • Research, review and obtain technical documentation for components.
  • Provide technical support to our Supply Chain with obsolescence issues, recommendation of alternative parts and end of life resolutions.
  • Review product change notices from component manufacturer’s and liaise with design and Sustainment Teams to minimize the impact to the business.
  • Working effectively with multiple departments throughout the business will be key to your success and you will build relationships with colleagues across Supply Chain and Quality to act as a link between them and the engineering community.
  • Provide technical guidance to other Component Engineers
  • Support the local team technical proficiency and growth.
  • Create and maintain electronic and electromechanical components records in Company databases.

Required Qualifications

  • You will be qualified to HNC or above in an electronic discipline or have an equivalent relevant level of experience and knowledge of components.
  • Experience managing a component database.
  • Understanding of electronics components with a knowledge of electronic component management standards
  • Good working knowledge in component-level electronic manufacturing techniques of complex electronic parts
  • Ability to deal with varied multiple project assignments simultaneously.
  • Able to work with suppliers to ensure technical requirements are met.
  • Familiarity with electronic design, test and analysis tools and systems.

Desired Characteristics

  • You will need to be a good team player who is capable of operating in a multi discipline environment, but equally capable of working on your own with an analytical approach and keen attention to detail. You will have strong organisational and communication skills, be energetic and self-motivated, with an ability to self-manage tasks and priorities.

Flexible Working


GE supports and encourages flexible working arrangements, where possible, and recognises the benefits to employees of having a positive work-life balance.

Total Reward


At GE Aviation we understand the importance of Total Reward.  Our flexible benefits plan, called FlexChoice, gives you freedom, choice and flexibility in the way you receive your benefits, as well as giving you the opportunity to make savings where possible.


As a new joiner to GE we are pleased to be able to offer you the following as default in your benefit fund, which you then can tailor to meet your individual needs;

  • Non-contributory Pension          
  • Life Assurance
  • Group income protection            
  • Private medical cover    
  • Holiday Hourly equivalent of 26 days, with flexible option to buy or sell

Security Clearance


Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance is required and must be maintained for this role. Please note that in the event that BPSS clearance cannot be obtained, you may not be eligible for the role and/or any offer of employment may be withdrawn on grounds of national security. Please see the link below for further details regarding the requirements for BPSS clearance: BPSS

Right to Work


Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. However, under the applicable UK immigration rules as may be in place from time to time, it may be that candidates who do not currently have the right to work in the UK may not be appointed to a post if a suitably qualified, experienced and skilled candidate who does not require sponsorship is available to take up the post. For further information please visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No



  • Bishops Cleeve, Gloucestershire, United Kingdom GE Aviation Full time

    About GE AviationGE Aviation is a leading manufacturer of advanced jet engines, components, and integrated systems that power commercial and military aircraft. Our team is dedicated to advancing aviation technologies for today and tomorrow.Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Manufacturing Engineer to join our team. As a Manufacturing...


  • Bishops Cleeve, Gloucestershire, United Kingdom GE Aviation Full time

    About GE AviationGE Aviation is a leading manufacturer of advanced jet engines, components, and integrated systems that power commercial and military aircraft. Our team is dedicated to advancing aviation technologies for today and tomorrow.Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Manufacturing Engineer to join our team. As a Manufacturing...


  • Bishops Cleeve, United Kingdom Omega Resource Group Full time

    Electronic Support Engineer Aerospace & Defence Permanent Cheltenham THE ROLE - Electronic Support Engineer This is an excellent opportunity for an Electronic Engineering professional to join a successful and thriving manufacturing business in the Cheltenham area. As a Electronic Support Engineer, you will need to be an accomplished troubleshooter,...


  • Bishops Cleeve, United Kingdom Omega Resource Group Full time

    Electronic Support EngineerAerospace & DefencePermanentCheltenhamTHE ROLE - Electronic Support EngineerThis is an excellent opportunity for an Electronic Engineering professional to join a successful and thriving manufacturing business in the Cheltenham area.As a Electronic Support Engineer, you will need to be an accomplished troubleshooter, capable of...


  • Bishops Cleeve, United Kingdom GE Aviation Full time

    Job Description SummaryResponsible for designing , developing and testing Embedded Software (Firmware), platforms and systems that control and runs on devices that need to be tailored to the needs of the hardware that it has to control and run on (i.e. directly controls the real time functions of a physical device such as motors, alternators, engines,...


  • Bishops Cleeve, United Kingdom Ontic Full time

    Ontic, an aerospace industry leading provider of ‘Extended Life Solutions’ for Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) legacy and non-core products, has an opportunity for an Electronics Test Support Engineer to join our Production Engineering team based at our Head Office in Bishops Cleeve, Cheltenham to support our continued success and ambitious...


  • Bishops Cleeve, Gloucestershire, United Kingdom GE Aviation Full time

    About GE AviationGE Aviation is a leading manufacturer of advanced jet engines, components, and integrated systems that power commercial and military aircraft. Our team is dedicated to advancing aviation technologies for today and tomorrow.Job DescriptionWe are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic Manufacturing Engineering Apprentice to join our team....


  • Bishops Cleeve, Gloucestershire, United Kingdom GE Aviation Full time

    About GE AviationGE Aviation is a leading manufacturer of advanced jet engines, components, and integrated systems that power commercial and military aircraft. Our team is dedicated to advancing aviation technologies for today and tomorrow.Job DescriptionWe are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic Manufacturing Engineering Apprentice to join our team....


  • Bishops Cleeve, Gloucestershire, United Kingdom GE Aviation Full time

    About the RoleThe GE Aerospace Test Technician Apprenticeship is a 3.5-year rotational scheme that offers a unique opportunity for aspiring professionals to develop their skills and career in aviation. As a Test Technician Apprentice, you will join our Cheltenham-based Supply Chain and work on a rotational scheme that will enable you to understand the...


  • Bishops Cleeve, Gloucestershire, United Kingdom GE Aviation Full time

    About the RoleThe GE Aerospace Test Technician Apprenticeship is a 3.5-year rotational scheme that offers a unique opportunity for aspiring professionals to develop their skills and career in aviation. As a Test Technician Apprentice, you will join our Cheltenham-based Supply Chain and work on a rotational scheme that will enable you to understand the...


  • Bishops Cleeve, United Kingdom Shorterm Group Full time

    Job Summary:Shorterm Group is seeking a highly experienced Lead Software Certification Engineer to spearhead software certification efforts and ensure regulatory compliance across aviation systems projects. This role offers a unique blend of technical leadership, career growth, and opportunities for continuous learning, supported by a team of experienced...


  • Bishops Cleeve, United Kingdom Shorterm Group Full time

    Job Summary:Shorterm Group is seeking a highly experienced Lead Software Certification Engineer to spearhead software certification efforts and ensure regulatory compliance across aviation systems projects. This role offers a unique blend of technical leadership, career growth, and opportunities for continuous learning, supported by a team of experienced...


  • Bishops Cleeve, Gloucestershire, United Kingdom GE Aviation Full time

    About GE AviationGE Aviation is a leading manufacturer of advanced jet engines, components, and integrated systems that power commercial and military aircraft. Our team is dedicated to advancing aviation technologies for today and tomorrow.Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our Quality Placement program as a...


  • Bishops Cleeve, Gloucestershire, United Kingdom GE Aviation Full time

    About GE AviationGE Aviation is a leading manufacturer of advanced jet engines, components, and integrated systems that power commercial and military aircraft. Our team is dedicated to advancing aviation technologies for today and tomorrow.Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our Quality Placement program as a...


  • Bishops Cleeve, United Kingdom GE Aviation Full time

    Job Description SummaryGE Aviation is seeking a highly skilled Lead Systems Engineer to join our Power Systems and Software Department. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for leading the Systems Verification Engineering team responsible for testing and troubleshooting an entirely new business jet electrical power distribution system within...


  • Bishops Cleeve, United Kingdom GE Aviation Full time

    Job Description SummaryGE Aviation is seeking a highly skilled Lead Systems Engineer to join our Power Systems and Software Department. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for leading the Systems Verification Engineering team responsible for testing and troubleshooting an entirely new business jet electrical power distribution system within...


  • Bishops Cleeve, United Kingdom GE Aviation Full time

    Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled Embedded Software Engineering Lead to join our team at GE Aviation. As a key member of our software development team, you will be responsible for leading the development of safety-critical software for an aircraft electrical power distribution system.Key ResponsibilitiesSoftware Requirements CaptureSoftware...


  • Bishops Cleeve, United Kingdom GE Aviation Full time

    Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled Embedded Software Engineering Lead to join our team at GE Aviation. As a key member of our software development team, you will be responsible for leading the development of safety-critical software for an aircraft electrical power distribution system.Key ResponsibilitiesSoftware Requirements CaptureSoftware...


  • Bishops Cleeve, Gloucestershire, United Kingdom Ontic Full time

    About OnticOntic is a leading provider of extended life solutions for original equipment manufacturer (OEM) legacy and non-core products in the aerospace industry.Job SummaryWe are seeking an Electronic Repair Technician to join our team in Bishops Cleeve, Cheltenham, to support our continued success and ambitious growth plans.Key ResponsibilitiesInspect and...


  • Bishops Cleeve, Gloucestershire, United Kingdom Ontic Full time

    About OnticOntic is a leading provider of extended life solutions for original equipment manufacturer (OEM) legacy and non-core products in the aerospace industry.Job SummaryWe are seeking an Electronic Repair Technician to join our team in Bishops Cleeve, Cheltenham, to support our continued success and ambitious growth plans.Key ResponsibilitiesInspect and...