Technical Coop – 2 Year Technical Associates Degree programs – Fall 2026
GE Aerospace, Cincinnati, OH, United States
Job Description Summary
GE Aerospace’s 2-Year Technical Associate Co‑op gives second‑year technical students the chance to apply classroom learning to real aircraft engine challenges. You will contribute to projects in material development testing, engine development testing, and engine services while building practical skills and confidence with mentor support. This co‑op will gain early industry experience that prepares you for future internships, co‑ops, or full‑time roles.
Job Description
GE Aerospace’s technical co‑ops and interns gain broad exposure to varied areas of the aircraft engine business. Areas of opportunity for this role include Development Testing, Material testing, and GE On‑Wing Support. Experienced employees will mentor co‑op contributions and ensure development throughout the assignment. Co‑ops build leadership and functional skills through structured and challenging hands‑on experience complemented by classroom training.
Roles And Responsibilities
In this cooperative experience, you may be involved in one of the following placements:
Development testing (Evendale, OH) activities such as:
Component / piece part level testing
Rig and sub‑assembly testing
Full engine testing
Military and Commercial programs
Supporting area operations teams to execute test
Frequent interaction with engineering and customer support staff
Engineering Materials Sciences (Evendale, OH) – within several areas including:
Materials behavior and characterization
Metallography
Composite, metallic and coating material characterization and processes for use in aircraft engines
Frequent interaction with engineering and customer support staff
GE On‑Wing Support (Erlanger, KY):
Support overhaul shop, assisting mechanics in their daily activities
Hands‑on work inventory control of engine components
Frequent interaction with engineering and customer support staff
Professional Skills
Identifies and communicates risks, tradeoffs, and impacts to supporting team about safety, quality, delivery, and cost
Proactively identifies and transparently communicates risks, tradeoffs, and impacts to the supporting team across safety, quality, delivery, and cost, and collaborates on mitigation plans.
Performs assignments requiring trust, accuracy, and attention to detail, ensuring reliable, high‑quality results
Plans and executes tasks with minimal supervision, organizing work effectively to meet objectives and deadlines
Analyzes data with Excel or other analysis tools then selects appropriate solutions using data, standards, and stakeholder input
Develops PowerPoint and other graphic presentations to communicate progress, share best practices, and provide updates
Takes on selected aspects of a full‑time job within the function you support
Escalates appropriately when issues exceed their authority or expertise
Qualifications / Requirements
Must have at least a 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale (without rounding)
Working towards a degree in a technical field of study
Attending a full‑time matriculated two‑year technical program
Completed one full year of college
Willingness to work in any GE Aerospace U.S. location for a minimum of 12 weeks and a maximum of 28 weeks (2+ semesters)
Eligibility Requirements
Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen
Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required
GE Aerospace will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening
Desired Characteristics
Strong commitment to a career in engineering or manufacturing
An analytical approach to problem solving
Strong knowledge of Microsoft products
Willingness and ability to learn from others
Demonstrated leadership skills and strong initiative
Collaborative team player
Excellent interpersonal skills
Strives for academic excellence
Desire to work in a fast‑paced, ever‑changing environment
Pay rates for this position begin at $20.00/hour depending on major, and increase for each undergraduate year completed.
Equal Opportunity Employer
GE offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE 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.
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)).
Relocation Assistance Provided: No
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GE Aerospace’s 2-Year Technical Associate Co‑op gives second‑year technical students the chance to apply classroom learning to real aircraft engine challenges. You will contribute to projects in material development testing, engine development testing, and engine services while building practical skills and confidence with mentor support. This co‑op will gain early industry experience that prepares you for future internships, co‑ops, or full‑time roles.
Job Description
GE Aerospace’s technical co‑ops and interns gain broad exposure to varied areas of the aircraft engine business. Areas of opportunity for this role include Development Testing, Material testing, and GE On‑Wing Support. Experienced employees will mentor co‑op contributions and ensure development throughout the assignment. Co‑ops build leadership and functional skills through structured and challenging hands‑on experience complemented by classroom training.
Roles And Responsibilities
In this cooperative experience, you may be involved in one of the following placements:
Development testing (Evendale, OH) activities such as:
Component / piece part level testing
Rig and sub‑assembly testing
Full engine testing
Military and Commercial programs
Supporting area operations teams to execute test
Frequent interaction with engineering and customer support staff
Engineering Materials Sciences (Evendale, OH) – within several areas including:
Materials behavior and characterization
Metallography
Composite, metallic and coating material characterization and processes for use in aircraft engines
Frequent interaction with engineering and customer support staff
GE On‑Wing Support (Erlanger, KY):
Support overhaul shop, assisting mechanics in their daily activities
Hands‑on work inventory control of engine components
Frequent interaction with engineering and customer support staff
Professional Skills
Identifies and communicates risks, tradeoffs, and impacts to supporting team about safety, quality, delivery, and cost
Proactively identifies and transparently communicates risks, tradeoffs, and impacts to the supporting team across safety, quality, delivery, and cost, and collaborates on mitigation plans.
Performs assignments requiring trust, accuracy, and attention to detail, ensuring reliable, high‑quality results
Plans and executes tasks with minimal supervision, organizing work effectively to meet objectives and deadlines
Analyzes data with Excel or other analysis tools then selects appropriate solutions using data, standards, and stakeholder input
Develops PowerPoint and other graphic presentations to communicate progress, share best practices, and provide updates
Takes on selected aspects of a full‑time job within the function you support
Escalates appropriately when issues exceed their authority or expertise
Qualifications / Requirements
Must have at least a 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale (without rounding)
Working towards a degree in a technical field of study
Attending a full‑time matriculated two‑year technical program
Completed one full year of college
Willingness to work in any GE Aerospace U.S. location for a minimum of 12 weeks and a maximum of 28 weeks (2+ semesters)
Eligibility Requirements
Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen
Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required
GE Aerospace will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening
Desired Characteristics
Strong commitment to a career in engineering or manufacturing
An analytical approach to problem solving
Strong knowledge of Microsoft products
Willingness and ability to learn from others
Demonstrated leadership skills and strong initiative
Collaborative team player
Excellent interpersonal skills
Strives for academic excellence
Desire to work in a fast‑paced, ever‑changing environment
Pay rates for this position begin at $20.00/hour depending on major, and increase for each undergraduate year completed.
Equal Opportunity Employer
GE offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE 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.
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)).
Relocation Assistance Provided: No
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