GE Aerospace Defence and Systems – Edison Engineering Development Program (2025) – Cheltenham

Job Description Summary
The GE Aerospace Defence and Systems "Edison Engineering Development Programme" (EEDP) is an IET-Accredited Rotational Graduate Scheme for people with passion for technology, dedication to technical excellence and a connection to GE's core values. The program is designed to accelerate your professional development through technical and leadership training, while working on a variety of Aerospace Systems projects with responsibility for business-critical priorities.Job Description

At GE Aerospace, we believe the world works better when it flies. We are a world-leading provider of jet engines, components, and integrated systems for commercial and military aircraft. Our rich history of inventing the future of flight, our continual investment in research and development, and our talented and innovative people will enable us to rise to the challenge of building a world that works with industry-leading technology and innovation. In fact, we’re already developing our next-generation of technologies to achieve greater fuel efficiency and reduce CO2 emissions with an ambition to be a net-zero company by 2050.  

Working at GE Aerospace means you are bringing your unique perspective, innovative spirit, drive, curiosity, and ability to question the status quo, to a collaborative and diverse team. It means you will have ideas and we will listen. Here, you will have the opportunity to work on amazing things with technical experts.  Work that you will be proud of. Work that really matters. Work that makes a difference. 

Here are just a few of the reasons you will want to consider a career with us:  

• You will help solve the global challenge of how the world flies more sustainably. Do work real work with a real purpose.  


• Be a part of a global workforce of diverse backgrounds, perspectives, ideas, and experiences where everyone feels supported and respected.  


• Learn from the best minds who also want to learn from you.  


• Earn merit-based rewards and incentives.


• Have opportunities for continuous learning and development. 

Edison Engineering Development Programme Details

Edison is a one-of-a-kind programme, combining continued study with experience of the full engineering lifecycle.

Exposing participants to all areas of a world leading global organization, participants can see first-hand how ideas come to life. Edisons benefit from GE Aerospace’s global breadth by working alongside other programme members, and project teams, across the world. The Edison Programme is a fantastic opportunity to challenge yourself in an encouraging, harmonious, environment while gaining hands on experience of some of the most advanced engineering challenges in the world today.

The Edison Engineering Development Programme is a genuinely collaborative environment, with a committed team ethos, and a highly supportive professional and social community.

The Key elements of the Programme include:

• Three technical rotations, which could include Systems, Hardware, Safety, Reliability and Sustainment Engineering, within Avionics and Power Distribution Engineering projects driven by real GE Aerospace business priorities.


• Development of Engineering Competencies towards Professional Registration (IEng and CEng) through the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET).


• Participation in the GE Aerospace Foundation Programme, including a residential training week with other GE Aerospace Leadership Programme members.


• Development of advanced technical, problem-solving and time management skills through Edison A-Course and B-Course, though weekly Technical Classes, Workshops, Formal Reports and Presentations.


• Opportunities to meet with, and present to, influential GE Aerospace Leaders.


• Residential training and development courses to further developing your personal and professional skills.


• Opportunities to improve your Professional Development Skills, including Teamwork, Leadership, Understanding Self/Others, Emotional Intelligence and Communications.


• The opportunity to study for a Level 7 Master’s Degree.


• Opportunities to play a key role in our STEM Outreach Programme.  Edisons are strongly encouraged to lead the way with our STEM Educational Strategy Scheme, and you can also develop relationships with the wider GE Aerospace community, with Affinity Groups such as the Women’s Network.  These opportunities can contribute towards your IEng/CEng C, D and E competences.

Required Qualifications

A minimum 2:1 Accredited Bachelor's, or a Master’s, Engineering Degree in one of the following (or very similar) subjects:

• Avionics/Avionics Systems


• Aerospace Systems


• Electronic Engineering


• Electrical Engineering


• Systems Engineering


• Mechanical Engineering (with a focus on Electrical Mechanical)

Additional required qualifications:

• An Engineering Placement, Internship or Work experience in an Aerospace (or other similarly controlled) environment


• Experience working in an Engineering Team


• An analytic, collaborative approach to problem solving


• Dedication to a career in technology and a real passion for Engineering


• An understanding of the GE Aerospace Defence and Systems business and our products


• A strong commitment to Continued Professional Development

Additional Desired Characteristics

• An Accredited Master's Degree


• An Engineering Internship with GE Aerospace


• Technical Leadership Skills


• Existing registration as an Engineering Technician (EngTech)


• A commitment to Personal Development, including membership of a Professional Institution (e.g. the Institution of Engineering and Technology), and desire to work towards Professional Registration as an Incorporated and/or Chartered Engineer


• A Passion to develop the next generation of Engineers through our STEM Education Outreach Programme

Total Reward Benefits

At GE Aerospace 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 GE Aerospace employee, 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.

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