Join the Edison Engineering Development Program and unlock a world of opportunity as you launch your engineering career at GE Aerospace. As an Edison, you will complete three immersive 8‑month technical rotations across the engineering lifecycle, gaining hands-on experience with real hardware, cutting-edge tools, and impactful digital solutions. You will receive world-class technical training, mentorship from experienced engineers, and the chance to work on business‑critical projects that directly shape the future of flight. If you’re ready to grow faster, push boundaries, and turn your internship momentum into a powerful next step, Edison is where your journey continues.Job DescriptionAbout GE Aerospace
Are you ready to see your future take flight? At GE Aerospace, we are advancing aviation technologies for today and tomorrow. Your work will contribute to the production of integrated systems that power commercial and military aircraft. You’ll be part of a team that embraces your drive, your curiosity, and your unique ideas and perspectives. Most importantly, you’ll share in our pride and purpose that affects the lives of millions around the world!
Why Choose the Edison Program?
Advanced Skills Development: Build your technical, problem‑solving, and time‑management skills through Edison A‑Course and B‑Course, with weekly technical classes, workshops, formal reports, and presentations that stretch and inspire you, and help you develop towards the Technical Career Path.
Inclusive and Collaborative Environment: Join a team where everyone’s voice matters. At GE Aerospace, we celebrate diversity and foster an inclusive culture where all contributions are valued. The Edison Program offers a genuinely collaborative environment, a strong team ethos, and a highly supportive professional and social community.
Global Exposure: Work with Edison peers and project teams across the globe and see how your ideas contribute to a world‑leading organization. You’ll gain real visibility into how cutting‑edge technology moves from concept to reality.
Professional Growth: Strengthen your engineering competencies on a clear pathway towards Professional Registration (IEng and CEng) through the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET). You will also take part in the GE Aerospace Foundation Program, including a residential training week with other GE Aerospace Leadership Program members.
Technical Leadership Opportunities: Engage directly with influential GE Aerospace leaders and grow your professional skills in teamwork, leadership, self‑awareness, emotional intelligence, and communication.
Supportive Benefits: Access residential training and development experiences designed to accelerate your personal and professional growth. Contribute to our STEM Outreach Program and build evidence towards your IEng/CEng competencies while inspiring future engineers.
Key Elements of the Program
Technical Rotations: Gain hands‑on experience through three technical rotations in Systems, Hardware, Software, System Safety, or Reliability Engineering, working on projects aligned to real GE Aerospace Defence and Systems business priorities.
Professional Development: Participate in the GE Aerospace Foundation Program and continue to build your engineering competencies towards Professional Registration (IEng and CEng) through the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET).
Skill Enhancement: Advance your technical depth and core skills through Edison A‑Course and B‑Course, including weekly technical classes, workshops, formal reports, and presentations that help you grow as a well‑rounded engineer.
Leadership Exposure: Benefit from structured opportunities to meet with and present to senior GE Aerospace leaders, gaining visibility, feedback, and insight into strategic decision‑making.
Personal Growth: Take part in Leadership Programme Training and Development Courses that focus on FLIGHT DECK, and your personal effectiveness, confidence, and career readiness.
STEM Outreach: Contribute to our STEM Outreach Program, developing your communication and leadership skills while building evidence towards your IEng/CEng competencies and helping to inspire the next generation.
Required Qualifications
- Computer and Electronic Engineering
- Aerospace Systems Engineering
- Electronics / Electrical Engineering
- Mechatronics Engineering
- Software Engineering / Computer Science
- Systems Safety Engineering
An engineering placement, internship, or work experience in an aerospace (or other similarly controlled) environment
Experience working in an engineering team
An analytical, collaborative approach to problem solving
Dedication to a career in technology and a genuine passion for engineering
An understanding of the GE Aerospace Defence and Systems business and our products
A strong commitment to continued professional development
Placement year with GE Aerospace. If you do not have a placement with us, we will put you on hold
An accredited Master’s degree
Existing registration (or progress towards) an Engineering Technician (EngTech)
A commitment to personal development, including membership of a professional institution (for example, the Institution of Engineering and Technology), and a desire to work towards Professional Registration as an Incorporated and/or Chartered Engineer
A passion for developing the next generation of engineers through STEM Outreach
Total Reward
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 new joiner to GE Aerospace 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;
Recruitment Process
As part of our recruitment process, you will be required to submit an initial CV application. After this, you may be invited to a video interview. If successful, you may then be invited to the final stage which would be to attend an assessment centre on site. Our recruitment team will be in touch with you at every stage to keep you updated.
If you require any adjustments to the process to enable you to be at your best, please email the team via UKEarly.Careersgeaerospace.com.
Please note our applications will close on Sunday 10th May but may close earlier dependant on application volumes. We would encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
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. Further, sponsorship is not available for our Early Careers opportunities. For further information please visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.
Apply Today
This opportunity will elevate your skills, strengthen your leadership, and ignite your potential if you’re willing to invest your time and effort into this transformative two-year journey.
Embark on a transformative journey in a collaborative and supportive environment, where you’ll tackle cutting-edge engineering challenges and gain invaluable hands-on technical experience. Join the prestigious Edison Engineering Development Program at GE Aerospace and play a pivotal role in inventing the future of flight.
Whether we are manufacturing components for our engines, driving innovation in fuel and noise reduction, or unlocking new opportunities to grow and deliver more productivity, our GE Aerospace teams are dedicated and making a global impact. Join us and help move the aerospace industry forward.
Additional Information
Compensation Grade
LTB
Relocation Assistance Provided: No
