You will be responsible for diagnosing and repairing electrical, control, and automation issues across CNC milling, grinding, turning, and cutting platforms with 2-5 axis control systems. You will work closely with manufacturing and engineering teams to ensure machine precision, uptime, and performance.
Responsibilities
Troubleshoot and repair CNC control systems (Siemens & Fanuc)
Diagnose issues within HMI, PLC logic, drives, and servo systems
Modify and support PLC programs and ladder logic
Perform machine diagnostics related to:
Programming errors
Control system failures
Servo/drive issues
Support calibration and optimization using:
Renishaw ballbar and laser systems
Utilize software and tools such as:
Siemens Step 7
Fanuc Ladder
RSLogix 5000
Proficy
Work with electrical schematics, control diagrams, and CNC program interfaces
Partner with engineering and operators to validate fixes and improve performance
Maintain documentation of troubleshooting and repairs
Minimum Qualifications (Must-Have)
High school diploma or equivalent
This role may encounter high risk or hazardous operations and/or include working shifts beyond a standard workweek. As such, a requirement of the role is to be at least 18 years of age by the time of joining.
2+ years of hands-on CNC controls troubleshooting experience (REQUIRED)
Direct experience with:
Siemens OR Fanuc CNC controls
PLC troubleshooting (ladder logic)
Experience diagnosing issues in:
HMI interfaces
Drives / servo systems
Ability to read and interpret:
Electrical schematics
CNC control diagrams
Experience using diagnostic/test tools (multimeter, oscilloscope, etc.)
Preferred / Highly Desired
Experience with multi-axis CNC machines (2-5 axis)
Exposure to:
Renishaw ballbar / laser calibration systems
CNC machine accuracy testing and adjustment
Experience with:
Step 7 / Fanuc Ladder / RSLogix / Proficy
Linux or Windows-based CNC control systems
Familiarity with:
EPROM programming / backups
Associate degree or technical certification (automation, controls, mechatronics)
Compensation & Benefits
Starting: $42.72/hour + 10% shift differential
Day 1 benefits (medical, dental, vision)
Relocation available
Working Conditions:
Intermittent lifting of up to 50 pounds and manipulating bulky parts/tooling
Ability to bend, stoop or stand while performing maintenance tasks
Climbing and working at elevated heights
Using good manual dexterity and continuous analytical ability to troubleshoot electromechanical equipment
Exposure to chemicals while using proper PPE and following safety procedures
Working with voltages up to 480V while using proper PPE and following safety procedures
GE Aerospace will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).
Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes
Benefits
Dental insuranceVision insurance
Additional Information
Job Description Summary
GE Aerospace is seeking a CNC Controls Technician with strong electrical and controls experience to support advanced manufacturing equipment at our Wilmington facility. This role focuses on troubleshooting, programming, and maintaining CNC control systems (HMI/PLC) on high-precision multi-axis machine tools.
This is not a general maintenance role-we are specifically looking for candidates with hands-on CNC controls experience (Siemens, Fanuc, PLC, and machine diagnostics).
Job Description
Join GE Aerospace: Where Precision Meets Purpose
Are you ready to elevate your career and contribute to the future of aviation? At GE Aerospace, we're not just building jet engines and components-we're shaping the technologies that power commercial and military aircraft around the globe. As part of our Wilmington team, you'll be immersed in a collaborative, high-performing environment where your skills and ideas will fuel innovation and excellence. Together, we believe the world works better when it flies. Do you?
Working at GE Aerospace Wilmington For over 22 years, our Wilmington facility has been a hub of innovation and excellence, producing high-quality rotating parts for aviation's most advanced engines. With 600,000 square feet of manufacturing space, 300+ CNC machines, and 21 special processes, we're proud to be the career home of 500+ employees who thrive on purpose and challenge.
Ge Aerospace · Wilmington NC