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GE Aerospace Data Science - 12 Month Placement, Eastleigh

GE Renewable Energy Power and Aviation
Eastleigh
2 days ago
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Job Description Summary

In the 12-month Data Science Placement, you may be combining data and analytics with engineering or applications knowledge.

Job Description

About 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 advanced jet engines, components, and 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!

Roles and Responsibilities

In the 12-month Data Science Placement, you may be combining data and analytics with engineering or applications knowledge. We make extensive use of Machine Learning (ML) and Advanced Analytics including Computer Vision; Neural Networks; NLP and advanced statistics as well as working with varied and big datasets.

GE Aerospace combines unrivalled strength in the Aviation domain with digital capability to provide business changing outcomes. Our Data Science projects include working with GE Commercial Engines to support all aspects of the engines' business from in-service deployment, fleet monitoring and management to maintenance, supply chain and financial operations. A typical Data Science project starts with a problem statement and dataset and our job is to work alongside GE customers to develop, test and deploy analytics which solve their problems or provide significant insights and improvements to the business. Every project is different and gives the opportunity to learn something new.

Every project is different and gives the opportunity to learn something new.

Responsibilities Include

  • Applying analytical or ML methods to monitor trends and identify issues



  • Assisting in the development, test and deployment of analytics including dashboards/reports and the maintenance of existing capabilities



  • Assisting in the preparation of clear and insightful presentations



  • A structured approach to problem solving



  • Ability to deliver required tasks to timelines



  • Comfortable working within a team or independently



  • Communicating technical information to a range of stakeholders - e.g., peers, experts and non-experts, customers.



  • Our Data Science projects vary from site to site, specific project details will be provided at the interview stage



You will be guided by structured goals and objectives and will have responsibility to deliver on inspiring projects supported by your People Leader and team around you. We will guide you throughout the year to ensure you make the best of your GE Aerospace experience. Your People Leader will offer coaching and mentoring, and you will be provided with the opportunity to connect with other placement students across the UK.

This opportunity is offered in our Eastleigh site.

GE Aerospace, Eastleigh is a small, friendly office (c 65 employees) located in Chandlers Ford, within easy walking distance of local railway and bus links. With a deep history of developing and supplying condition monitoring technology and products to the aerospace sector, GE Aerospace Eastleigh combines unrivalled strength in the Aviation domain with digital capability to provide business changing outcomes. We are seeking highly motivated individuals to contribute to our digital future and have been successfully running internships since 2018. The site has opportunities in Data Science. Our job is to work alongside Aviation customers to develop, test and deploy analytics or software which solve their problems or provide significant insights and improvements to their business. We also develop custom in-house tools to help us deliver our projects efficiently and effectively. We support a wide range of customers both internal and external to GE. Every project is different and gives the opportunity to learn something new .

If you are passionate about Data Science, we would like to hear from you.

Qualifications/Requirements

  • Currently studying a Maths, Physics, Physical/Engineering Sciences, Data Science, Statistics/ Computer Science, or Mechanical / Aeronautical Engineering Bachelor's or integrated Master's degree. Other degree subjects may also apply.



  • On course to achieve a 2:1 degree or above.



  • To be in your penultimate year of study and returning to education post placement.



  • Analytical scripting skills - Python preferred.



  • SQL and Version Control (e.g., GitHub ) experience also useful.



  • Some experience of Machine Learning and advanced statistics.



  • A keen interest in Data Science and analytics and working in commercial Aviation.



Desired Characteristics

  • Able to roll up your sleeves and get involved in projects



  • Organised & able to work towards deadlines



  • Inspired and curious to learn



  • Strong verbal and written communication skills



  • Able to take ownership for projects



  • Analytical and problem-solving skills



  • Proficient in Microsoft Office



  • Able to work as part of a team



A placement at GE Aerospace is an opportunity to learn while doing. At GE Aerospace, you'll work with business leaders in an atmosphere that will develop you, while doing work that makes an immediate impact.

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, 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



Recruitment Process

As part of our recruitment process, you will be required to submit an initial CV application. After this, the stages could include a video interview, testing and MS Teams online interview. Our recruitment team will be in touch with you at every stage to keep you updated and understand what is next in the process .

If you require any adjustments to the process to enable you to be at your best, please email the team via .

Please note our applications will close on Friday 31 st October but may close earlier dependant on application volumes. We would encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

Please only submit one application. If you submit multiple applications, we will progress the most suitable one. If in future you are deemed to be suitable for other opportunities, we will automatically consider you for these too.

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 opportunitie s. Our placement roles are pipeline for our graduate roles so you would need the permanent right to work to be eligible. For further information please visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

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 in dustry forward.

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