Lead Manufacturing Engineer

Job Description Summary

The Lead Manufacturing Engineer will support the manufacturing development of classified component manufacturing techniques for Coatings, Non-Conventional Machining, Composites, and Light Assembly work for Next Generation engine programs. In this role you will integrate and develop processes that meet business needs across the organization, manage complex issues within functional area(s) of expertise, and help industrialization & maturation of the value stream.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Security Clearance
• Has held prior roles in Supply Chain Operations.
• Must be a US Citizen without Dual Citizenship.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams in the development of manufacturing processes for classified hardware.
• Lead and provide technical direction to projects with critical business impact.
• Drive rigor for documentation of projects and lessons learned.
• Make recommendations after analysis of the data using quality tools.
• Protect the Intellectual Property rights of the Company.
• Lead by example and model team member for the whole site.
• Use Lean Manufacturing techniques & tools to drive a systems mindset.
• Manage & Lead Manufacturing Readiness Projects.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or institution (OR a high school diploma / GED with a minimum of 4 years' experience in Industrial, Mechanical, Aerospace, Materials Science, Chemical or related program experience)
• A minimum of 3 years in skillset

Desired Characteristics

• Lean Manufacturing & Systems mindset.
• Prior experience launching new processes in a manufacturing facility.
• Experience operating within Quality Systems (Ex: AS9100, NADCAP).
• Skilled in the use of CAD modeling software (Unigraphics preferred).
• Teamwork: Positive attitude, relationship builder, team player.
• Humble: respectful, receptive, agile, eager to learn.
• Transparent: shares critical information, speaks with candor, contributes constructively.
• Focused: quick learner, strategically prioritizes work, committed.
• Able to work on shop floor and interface between Technicians and Engineering.
• Leadership ability: Influencer, strong communicator, decision-maker, collaborative.
• Problem solver: analytical-minded, challenges existing processes, critical thinker, scientific thinking approach.

GE Aerospace offers comprehensive benefits and programs to support your health and, along with programs like HealthAhead, your physical, emotional, financial and social wellbeing. Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach from GE Aerospace; and the Employee Assistance Program, which provides 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan, a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness.

GE Aerospace (General Electric Company or the Company) and its affiliates each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a "Sponsor"). Each Sponsor reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a Sponsor's welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.

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)).

Additional Information

GE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Aerospace 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.

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