Roles and Responsibilities
Own equipment specifications, qualifications, technical governance, TPM, reliability engineering, OEE improvements, and consumables optimization
Serve as the plant focal for layup/tooling for GE9X Nozzles and coordinate across IPTs and suppliers
Lead tooling NPI: design, trials, lifecycle management, vendor management, and yield improvements
Develop and industrialize layup/forming concepts; optimize ply shapes and in-station material utilization
Own APQP for assigned scope; ensure control plans/PPAP readiness as applicable
Reduce PFMEA RPNs with robust prevention/detection controls; maintain risk registers
Lead RCCA using structured problem-solving (5-Why, Fishbone, DMAIC); lock in fixes with standard work
Deliver yield, cost, cycle time, and productivity improvements via equipment, process, and tooling changes
Execute Management of Change with capacity, safety, and quality impact assessments
Support lean initiatives with a Six Sigma mindset; standardize and sustain best practices
Train and certify technicians; author clear work instructions and standard work; mentor peers
Provide timely communications to technicians, engineers, site leadership, and executive leaders; align to business objectives
Support off-shift and on-call needs to minimize disruptions and protect SQDC; perform additional duties for 24x7 support
Ensure effective communication within the IPT, internal and external to Asheville
Qualifications / Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree accredited college or university (or a high school diploma / GED with a minimum of 4 years of experience in manufacturing engineering experience)
Desired Characteristics
Degree in ceramic engineering, materials science, or mechanical engineering
Experience in CMC/composite manufacturing (PMC/CMC), including complex shape design and layup
Proficiency in AutoCAD and/or CAD/CAM/CAE (e.g., Siemens NX); ability to read drawings/specs and translate to programs and processes
Demonstrated success in industrialization, yield improvement, and cost/cycle reduction
Strong analytical, mathematical, communication, and presentation skills; data-driven decision making
Proven experience training, mentoring, and leading small teams; ability to influence without authority
Lean manufacturing experience and passion; Six Sigma exposure
Knowledge of safety regulations, ISO/quality systems; experience with certifying agents/controlled title processes
Collaborative, boundaryless approach across hourly and salaried teams; strong sense of urgency for production support
Flexibility for off-shift/on-call support as needed
Humble: respectful, receptive, agile, eager to learn
Transparent: shares critical information, speaks with candor, contributes constructively
Focused: quick learner, strategically prioritizes work, committed
Leadership ability: strong communicator, decision-maker, collaborative
Problem solver: analytical-minded, challenges existing processes, critical thinker
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 InformationGE 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
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