Job Responsibilities**
* Drive manufacturing readiness for complex fabrication processes (e.g., machining, forming, welding, additive manufacturing) from concept through production launch.
* Collaborate with design engineering, supply chain, and quality teams to ensure design for manufacturability (DFM) and assembly (DFA).
* Develop and implement robust manufacturing plans, including process flow, equipment selection, tooling requirements, and facility layouts.
* Lead technical reviews and provide expertise on fabrication process capabilities, limitations, and best practices.
* Conduct process capability studies, root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions for manufacturing issues.
* Identify and implement advanced manufacturing technologies and automation solutions to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
* Develop and manage project schedules and budgets for manufacturing readiness activities.
* Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior engineers and manufacturing personnel.
* Ensure compliance with all relevant safety, quality, and regulatory standards.
* Travel as required to support manufacturing sites and suppliers.
Job Qualifications**
* Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
* Minimum of 3 years of experience in manufacturing engineering within a fabrication environment, preferably in aerospace or a highly regulated industry.
* Proven experience leading manufacturing readiness projects for new product introductions.
* Strong understanding of various fabrication processes, such as CNC machining, sheet metal forming, welding, brazing, and/or additive manufacturing.
* Proficiency in CAD/CAM software (e.g., NX, CATIA, Mastercam).
* Demonstrated ability to apply Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies.
* Excellent project management, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
* Strong communication, interpersonal, and leadership abilities, with the capacity to influence cross-functional teams.
* Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Desired Qualifications
- 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
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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). Employees may also be subject to random and reasonable-suspicion drug and alcohol testing.
Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes
Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related technical discipline
- At least 3 years of manufacturing engineering experience in a fabrication environment
- Experience leading manufacturing readiness projects for new product introductions
- Understanding of fabrication processes including CNC machining, sheet metal forming, welding, brazing, or additive manufacturing
- Proficiency with CAD/CAM software such as NX, CATIA, or Mastercam
- Experience applying Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies
- Project management, problem-solving, and analytical skills
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and leadership abilities
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
- Ability to meet U.S. Person requirements for access to export-controlled information
- Aerospace or highly regulated industry experience
GE Aerospace Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about GE Aerospace and has not been reviewed or approved by GE Aerospace.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage spans medical, dental, vision, prescription drugs, behavioral health support, and some on‑site healthcare options. Wellbeing programs emphasize physical, emotional, and social support and are often characterized as part of a top‑notch package.
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Retirement Support — Retirement programs include a 401(k) with company contributions, long‑term financial planning tools, and vesting provisions. Legacy pension benefits remain for eligible employees despite the plan being frozen.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time‑off offerings include paid vacation, holidays, sick time, personal days, and flexible work arrangements, with permissive PTO noted for some salaried roles. Family support includes generous parental leave and adoption assistance.
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