Roles and Responsibilities
Responsibilities in this role may include but would not be limited to
Partner with design engineering, Supply Chain, and Colibrium to increase additive manufacturing capacity/productivity and maintain product quality through effective quality and SPS planning
Provide technical guidance and encourage communication between practicing additive MAEs, manufacturing, and design regarding developments in additive manufacturing technology and capability development to influence outcomes
Provide MAE support for additively manufactured hardware, partnering with design and manufacturing to ensure designs are producible and will meet product intent
Lead collaborative cross-functional teams and execute technical projects & programs required to reduce technical risk associated with new additive materials and machines, building and leveraging domain expertise
Design and conduct studies to characterize the impact of variation within manufacturing process windows, and use results to recommend updates to specifications, technical plans, and standard work instructions
Proactively identify lessons learned and best practices and encourage appropriate documentation
Apply structural problem-solving tools like TOPS8D, DMAIC, and RCCA in order to lead effective cross-functional teams in finding rapid solutions and generating lasting impact to processes; serve as mentor to others in these tools
Influence standard work for quality assurance through ownership and/or authorship of key specifications controlling powder, printed castings, and finished part standards; drive efficiency in processes and update additive specifications as needed
Advocate for Lean processes that reduce waste and improve quality; examine current processes and practices to reduce manufacturing and quality assurance cycle time and cost, while maintaining quality and safety
Lead or support efforts to ensure part quality with a reduced reliance on physical testing and an increased reliance on non-destructive methods including but not limited to in-process monitoring approaches
Communicate significant developments with leadership and consult on technical roadmap development
Demonstrate leadership in communicating business goals, program, and processes for an area or business segment
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Materials Science or closely related Engineering discipline
Minimum of 3 years of experience in a materials science engineering position or related additive manufacturing position.
Desired Characteristics
Preference to 5 years of experience in a materials science engineering position or related additive manufacturing position.
Significant experience in a complex industrial environment (aerospace desired) with materials application engineering, materials development, and/or engineering program management.
Subject matter expert in key technical area of material science, or breadth across multiple disciplines.
In-depth understanding of metallurgy, manufacturing processes and inspections associated with aircraft engine parts.
Understanding of processing vs. property trades & material data application.
Strong oral and written communication skills, particularly around technical documentation
Strong interpersonal and leadership skills with the ability to manage difficult situations and foster positive outcomes under pressure
Able to communicate complex problems and ideas with clarity to different types of audiences.
Self-motivated and able to work independently and in teams.
The ability to plan and coordinate several projects simultaneously.
Effective problem identification and solution skills.
Proven analytical and organizational ability.
Experience with aerospace or gas turbine industry manufacturing, quality systems and development.
Experience with primary processing (forging, casting, additive, & heat treatment) of aircraft engine parts (structures and/or rotating parts & materials)
Proven self-starter and independent worker able to work with cross-functional teams.
Ability to guide and influence others, especially those not in a direct reporting position
Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems
Program management skills; ability to develop, document, market, and execute programs
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). Employees may also be subject to random and reasonable-suspicion drug and alcohol testing.
Relocation Assistance Provided: No
