Remote Supplier Support Manufacturing Engineer (50% Travel)

GE Aerospace; Redmond; Remote; AUD 198,000 - 254,000; Full time

Job summary

GE Aerospace is seeking a Supplier Support Manufacturing Engineer to address part shortages and ensure supplier performance aligns with CTB targets. You will deploy to supplier sites up to 50% of the time to resolve issues, drive performance, and maintain delivery continuity.

The role emphasizes SQDC priorities, hands-on supplier management, and collaboration with procurement, engineering, and operations to drive lean improvements and robust recovery plans.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university.
• At least 5 years of Manufacturing Engineering Operations experience.

Responsibilities

• Proactive Shortage Management: Monitor supplier performance to identify potential part shortages weeks in advance. Develop and implement recovery plans to mitigate supply chain risks and ensure consistent part coverage.
• Supplier Collaboration: Partner with suppliers to address root causes of delays, implement corrective actions, and foster strong relationships for continuous improvement.
• Sub-Tier Process Oversight: Manage supplier sub-tier processes, including coatings, peening, non-destructive testing (NDT), and other critical services to ensure compliance with quality and delivery standards.
• Problem-Solving Leadership: Lead creative solutions for complex manufacturing processes involving technical variety and interdependent production cycles. Utilize advanced operational, product management, and engineering techniques to resolve issues.
• On-Site Support: Deploy to supplier locations as needed to provide hands-on support, drive recovery efforts, and align production schedules.
• Performance Improvement: Analyze supplier processes to identify improvement opportunities, implement lean principles, and optimize operations for enhanced delivery performance.
• Cross-Functional Coordination: Collaborate with procurement, engineering, and operations teams to align recovery efforts with business objectives. Communicate supplier performance updates and recovery plans to stakeholders.
• Data Analysis and Reporting: Track supplier performance metrics, provide regular updates, and leverage data-driven insights to recommend long-term solutions.
• Production Process Control: Define and oversee production processes, including tooling and equipment validation, ensuring alignment with design specifications and shop floor applications.
• Strategic Decision-Making: Interpret business challenges and industry trends to recommend best practices for improving products, processes, or services.
• Leadership and Communication: Lead functional teams or projects, present solutions to leadership, and influence internal and external stakeholders to drive action and adopt new perspectives.

Skills

Proactive Shortage Management

Supplier Collaboration

Sub-Tier Process Oversight

Problem-Solving Leadership

On-Site Support

Performance Improvement

Cross-Functional Coordination

Data Analysis

Production Process Control

Strategic Decision-Making

Leadership and Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university

Job description

GE Aerospace is seeking a Supplier Support Manufacturing Engineer to address part shortages and ensure supplier performance aligns with CTB targets. You will deploy to supplier sites up to 50% of the time to resolve issues, drive performance, and maintain delivery continuity.

The role emphasizes SQDC priorities, hands-on supplier management, and collaboration with procurement, engineering, and operations to drive lean improvements and robust recovery plans.