Aerospace Fabrication Lead Engineer

GE Aerospace; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation Assistance

Job summary

GE Aerospace is seeking a Lead Manufacturing Engineer - Fabrication Manufacturing Readiness. You will drive manufacturability and producibility for complex aerospace components, manage CAD/CAM tooling, and lead readiness for new product introductions across GE Shops and suppliers.

You will collaborate with design, quality, and supply chain teams, apply Lean/Six Sigma methods, and mentor junior engineers while ensuring safety, quality, and on-time delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related technical discipline.
• 3+ years manufacturing engineering experience in fabrication environments, preferably aerospace or highly regulated industries.
• Proven track record leading manufacturing readiness projects for new product introductions.
• Strong knowledge of CNC machining, sheet metal forming, welding, brazing, and additive manufacturing.
• Proficiency in CAD/CAM software (NX, CATIA, Mastercam).
• Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies applied to complex fabrication processes.
• Excellent project management, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and leadership abilities with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Drive manufacturing readiness for complex fabrication processes from concept to production launch.
• Collaborate with design, supply chain, and quality teams to ensure DFM/DFA.
• Develop and implement robust manufacturing plans including process flow, tooling, and layouts.
• Lead technical reviews and provide expertise on fabrication capabilities and limitations.
• Conduct process capability studies and implement corrective actions.
• Identify and implement advanced manufacturing technologies to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
• Manage project schedules and budgets for readiness activities.
• Mentor junior engineers and ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Project Management

Problem Solving

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

NX

CATIA

Mastercam

Job description

GE Aerospace is seeking a Lead Manufacturing Engineer - Fabrication Manufacturing Readiness. You will drive manufacturability and producibility for complex aerospace components, manage CAD/CAM tooling, and lead readiness for new product introductions across GE Shops and suppliers.

You will collaborate with design, quality, and supply chain teams, apply Lean/Six Sigma methods, and mentor junior engineers while ensuring safety, quality, and on-time delivery.