D&S Support Equipment Module Leader

Y99000 General Electric Company; Lynn (MA); On-site; USD 129,000 - 171,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

GE Aerospace, based in Evendale, OH with opportunities to support Lynn, MA, seeks a D&S Support Equipment Module Leader to plan, design, and maintain tooling for engine module assembly, disassembly, and transport. You will lead cross-functional teams, drive improvements, and ensure safe, cost-effective solutions across programs.

The role emphasizes technical leadership, adherence to standards, and collaboration with manufacturing, design engineering, and suppliers to meet program needs. A U.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from an accredited university.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering Technology.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. DoD Security Clearance.
• Preferred background in engine assembly or assembly tooling and equipment design.

Responsibilities

• Lead a cross-functional design team to plan and execute the design, analysis, and evaluation of engine module assembly, disassembly, and transportation equipment.
• Apply sound engineering principles and adhere to business standards, procedures, and product/program requirements.
• Own mechanical and/or electrical aspects of support equipment as needed for assigned tooling solutions.
• Develop deep technical knowledge of the assigned engine module assembly processes, sequences, and interfaces.
• Translate module and manufacturing needs into tooling concepts and solutions using prior experience and growing expertise.
• Understand key business drivers and priorities, including safety, quality, delivery, and cost, and use this understanding to shape tooling and equipment solutions.
• Plan and monitor schedule, cost, and quality for design deliverables across assigned projects.
• Support prototype builds and early hardware introduction with manufacturing and suppliers.
• Lead or participate in special projects to improve tooling design processes, standard work, documentation, and quality.
• Provide occasional on-site support at manufacturing or partner locations for equipment validations, issue resolution, or implementation of improvements (occasional travel required).

Skills

Leadership

Problem solving

Engineering depth

Technical skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Design tools

Test & analysis tools

Job description

Job Description Summary

The Support Equipment Module Leader is a technical project manager responsible for the design, development, maintenance, and support of all assembly, disassembly, and transportation equipment for an assigned engine module. This role drives both new tool design and continuous improvement of existing equipment and components. The position has a significant impact on departmental operations and is accountable for planning and executing work on time, with quality, and within budget. The role operates with some autonomy, applying standard processes and practices, and uses judgment to solve problems, typically with guidance on more complex issues.

Job Title

D&S Support Equipment Module Leader

Company Intro/About

GE Aerospace is a world-leading provider of jet engines, components, and integrated systems for commercial and military aircraft. We are defining flight for today, tomorrow, and the future by delivering safe, reliable, and innovative aerospace solutions. Our teams are united by a shared commitment to Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost, partnering with customers around the world to support mission readiness and engine lifecycle performance.

Site, Business, OR Functional Area Overview

This role is based in Evendale, OH with additional opportunities to support work in Lynn, MA, within the Design Engineering (Mechanical Components) organization. The Support Equipment team is responsible for the design and sustainment of tooling and equipment that enable safe, efficient assembly, disassembly, and transportation of engine modules. You will collaborate closely with manufacturing, design engineering, and other partner teams to ensure our tooling and support equipment meet program, customer, and shop floor needs.

Role Overview

The D&S Support Equipment Module Leader is a technical project manager and engineering lead responsible for the design, development, maintenance, and support of all assembly, disassembly, and transportation equipment for an assigned engine module. In this role, you will drive both new tool design and continuous improvement of existing equipment and components, ensuring solutions are safe, robust, and cost-effective. You will plan and execute work to deliver on time, with quality, and within budget, operating with a moderate level of autonomy while applying standard processes and sound engineering judgment.

Key Responsibilities

• Technical Leadership & Design Execution
  

  Lead a cross-functional design team to plan and execute the design, analysis, and evaluation of engine module assembly, disassembly, and transportation equipment.

  
  

  Apply sound engineering principles and adhere to business standards, procedures, and product/program requirements.

  
  

  Own mechanical and/or electrical aspects of support equipment as needed for assigned tooling solutions.

  
  


• Module & Process Expertise
  

  Develop deep technical knowledge of the assigned engine module assembly processes, sequences, and interfaces.

  
  

  Translate module and manufacturing needs into tooling concepts and solutions using prior experience and growing expertise.

  
  


• Business & Cross-Functional Integration
  

  Understand key business drivers and priorities, including safety, quality, delivery, and cost, and use this understanding to shape tooling and equipment solutions.

  
  

  Ensure support equipment work integrates effectively with manufacturing, design engineering, suppliers, and other partner teams.

  
  


• Problem Solving & Technical Judgment
  

  Use engineering judgment to propose and compare alternative concepts, including options outside standard parameters, with appropriate guidance and review.

  
  

  Leverage internal experts, best practices, and available data to troubleshoot, root-cause, and resolve technical issues.

  
  


• Process Compliance & Design Standards
  

  Know and follow all Support Equipment design processes, standards, and requirements, and ensure the team does the same.

  
  

  Ensure tooling designs comply with customer requirements and CTQs (Critical to Quality characteristics).

  
  


• Project Management & Execution
  

  Plan and monitor schedule, cost, and quality for design deliverables across assigned projects.

  
  

  Drive closure of actions, risk mitigation, and design changes to meet program milestones and commitments.

  
  


• Manufacturing & Shop Floor Support
  

  Support prototype builds and early hardware introduction with manufacturing and suppliers.

  
  

  Lead or support validation and troubleshooting of equipment on the shop floor to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable operation.

  
  


• Continuous Improvement & Special Projects
  

  Lead or participate in special projects to improve tooling design processes, standard work, documentation, and quality.

  
  

  Identify opportunities to simplify, standardize, and improve support equipment solutions across modules and programs.

  
  


• Customer & Field Support
  

  Provide occasional on-site support at manufacturing or partner locations for equipment validations, issue resolution, or implementation of improvements (occasional travel required).

  
  

Required Qualifications

• Education
  

  Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from an accredited university

  
  


• Experience
  

  Minimum of 3 years of experience in Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering Technology

  
  


• Clearance
  

  Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. DoD Security Clearance

  
  


• Desired Characteristics
  
  
  
  • Mindset & Behaviors
    

    Humble (respectful, receptive, eager to learn); transparent (shares critical information, speaks with candor, contributes constructively); focused (quick learner, strategically prioritizes work, committed).

    
    
  
  
  • Leadership
    

    Strong communicator and decision-maker who collaborates effectively and can lead cross-functional teams.

    
    
  
  
  • Problem Solving
    

    Analytical and critical thinker who challenges existing processes and uses a data-driven approach to develop solutions.

    
    
  
  
  • Technical Skills
    

    Experience in tool design; familiarity with design, test, and analysis tools and systems; strong PC proficiency.

    
    
  
  
  • Engineering Depth
    

    Experience with stress analysis and tolerance stack-up, with a solid understanding of mechanical systems.

    
    
  
  
  • Domain Experience
    

    Preferred background in engine assembly and/or assembly tooling and equipment design or engineering; military experience is a plus.

    
    
  
  
  
  

Additional Information

The base pay range for this position is $128,800.00 - $171,350.00 annually. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set. This position is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus based on a percentage of your base salary/ commission based on the plan. This posting is expected to close on September 11th, 2026.

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.

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes

Closing

At GE Aerospace, we are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that values diversity and empowers employees to thrive. This role requires the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. DoD Security Clearance and offers the opportunity to directly impact safety, quality, delivery, and cost through robust support equipment solutions that enable world-class engine assembly and maintenance. 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: Yes At GE Aerospace, we invent the future of flight, lift people up, and bring them home safely. We are a world-leading provider of jet engines, components, and integrated systems for commercial and military aircraft. At GE Aerospace, respect for people is core to our culture and commitment to FLIGHT DECK, our proprietary lean operating model. We attract, develop, and retain industry-leading talent from all backgrounds and cultivate communities where people are respected and empowered to reach their fullest potential. For the people of GE Aerospace, their work isn't just a job. It's their passion and purpose. We work and win as one team, accountable to each other and our customers, and we are always finding a better way to climb higher together. We were meant to fly.