Lead Fabrication Engineer – Manufacturing Readiness

Emploive; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

GE Aerospace seeks a Lead Manufacturing Engineer – Fabrication Manufacturing Readiness to drive design-for-manufacturability and producibility for complex aerospace components. You will lead readiness from concept through production, focusing on fabrication processes and supplier/GE shop collaboration to deliver on quality, safety, and cost targets.

You will mentor engineers, manage schedules and budgets, and apply Lean Six Sigma to optimize processes while ensuring compliance with safety and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related technical discipline (Mechanical/Manufacturing/Aerospace).
• 3+ years in manufacturing engineering within fabrication, preferably aerospace or regulated industry.
• Proven leadership of manufacturing readiness projects for new product introductions.
• Strong knowledge of fabrication processes (CNC, sheet metal forming, welding, brazing, additive manufacturing).
• Proficiency in CAD/CAM software (NX, CATIA, Mastercam).
• Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies applied.

Responsibilities

• Drive manufacturing readiness for fabrication processes from concept to production launch.
• Collaborate with design, supply chain, and quality to ensure DFM/DFA.
• Develop robust manufacturing plans including process flow, tooling, and layouts.
• Lead technical reviews on fabrication capabilities and best practices.
• Conduct process capability studies and implement corrective actions.
• Identify advanced manufacturing technologies and automation to reduce costs.
• Manage project schedules and budgets for readiness activities.
• Mentor junior engineers and manufacturing staff.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards.
• Travel to support manufacturing sites and suppliers.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering

Tools

NX

CATIA

Mastercam

Job description

GE Aerospace seeks a Lead Manufacturing Engineer – Fabrication Manufacturing Readiness to drive design-for-manufacturability and producibility for complex aerospace components. You will lead readiness from concept through production, focusing on fabrication processes and supplier/GE shop collaboration to deliver on quality, safety, and cost targets.

You will mentor engineers, manage schedules and budgets, and apply Lean Six Sigma to optimize processes while ensuring compliance with safety and