Lead Manufacturing Engineer – Coatings Manufacturing Readiness

Y99000 General Electric Company; Evendale (OH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation Assistance Provided

Job summary

GE Aerospace is seeking a Lead Manufacturing Engineer – Coatings Manufacturing Readiness to drive design for manufacturability, coatings development, and supplier coordination for complex aerospace components. You will ensure readiness, quality, timeliness, and cost targets while improving producibility and reducing risk.

The role requires hands-on coating process development, interaction with DoD customers, and collaboration across Design Engineering and Supply Chain.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or high school diploma with 4 years of relevant experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in Manufacturing Engineering or related field.
• U.S. citizen and ability to obtain/maintain DoD security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Leverage coatings and surface engineering expertise to develop coating processes and raise producibility.
• Collaborate with Design Engineering to implement Design for Producibility for coated components and tooling.
• Develop coating process schedules, routers, and quality plans; estimate should-costs and lead times.
• Support Edison Works Supply Chain in program reviews and supplier-related activities.
• Assess risks in coating adhesion, thickness, and metallurgical quality; help solve problems to keep schedules and costs.
• Mentor colleagues and lead small projects with moderate risk.

Skills

Coatings

Surface engineering

Producibility

Problem solving

Project leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree

High school diploma with 4+ years experience

Tools

GD&T

Coating inspection methods

Job description

Job Description Summary

The Lead Manufacturing Engineer – Coatings Manufacturing Readiness supports the design, sourcing, and production of complex aerospace components and assemblies for Edison Works Advanced Programs. In this role, you will drive design for manufacturing readiness, producibility, reduce manufacturing cost and risk, and ensure our suppliers along with internal GE shops can deliver safely, on quality, on time, and at cost — with a specific focus on coatings and surface engineering technologies. The job allows modification of procedures and practices covering work as long as the end results meet standards of acceptability (quality, volume, timeliness etc.).

Roles and Responsibilities

Leverages expertise in one or more coatings and surface engineering areas, such as thermal spray (HVOF, plasma, cold spray), electron beam physical vapor deposition (EB-PVD), diffusion/aluminide coatings, slurry and sol-gel coatings, thermal barrier coatings (TBCs), environmental barrier coatings (EBCs), plating, and other surface treatments. Develops coating process methods, masking/tooling and fixtures, programming, and production coating operations. Applies surface engineering techniques that improve hardware producibility and durability at the design phase and process development at the production phase. Leads efforts with Design Engineering to implement "Design for Producibility" for coated components, fabrications, tooling, and assemblies. This includes assessing coatability/producibility, evaluating drawings and coating callouts, contributing to MRL projects for new coating hardware/technologies, creating/reviewing coating process schedules and routers, estimating should-costs, estimating lead times, and developing quality plans. Assists Edison Works Supply Chain in program reviews to ensure coatings and surface treatment manufacturing considerations are addressed. Works closely with Supply Chain functions on hardware production in shops and suppliers – from issuing purchase orders to milestone planning to hardware delivery. Assesses quality, delivery, and cost risks early (including coating adhesion, thickness, and metallurgical quality risks) and provides support on problem solving to attain rate. Manages integrated schedules, aligns cross-functional teams, and ensures on‑time, at‑cost execution of commitments. Acts as a key interface with DoD customers, managing contractual obligations and fostering clear communication across stakeholders. Possesses in‑depth knowledge of coatings best practices and integrates with others; maintains working knowledge of industry coating capability to help make decisions on process and supplier. Adopts FLIGHT DECK actively in all aspects of work scopes, using Standard Work, Action Planning, and Problem Solving effectively. Uses technical experience, expertise, and data analysis to support recommendations. Acts as a resource and mentor for colleagues with less experience. May lead small projects with moderate risks and resource requirements. Explains difficult or sensitive information and works to build consensus. Develops persuasion skills required to influence others on topics within field.

Required Qualifications

Required Qualifications Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university (or a high school diploma/GED with a minimum of 4 years of experience in Mechanical, Aerospace, Materials Science, Chemical, etc.) Minimum of 3 years of experience in Manufacturing Engineering, Manufacturing Operations, or Business Operations Must be a US citizen Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Security Clearance Willingness to travel domestically up to 15% (as needed).

Desired Characteristics

Desired Characteristics Significant aerospace manufacturing experience with coatings and surface engineering, including thermal spray, EB-PVD, diffusion coatings, slurry coatings, and related inspection methods. Ability to read and interpret part drawings and coating specifications/callouts. Proficient in GD&T and coating inspection methods (e.g., metallographic evaluation, thickness measurement, adhesion testing). Familiarity with Aerospace Quality standards and coating-related specifications. Prior experience in special processes, particularly coatings. Certifying agent certification is a big plus. Strong communication skills. Strong ability to work independently and as a team. Humble: respectful, receptive, agile, eager to learn. Transparent: shares critical information, speaks with candor, contributes constructively. Focused: quick learner, strategically prioritizes work, committed. Leadership ability: strong communicator, decision‑maker, collaborative. Problem solver: analytical‑minded, challenges existing processes, critical thinker.

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Additional Information

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)).

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.