Lead Manufacturing Engineer - Conventional Machining Manufacturing Readiness

GE Aerospace; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes

Job summary

GE Aerospace is seeking a Lead Manufacturing Engineer to guide the design, sourcing, and manufacturing of complex aerospace machined components and assemblies from concept through full-rate production. The role emphasizes producibility, manufacturing readiness, cost reduction, and strong conventional machining knowledge.

You will lead design-for-producibility efforts, provide should-cost estimates, coordinate with Edison Works suppliers and internal shops, and drive readiness milestones for DoD

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in Mechanical, Aerospace, Materials Science, Chemical or related field or equivalent experience with 4+ years in Manufacturing Engineering.
• Additional 3+ years of experience in Manufacturing Engineering.
• US citizen status required and ability to obtain DoD security clearance.
• Willingness to travel domestically 10–20% as needed.

Responsibilities

• Leads design for producibility reviews with Design Engineering for machinable parts, tooling and assemblies.
• Reviews drawings and GD&T for machinability; suggests cost-saving design changes.
• Provides should-cost and lead-time estimates for machined components and tooling.
• Supports supplier evaluation, process development, first article and production readiness.
• Develops process methods, operation sequences, workholding and fixture concepts, CNC programming needs and inspection plans.
• Monitors machine shop capability and supplier performance to meet program cost, quality and delivery targets.
• Mentors less experienced colleagues and may lead small projects.

Skills

Design for Producibility

Machining knowledge

Leadership

Root cause analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Aerospace/related

High school diploma with 4 years experience

Job description

Job Description Summary

The Lead Manufacturing Engineer will support the design, sourcing and manufacturing of complex aerospace machined components and assemblies for Edison Works Next Generation Products, from concept through full-rate production. The role improves producibility, supports manufacturing readiness and reduces cost. It needs strong knowledge of conventional machining. The engineer helps make designs producible early in the design cycle and helps move machined hardware into robust production processes at internal GE shops and external suppliers.

Job Description Summary

The Lead Manufacturing Engineer will support the design, sourcing and manufacturing of complex aerospace machined components and assemblies for Edison Works Next Generation Products, from concept through full-rate production. The role improves producibility, supports manufacturing readiness and reduces cost. It needs strong knowledge of conventional machining. The engineer helps make designs producible early in the design cycle and helps move machined hardware into robust production processes at internal GE shops and external suppliers.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

• Leads efforts with Design Engineering to apply “Design for Producibility” to new machined parts, tooling and assemblies, using knowledge of conventional machining processes: turning, milling, drilling, grinding, broaching, shaping and sawing.
• Takes part in producibility and design reviews. Reviews part drawings and GD&T for machinability and recommends design changes that lower cost and risk, such as tolerance stack-ups, datum strategy, feature access and material removal.
• Provides detailed should-cost and lead-time estimates for machined components, assemblies and tooling.
• Assists Edison Works Supply Chain in program reviews so that machining considerations are addressed, from purchase order through hardware delivery.
• Proactively engages outside vendors (OV) and internal machine shops so that program cost, quality and delivery metrics are met as hardware moves from prototype to production.
• Creates manufacturing schedules and evaluates supplier routers and machining process plans. Develops process methods, operation sequences, workholding and fixture concepts, CNC programming needs and inspection plans for assigned machined hardware.
• Uses working knowledge of machine shop capability (equipment, capacity, tolerances) to help decide on processes and suppliers. Supports supplier evaluation, process development, first article and production readiness.
• Carries out assigned machining technology projects and contributes to technology roadmaps and Manufacturing Readiness Level (MRL) milestones.
• Uses judgment to make decisions and solve moderately complex machining problems. Spots risks such as machining-induced distortion, dimensional conformance, surface finish and process capability, and supports structured problem solving to reach rate.
• Takes a new perspective on existing solutions and uses technical expertise and data analysis to support recommendations. Draws on multiple internal sources and limited external sources outside own function to make decisions.
• Acts as a resource and mentor for less experienced colleagues. May lead small projects with moderate risks and resource requirements. Supports integrated schedules and communications with DoD customers and stakeholders.
• Explains difficult or sensitive information and works to build consensus. Is developing the persuasion skills needed to influence others on topics within the field.

Uses FLIGHT DECK (Standard Work, Action Planning, Problem Solving), upholds safety and quality, and promotes a lean culture.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, or a high school diploma/GED with at least 4 years of experience in Mechanical, Aerospace, Materials Science, Chemical or a related field
• Additional 3+ years of experience in Manufacturing Engineering
• Must be a US citizen
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance
• Willingness to travel domestically 10–20% as needed

Desired Characteristics

• Significant aerospace manufacturing experience with conventional machining processes (turning, milling, drilling, grinding, broaching, shaping, sawing) and inspection
• Experience supporting machined hardware from NPI/development through production readiness
• Ability to read and interpret part drawings
• 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

Note

To comply with US immigration and other legal requirements, it is necessary to specify the minimum number of years’ experience required for any role based within the USA.

For roles outside of the USA, to ensure compliance with applicable legislation, the JDs should focus on the substantive level of experience required for the role and a minimum number of years should NOT be used.

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