Lead Metallic Materials Application Engineer

GE Aerospace; United States; Remote; USD 112,000 - 149,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Relocation assistance provided

Job summary

GE Aerospace’s Military Materials Systems (MMS) is seeking a Lead Metallic Materials Application Engineer to define materials and processes for engine hardware, ensuring compliance with program requirements and manufacturing capabilities. You will partner with design, quality, manufacturing, and supply chain teams to drive objectives and uphold safety of hardware.

The role requires a materials-focused degree (or equivalent experience), 3+ years engineering experience, and eligibility for US

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Materials Eng, Materials Science, or Metallurgy (or 7+ years of engineering exp)
• Minimum 3 years of engineering experience
• U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain/maintain US Government security clearance

Responsibilities

• Interpret design requirements that affect materials and processes for assigned hardware and provide M&P guidance to design/manufacturing teams
• Define M&P for assigned hardware; review/approve hardware drawings and changes
• Set qualification requirements and disposition initial part qualifications and subsequent process/source changes
• Dispost manufacturing nonconformances and support supplier process reviews with quality & supply chain
• Lead root cause investigations of M&P-related problems in manufacturing and field and drive corrective actions/read-across
• Identify M&P tech gaps and update M&P strategy
• Apply lessons learned from field experience and development programs
• Communicate hardware M&P status and results to team/leaders
• Author technical reports documenting key M&P decisions

Skills

Materials knowledge

M&P definition

Cross-functional collab

Clearance readiness

Education

Bachelor’s in Materials Eng/Metallurgy/Materials Science

7+ years alternative experience

Tools

SEM/EDS

Metallography

Coatings & heat treatment

Job description

Job Description Summary

GE Aerospace’s Military Materials Systems (MMS) organization has an opening for a Lead Metallic Materials Application Engineer (MAE). In this role, you will provide materials and processes (M&P) definition, qualification, and lifecycle support for engine hardware and systems. You will ensure they meet program requirements and are consistent with manufacturing and inspection capabilities. You will partner with design, quality, manufacturing, and supply chain teams to achieve business objectives and ensure the safety of assigned hardware.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

• Interpret design requirements that affect materials and processes for assigned hardware and provide M&P guidance to design and manufacturing teams
• Define M&P for assigned hardware; review and approve hardware drawings and design changes.
• Set qualification requirements and disposition initial part qualifications and subsequent process and source changes.
• Disposition manufacturing nonconformances and support supplier process reviews in partnership with quality and supply chain.
• Lead root cause investigations of M&P-related problems in manufacturing and in the field, and drive subsequent corrective actions and read across.
• Identify M&P technology gaps and update M&P technology strategies.
• Apply lessons learned and best practices from field experience, manufacturing changes, property evaluations, and development programs.
• Communicate hardware M&P status and results to team members and leadership.
• Author technical reports documenting key M&P decisions.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Materials Engineering, Materials Science, or Metallurgy (or a high school diploma/GED and at least 7 years of engineering experience)
• Minimum of 3 years of engineering experience
• Due to the nature of the duties of this position, this role requires the individual to obtain and maintain US Government Security Clearance; prerequisite for a security clearance is U.S. citizenship

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with nickel- and cobalt-base superalloys, titanium alloys, and/or high‑strength steels.
• Experience with aerospace quality systems, supplier quality, and/or field support.
• Knowledge of manufacturing and special processes (e.g., casting, forging, heat treatment, coatings).
• Experience with failure analysis and materials characterization (e.g., metallography, SEM/EDS, fractography).
• Understanding of the mechanical behavior of metals (e.g., fatigue, creep, fracture) and its relationship to processing and microstructure.
• Familiarity with aerospace material and process specifications (e.g., AMS, ASTM, military specifications).
• Ability to coordinate several projects simultaneously and strategically prioritize work.
• Self‑starter with a demonstrated ability to solve technical problems and drive them to closure.
• Proven facilitation and collaboration skills in multidisciplinary teams.
• Active Secret or Top Secret clearance.

This position is based in Evendale, OH. We strongly prefer candidates who can work onsite, but will consider remote or hybrid arrangements for the right candidate.

The base pay range for this position is $112,000 - $149,000. 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 October 31, 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., 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.

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