Lead Process Engineer

Y99000 General Electric Company; United States; On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits and wellness programs

401(k) with company matching

Tuition assistance

Job summary

GE Aerospace in the United States seeks a Manufacturing Engineer focused on turbine engine component production. You will work with NC milling machines, lathes and grinders, ensuring production processes meet specifications and drive shop-floor efficiency.

The role emphasizes execution within established policies, with opportunities to develop in-depth technical expertise and mentor junior technicians on second shift.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or equivalent with manufacturing experience requirements.
• Minimum 3 years manufacturing experience in an engineering context.
• Experience with NC machining and shop floor process controls.

Responsibilities

• Manufacturing engineering tasks related to turbine engine components.
• Utilize NC mills, lathes, and grinders to execute production plans.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to production resources.
• Develop and execute moderate-impact project plans across support functions.

Skills

Execution

Problem solving

Analytical thinking

Communication

Leadership ability

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

High School Diploma / GED with 4 years manufacturing experience

Tools

NC milling machines

Lathes

Grinders

Haas controls

Fanuc controls

Hurco controls

Okuma controls

Job description

Job Description Summary

Engineering associated with the manufacturing process. Impacts departmental operations and responsible for planning/execution. The role has some autonomy but is focused on execution of activities within an operating discipline covered by standard functional practices and procedures. Some judgment may be required but this is typically with guidance.

Roles and Responsibilities

Manufacturing engineering tasks that do not require 4 year degree. Primarily tactical responsibilities. This does not include general administrative work. Developing in-depth knowledge of a technical discipline. Uses prior experience and acquired technical expertise to execute policy/strategy. In-depth understanding of key business drivers; uses this understanding to accomplish own work. In-depth understanding of how work of own team integrates with other teams and contributes to the area. Uses some level of judgment and has ability to propose different solutions outside of set parameters but with guidance. Uses prior experience and on-the-job training to solve straightforward tasks. Has access to technical skills and analytic thinking required to solve problems. May use multiple internal sources outside of own team to arrive at decisions. A job at this level is likely to be an individual contributor with proven interpersonal skills or an early people leader who can hire and develop talent. Provides informal guidance to new team members Responsible for manufacturing processes, of turbine engine components, utilizing NC milling machines, lathes and grinders with up to 5 axis of control. Knowledge and experience with NC controls including Haas, Fanuc, HURCO and Okuma would be beneficial to this role. Provide technical leadership and training plans for production technical resources. Set goals and expectations for a team of skilled individuals to drive shop floor support and assist on improvement projects. Develop and execute on project plans of moderate impact often involving multiple support functions to accomplish. Communicate targets and achievements across all levels of the business. Aid in troubleshooting machining process or machine related issues, using root cause analysis to implement solutions. Define and control production process including tooling and equipment. Validate design specifications and shop floor application of new product, tool or equipment. This position would be responsible for support on second shift.

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 manufacturing experience) + Minimum of 3 years of manufacturing experience

Desired Characteristics

• 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

Salary Range

The salary range for this position is $ 80,000.00 - 100,000.00 USD Annual. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s experience, their education, and the work location. In addition, this position is eligible for a performance bonus/variable incentive plan. This posting is expected to close on Oct 25, 2026.

Benefits

• 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.

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)).

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.