Manufacturing Engineer (Micro-Sensor Application and Equipment)

GE Aerospace; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) with company match

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

GE Aerospace in Cincinnati seeks an Operations Lead for the Thin Film Lab within the Instrumentation Application Shop. You will own lab equipment, coordinate daily planning, and drive safety, quality, delivery and cost.

You will work hands-on with scientists and engineers on micro-sensor applications for aerospace engines, implementing 5S, training tracking, and process improvements. Candidates need a Bachelor's degree or equivalent, 3+ years manufacturing experience, and U.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college (or a high school diploma / GED with at least 5 years of experience in manufacturing processes).
• Minimum 3 years experience in manufacturing, production processes, operations, or technical project management.
• U.S. Citizenship required for security clearance; ability to obtain clearance is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily planning for work assignments within the Thin Film Lab, focusing on Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost.
• Manage lab operations, facilities, and equipment using FLIGHT DECK fundamentals (Action Planning, Standard Work, 5S).
• Create and maintain development matrices and monitor training progress for instrumentation mechanics within the Thin Film Lab.
• Support microfabricated sensor applications for aerospace engines and aircraft testing, both in design and application.
• Assist leadership with process improvements and development of standard work.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

PVD (Physical Vapor Deposition)

Job description

Job Description Summary

Engineering associated with the manufacturing process of micro-sensors. Coordinate daily operations for the Thin Film Lab within the Instrumentation Application Shop (IAS). This position has ownership of lab equipment and facilities within IAS. This position has significant input into priorities. Guided by professional practices and policies that are shaped by the role. The role has moderate autonomy, requiring operational judgment. You will be working hands-on in a collaborative team to apply micro-sensors and integrate sensor systems into next-generation engines. You will be working closely with scientists, engineers, and laboratory personnel to ensure on-time customer delivery of projects.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily planning for work assignments within the Thinh Film Lab, maintaining focus on Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost
• Manage lab operations, facilities, and equipment utilizing FLIGHT DECK fundamentals (Action Planning, Standard Work, 5S)
• Create and maintain development matrices and monitor training progress for instrumentation mechanics within the Thin Film Lab
• Support execution of microfabricated sensor applications for Aerospace engines and aircrafts testing both in the design and application
• Assist department leadership in process improvements and standard work development
• 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
• Consult with engineering teams, CTHs, and SMEs to resolve technical operational challenges
• Lead functional teams or projects with minimal resource requirements, risk, and/or complexity
• Developing in-depth knowledge of a technical discipline. Uses prior experience and acquired technical expertise to execute policy/strategy
• Coordinate maintenance and upgrades for all IAS facility and equipment assets

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college (or a high school diploma / GED with at least 5 years of experience in manufacturing processes)
• A minimum of 3 yrs experience in manufacturing, production processes, operations, or technical project management
• This role requires the successful candidate to maintain a US Government Security Clearance; prerequisite for a security clearance is U.S. Citizenship. Preference will be given to candidates who currently hold US Government Security Clearance

Desired Characteristics

• Prior experience with micro-sensor application and Physical Vapor Deposition (PVD) manufacturing
• Strong oral and written communication skills. Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems. Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs. Established project management skills.
• Leadership ability: strong communicator, decision-maker, collaborative
• Humble: respectful, receptive, agile, eager to learn
• Transparent: shares critical information, speaks with candor, contributes constructively
• Focused: quick learner, strategically prioritizes work, committed
• Problem solver: analytical-minded, challenges existing processes, critical thinker.

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., is a “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: No