Manufacturing Manager - Equipment Maintenance

GE Aerospace; Lynn (MA); On-site; USD 116,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

GE Aerospace in Lynn, MA seeks a 2nd-shift Facilities Maintenance Lead to head a team of 10–20 union craftspeople. You will manage downtime, plan preventive maintenance, and coordinate with Test Engineering, Test Quality, and EHS to keep jet engine test cells running.

You will ensure all air/oil/fuel systems, HVAC, CNC equipment, and electrical/drivetrain systems are well-maintained, promoting safety and reliability. Strong leadership and problem-solving skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or 3+ years of relevant experience, OR a high school diploma/GED with 7+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience in facilities or plant maintenance with leadership or hands-on role.
• Maintenance of industrial equipment or building systems (mechanical, electrical, HVAC, air, fluid/fuel).
• Building construction or skilled trades (electrical, plumbing, ironwork, carpentry).
• Military service with leadership, especially in maintenance/engineering roles.
• Maintenance, test or utilities operations in manufacturing/aerospace/energy settings.
• GE Leadership Program may be considered in lieu of experience.
• Ability to work 2nd shift (3:00–11:00 PM) with overtime/weekends.

Responsibilities

• Set up and run 2nd-shift maintenance operations with 1st shift handoffs.
• Lead, schedule and coach a team of 10–20 union craftspeople.
• Monitor downtime and lead troubleshooting to restore test cells quickly.
• Coordinate work orders across Test Engineering, Quality, and your team.
• Ensure air/oil/fuel systems, HVAC, CNC equipment, and electrical/drivetrain systems are functional; propose PM plans.
• Champion safety; enforce lockout/tagout and EHS compliance.
• Lead root-cause analysis on equipment/facility failures.
• Drive continuous improvement using FLIGHT DECK and TPM methods.
• Train and develop new hires and colleagues; mentor junior staff.
• Keep stakeholders informed of status and priorities; build cross-team relationships.

Skills

Leadership

Team coaching

Problem solving

Safety culture

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CMMS (maintenance management system)

Lean/continuous improvement tools

Job description

Job Description Summary

In this role you will lead 2nd-shift facilities maintenance for our jet engine test cell operations in Lynn, MA. You will build out 2nd-shift operations and lead 10–20 union craftspeople, including electricians, plumbers, test mechanics, iron workers and carpenters. Your team keeps the jet engine test cell facilities running: air, oil and fuel systems, HVAC, CNC grind machines, and electrical and drivetrain systems. Off-shift support is limited, so you'll be the main leader for downtime response, safety and work coordination with Test Engineering, Test Quality and EHS.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Set up and run 2nd-shift maintenance operations, including shift start-up and clean handoffs with 1st shift.
• Lead, schedule and coach a team of 10–20 union craftspeople. Set clear performance expectations, handle sensitive issues, and work within the collective bargaining agreement.
• Monitor facility and equipment downtime. Lead troubleshooting and escalation to get test cells back up quickly.
• Coordinate and prioritize work orders across Test Engineering, Test Quality and your own team, balancing maintenance needs against test delivery schedules.
• Make sure air/oil/fuel systems, HVAC, CNC grind equipment, and electrical and drivetrain systems are in good working condition. Propose plans for preventive maintenance and corrective action.
• Champion a strong safety culture. Make sure all work is done safely and efficiently, following lockout/tagout procedures and EHS compliance requirements.
• Lead problem solving and root cause analysis on equipment and facility failures.
• Drive continuous improvement using FLIGHT DECK, with opportunities to improve OEE (overall equipment effectiveness), reliability strategy, 5S and TPM (total productive maintenance).
• Train and develop new hires and current team members, and act as a resource for less experienced colleagues.
• Keep stakeholders informed of equipment status, downtime and priorities. Build strong working relationships with Test Engineering, Test Quality and EHS.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college and a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience; OR a high school diploma/GED and a minimum of 7 years of relevant experience. Relevant experience includes one or more of the following:

• Facilities or plant maintenance, in a leadership or hands-on role
• Maintenance of industrial equipment or building systems, such as mechanical, electrical, HVAC, compressed air, fluid/fuel systems, or controls
• Building construction or skilled trades, such as electrical, plumbing/pipefitting, ironwork or carpentry
• Military service with leadership responsibility, especially in maintenance, engineering or facilities roles
• Maintenance, test or utilities operations in a manufacturing, aerospace, energy or similar industrial setting

• A GE Leadership Program graduate may be considered in lieu of experience.
• Ability to work 2nd shift (3:00–11:00 PM), with overtime as work requires and occasional weekends.

Desired Characteristics

• Leadership experience or certifications in facilities maintenance, aircraft maintenance, equipment maintenance, building construction or the military i.e. Airframe and Powerplant (A&P), Certified Maintenance & Reliability Technician, or Professional (CMRT or CMRP).
• Experience working in, or exposure to, a unionized environment.
• Hands‑on technical knowledge of facility systems such as HVAC, compressed air, oil and fuel systems, electrical systems or CNC equipment. Test cell experience is a plus.
• Experience with Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), reliability strategy, 5S, Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) or lean/continuous improvement tools.
• Experience managing work orders and maintenance planning, ideally with a CMMS (maintenance management system).
• Able to manage competing priorities and make sound decisions on an off‑shift with limited support.
• Strong oral and written communication skills, with the ability to keep several groups aligned.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems, and a continuous improvement mindset.

Additional Information

• Schedule: 2nd shift, 3:00–11:00 PM. Plan to arrive 15–20 minutes early to prep for the shift. Expect about 40–50 hours a week, with occasional weekends.
• Onboarding: For up to your first 60 days, you'll work a hybrid schedule alongside the 1st‑shift supervisor to learn the facility systems. Training includes FLIGHT DECK, supervisor and cell leader training, lockout/tagout, and safety training.

The base pay range for this position is $116,150-135,000 USD Annual. 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 November 30, 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., 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