Manufacturing Manager - Equipment Maintenance

GE Aerospace; Texas; On-site; USD 116,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

GE Aerospace seeks a 2nd-shift Facilities Maintenance Lead to manage jet engine test cell facilities in Lynn, MA. You will lead 10–20 union craftsmen across electricians, plumbers, and carpenters, ensuring uptime for air/oil/fuel, HVAC, CNC grinders and electrical systems.

You will drive safety, coordinate with Test Engineering, Test Quality and EHS, and implement preventive maintenance with a focus on OEE improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or 7+ years in relevant experience.
• Experience leading 10–20 union craftspeople and coordinating multi-discipline teams.
• Knowledge of facility systems (HVAC, air/oil/fuel, electrical, mechanical) and safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Set up and run 2nd-shift maintenance operations; start-up and handoffs with 1st shift.
• Lead, schedule and coach a team of 10–20 union craftspeople.
• Monitor downtime and prioritize work across Test Engineering, Test Quality and EHS.
• Coordinate and escalate to resolve test cell downtime quickly; ensure systems are in good condition.
• Drive safety culture and compliance with lockout/tagout and EHS requirements.
• Plan preventive maintenance and improvements; use FLIGHT DECK and TPM concepts.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Safety compliance

Troubleshooting

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree

High school diploma/GED

Tools

CMMS

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.

Job Description 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)).

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

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.