Metallic Additive Materials Application Engineer

Y99000 General Electric Company; West Chester (Chester County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

GE Aerospace seeks an Metallic Additive Materials Application Engineer to provide materials expertise and lead alloy development programs for additive manufacturing in aviation components. You will collaborate with design, manufacturing, sourcing, and quality teams to guide technology and production readiness, including EBM, Binder Jet, and related processes across multiple alloys.

The role emphasizes cross-functional leadership, program management, and the application of structured problem

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Materials Science or a closely related engineering field.
• Minimum of 3 years in a materials science or additive manufacturing role.
• Strong communication and leadership skills to guide cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Partner with design, manufacturing, and supply chain to scale additive manufacturing capacity while maintaining part quality.
• Provide technical guidance on additive processes and material development to influence program outcomes.
• Lead cross-functional projects to reduce technical risk in new materials and machines.
• Drive process improvements and non-destructive testing approaches to ensure reliable part quality.
• Communicate roadmap and developments to leadership and stakeholders.

Skills

Materials science

Additive manufacturing

Program management

Aerospace industry

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Materials Science or related Engineering

Job description

Job Description Summary

Are you ready to see your future take flight? At GE Aerospace, we are advancing aviation technologies for today and tomorrow. Your work will contribute to the production of advanced jet engines, components, and integrated systems that power commercial and military aircraft. You’ll be part of a team that embraces your drive, your curiosity, and your unique ideas and perspectives. Most importantly, you’ll share in our pride and purpose that affects the lives of millions around the world! The Metallic Additive Materials Application Engineer provides materials expertise and technical leadership for multiple materials across a variety of additive components. As a part of GE Aerospace’s collaborative Additive Integrated Product Team, you will use your materials expertise and program management skills to set the strategy and lead key alloy and modality development programs in support of our commercial and military aviation products. You will partner with manufacturing, design, sourcing, and quality engineers and utilize daily management to drive technology and production readiness. These critical technologies could include but not limited to EBM (Electron Beam Melting), Binder Jet, Cold Spray, DED (Directed Energy Deposition), and as well as DMLM (Direct Metal Laser Melting) in several alloys including Titanium, Aluminum, Nickel, and Cobalt-based alloys.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Partner with design engineering, Supply Chain, and Colibrium to increase additive manufacturing capacity/productivity and maintain product quality through effective quality and SPS planning
• Provide technical guidance and encourage communication between practicing additive MAEs, manufacturing, and design regarding developments in additive manufacturing technology and capability development to influence outcomes
• Provide MAE support for additively manufactured hardware, partnering with design and manufacturing to ensure designs are producible and will meet product intent
• Lead collaborative cross-functional teams and execute technical projects & programs required to reduce technical risk associated with new additive materials and machines, building and leveraging domain expertise
• Design and conduct studies to characterize the impact of variation within manufacturing process windows, and use results to recommend updates to specifications, technical plans, and standard work instructions
• Proactively identify lessons learned and best practices and encourage appropriate documentation
• Apply structural problem-solving tools like TOPS8D, DMAIC, and RCCA in order to lead effective cross-functional teams in finding rapid solutions and generating lasting impact to processes; serve as mentor to others in these tools
• Influence standard work for quality assurance through ownership and/or authorship of key specifications controlling powder, printed castings, and finished part standards; drive efficiency in processes and update additive specifications as needed
• Advocate for Lean processes that reduce waste and improve quality; examine current processes and practices to reduce manufacturing and quality assurance cycle time and cost, while maintaining quality and safety
• Lead or support efforts to ensure part quality with a reduced reliance on physical testing and an increased reliance on non-destructive methods including but not limited to in-process monitoring approaches
• Communicate significant developments with leadership and consult on technical roadmap development
• Demonstrate leadership in communicating business goals, program, and processes for an area or business segment

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Materials Science or closely related Engineering discipline
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a materials science engineering position or related additive manufacturing position.
• Desired Characteristics Preference to 5 years of experience in a materials science engineering position or related additive manufacturing position. Significant experience in a complex industrial environment (aerospace desired) with materials application engineering, materials development, and/or engineering program management.
• Subject matter expert in key technical area of material science, or breadth across multiple disciplines.
• In-depth understanding of metallurgy, manufacturing processes and inspections associated with aircraft engine parts.
• Understanding of processing vs. property trades & material data application.
• Strong oral and written communication skills, particularly around technical documentation
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills with the ability to manage difficult situations and foster positive outcomes under pressure
• Able to communicate complex problems and ideas with clarity to different types of audiences.
• Self‑motivated and able to work independently and in teams. The ability to plan and coordinate several projects simultaneously.
• Effective problem identification and solution skills. Proven analytical and organizational ability.
• Experience with aerospace or gas turbine industry manufacturing, quality systems and development.
• Experience with primary processing (forging, casting, additive, & heat treatment) of aircraft engine parts (structures and/or rotating parts & materials) Proven self‑starter and independent worker able to work with cross‑functional teams.
• Ability to guide and influence others, especially those not in a direct reporting position
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems Program management skills; ability to develop, document, market, and execute programs

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.

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 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.