NPD Manufacturing Engineer

Unison; City of Norwich (NY); On-site; USD 69,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Unison, a GE Aerospace company, is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to support NPI/NTI initiatives, ensuring design for manufacturing is prioritized throughout development. You will collaborate with cross‑functional teams, resolve manufacturing challenges, and deliver documentation, tooling and training for efficient, safe production in a lean environment.

You will drive process development, validation and readiness, align APQP with supplier quality, and oversee commissioning of new equipment to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field; or HS diploma with 4+ years in manufacturing/engineering.
• Experience in manufacturing and/or engineering roles.
• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Hands-on problem solving with manufacturing and engineering teams to resolve issues using data-driven approaches.
• Influence design engineering to ensure manufacturability and assembly considerations.
• Conduct hands-on trials and manufacturing of development parts to validate processes.
• Establish robust process parameters for new technologies and systems.
• Define equipment lists, spare requirements, training needs, and safety documentation.
• Lead APQP rollout and cascade critical characteristics into quality systems.
• Oversee installation and commissioning of new equipment and processes to meet SQDC targets.

Skills

NPI

DFM

APQP

FMEA

Lean manufacturing

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

Job Description Summary

Unison, a GE Aerospace company, is the leading provider of differentiated engine controls, accessories, and performance monitoring solutions in the Aerospace, Defense & Space segments. Serving both original equipment manufacturers and aftermarket customers, Unison designs, manufactures and supplies the most advanced components and systems in the world.

The NPD Manufacturing Engineer will support the manufacturing development of NPI (New Product Introduction) and NTI (New Technology Introduction). You will ensure that design for manufacturing (DFM) remains a priority throughout the product development cycle. You will provide feedback and direction to collaborative teams, resolve manufacturing challenges, and deliver documentation, tooling, and training to enable efficient production in a clean and safe manufacturing environment. You will work with relevant functional teams, and ensure safety, quality, delivery and cost objectives are met. This individual will be self-directed and hands‑on with capability to manage multiple tasks within a day and prioritize short term needs requiring immediate attention.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Hands‑on problem solving: Work directly with manufacturing and engineering teams to resolve technical issues using data‑driven approaches and structured methodologies.
• Design collaboration: Influence design engineering to ensure manufacturability and assembly considerations are integrated throughout the product development process.
• Process validation: Conduct hands‑on trials and manufacturing of development parts to validate assembly, metallic component, and related processes and technologies.
• Process development: Establish robust process parameters for new technologies and systems, guiding manufacturing applications and feasibility studies.
• Documentation and training: Define equipment lists, spare requirements, training needs, work instructions, and safety documentation for production and maintenance teams.
• APQP and FMEA: Lead the rollout of Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) and cascade critical characteristics into internal and supplier quality systems.
• System commissioning: Oversee installation and commissioning of new equipment and processes, driving continuous improvement and root cause analysis to meet SQDC targets.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related field from an accredited university or college (or a high school diploma / GED with at least 4 years of experience in manufacturing and/or engineering).

Desired Characteristics

• Associates degree with at least 4 years of experience in manufacturing and/or engineering.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs.
• The ideal candidate should have a good grasp of manufacturing processes, strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, and collaborate effectively across global teams to drive lean, continuous improvement and root cause analysis to meet SQDC targets.

The base pay range for this position is $69,000 to $86,000 per year. 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 September 11th, 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.

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: Yes