Sub-Section Manager - NPI/NTI Manufacturing Engineering

GE Aerospace; Norwich (CT); On-site; USD 116,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401(k) savings plan

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

GE Aerospace’s Unison division in Norwich, CT seeks a Sub-Section Manager for NTI/NPI Manufacturing Engineering. You will lead an engineering team, shape manufacturing process development, and guide projects with senior management.

Compliance with UIEP 4.2, APQP, and AS13100 is essential, along with strong cross-functional collaboration and problem solving. The role demands a bachelor’s degree with 5+ years in industrial/manufacturing engineering or a HS diploma with 9+ years, and offers a base

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree plus 5+ years industrial/manufacturing/design engineering experience, preferably within NPI.
• Alternative: HS diploma with 9+ years industrial/manufacturing/design engineering experience, preferably within NPI.
• Experience leading manufacturing/engineering teams and working with cross-functional groups.
• Familiarity with APQP, UIEP 4.2, AS13100 and Manufacturing Readiness Level (MRL).

Responsibilities

• Lead a manufacturing engineering team for NTI/NPI processes.
• Mentor staff on Unison policies, procedures and product development.
• Support labor/tooling estimates for bids and proposals as needed.
• Participate in design/manufacturing reviews and policy development.
• Lead programs with moderate risk and resource requirements.
• Communicate clearly to stakeholders and demonstrate leadership.

Skills

Team leadership

Manufacturing engineering

NPI/NTI process

Project management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

High School Diploma or GED + 9 years experience

Job description

Sub-Section Manager - NPI/NTI Manufacturing EngineeringWe use cookies to personalize and enhance your experience on our site. Visit our Privacy Policy to learn more or manage your personal preferences in our **Cookie Consent Tool**. By using our site, you agree to our use of cookies.### Sub-Section Manager - NPI/NTI Manufacturing EngineeringApply: Norwich: Full time: Posted Yesterday: R5042000# ****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. Leads Engineering team with focus on the manufacturing process development. Impacts strategy, projects and programs in the functional area or affected business organization. Impacts quality, efficiency and effectiveness of own team. Has significant input into priorities. Guided by professional practices and policies that are shaped by the role. The role has moderate autonomy, requiring high levels of operational judgment.# **Job Description****Roles and Responsibilities:*** Lead a specific team of manufacturing engineers for the NTI/NPI process.* Provide direction and mentoring on Unison policies and procedures.* Provide direction and mentoring on Unison product development including compliance with (Unison procedure) UIEP 4.2 and (Industry Standard) APQP guidelines.* Provide direction and mentoring on (Industry Standard) AS13100 compliance.* Provide direction and mentoring on Manufacturing Readiness Level (MRL) (DOD Standard) Assessment and advancement for products.* Support estimating of labor and tooling / equipment needs for bid and proposal efforts as required.* Provide input to necessary business P&E estimates* Support design and manufacturing reviews as required.* Manufacturing engineering direction of tasks that do not require 4-year degree. Primarily tactical responsibilities. This does not include general administrative work.* Typically a 1st line manager of professionals or a 2nd line manager of a professional department. Developing specialized knowledge in their discipline. Serves as best practice/quality resource for a team of Manufacturing Engineers. Has awareness of latest technical developments in own area. Contributes towards strategy and policy development and ensures delivery within area of responsibility.* Able to lead an RCCA activity as required.* Has in-depth knowledge of best practices and how own area integrates with others; has working knowledge of competition and the factors that differentiate them in the market* Uses judgment to make decisions or solve moderately complex tasks or problems in areas of operational/product management, manufacturing, technology or engineering. Takes new perspective on existing solutions. Uses technical experience and expertise for data analysis to support recommendations. Uses multiple internal and limited external sources outside of own function to arrive at decisions.* Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience. May lead small projects with moderate risks and resource requirements. Explains difficult or sensitive information; works to build consensus. Developing persuasion skills required to influence others on topics within field.**Required Minimum Qualifications:**Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university plus a minimum of 5 years of Industrial / Manufacturing /Design Engineering experience, preferably within NPI, OR; a High School Diploma / GED with a minimum of 9 years of Industrial / Manufacturing / Design Engineering experience, preferably within NPI.**Desired Characteristics & Experience:*** Prior management experience of a technical team.* Understanding of Unison product development policies and procedures.* Understanding of various Unison product families.* Understanding of the overall NTI/NPI development process and relationship to the Unison Tollgate process.* Understanding of Unison bid and proposal opportunities process and general business processes.* Strong oral and written communication skills. Strong interpersonal and leadership skills. Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems. Demonstrated ability to lead programs / projects. Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs. Established project management skillsThe base pay range for this position is $116,000 to $155,000 annually. 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 October 30th, 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