Supplier Support Manufacturing Engineer (Remote | 50% Travel)

GE Aerospace; San Juan (PR); Remote; USD 136,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel opportunities

Job summary

GE Aerospace is seeking a Supplier Support Manufacturing Engineer to address part shortages and drive supplier performance toward CTB targets. The role requires a hands-on approach to supplier management, including deployment to supplier locations to resolve issues and mitigate disruptions.

In this role you will uphold GE’s SQDC commitments and ensure delivery commitments are met, with up to 50% travel to supplier sites and cross-functional collaboration with procurement, engineering, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university
• At least 5 years of Manufacturing Engineering Operations experience

Responsibilities

• Proactive Shortage Management: Monitor supplier performance to identify potential part shortages weeks in advance. Develop and implement recovery plans to mitigate supply chain risks and ensure consistent part coverage.
• Supplier Collaboration: Partner with suppliers to address root causes of delays, implement corrective actions, and foster strong relationships for continuous improvement.
• Sub-Tier Process Oversight: Manage supplier sub-tier processes, including coatings, peening, NDT, and other critical services to ensure quality and delivery Standards.
• Problem-Solving Leadership: Lead creative solutions for complex manufacturing processes involving technical variety and interdependent production cycles.
• On-Site Support: Deploy to supplier locations as needed to provide hands‑on support, drive recovery efforts, and align production schedules.
• Performance Improvement: Analyze supplier processes to identify improvement opportunities, implement lean principles, and optimize operations for delivery performance.
• Cross-Functional Coordination: Collaborate with procurement, engineering, and operations to align recovery efforts with business objectives.
• Data Analysis and Reporting: Track supplier performance metrics, provide updates, and use data-driven insights for long‑term solutions.
• Production Process Control: Define and oversee production processes, including tooling and equipment validation, aligned with specs and shop floor applications.
• Strategic Decision-Making: Interpret business challenges and industry trends to suggest best practices for product/process improvements.
• Leadership and Communication: Lead teams or projects, present solutions to leadership, and influence stakeholders.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

GE Aerospace is seeking a Supplier Support Manufacturing Engineer to address part shortages and drive supplier performance toward CTB targets. The role requires a hands-on approach to supplier management, including deployment to supplier locations to resolve issues and mitigate disruptions.

In this role you will uphold GE’s SQDC commitments and ensure delivery commitments are met, with up to 50% travel to supplier sites and cross-functional collaboration with procurement, engineering, and