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GE Aerospace · 2 weeks ago

Tool Design Leader

North Clarendon, VT

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$98K/yr - $131K/yr

3+ years exp

GE Aerospace is seeking an experienced and skilled Tool Design Leader to manage and guide a team of tool designers. This role is responsible for overseeing the entire tool design lifecycle, delivering efficient and precise tooling solutions aligned with production requirements.

AerospaceCommercialManufacturing

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Lead and mentor a team of 15–20 tool designers, fostering a collaborative and high-performing work environment

Oversee the design and development of tooling solutions, such as fixtures, jigs, gauges, and dies, ensuring they meet project specifications and industry standards

Utilize NX CAD/CAM/CAE software extensively to create and refine designs while maintaining guidelines

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure tooling solutions integrate seamlessly with production processes

Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement solutions to enhance efficiency and quality using lean manufacturing principles

Conduct root cause analysis for tooling failures and develop corrective actions to prevent recurrence

Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to budget constraints

Stay informed on industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices to drive innovation in tooling design

Utilize ATP (Automated Tooling Program) software to manage design and build requests, mentor users on software abilities

Ability to provide tooling cost quotes

Qualification

NX CAD/CAM/CAETool design experienceLean manufacturing principlesAutomated Tooling ProgramProblem solverPeople Leader experienceLeadership abilityCommunication skills

Required

Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college (Or a high school diploma / GED with a minimum of 4 years of experience in tool design) PLUS a minimum of 3 years of experience in tool design