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GE Aerospace · 3 days ago

Sr. Manufacturing Engineer - Coatings

Cincinnati, OH

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

GE Aerospace is seeking a highly skilled Senior Manufacturing Engineer specializing in coatings for aerospace and defense applications to join their team. In this role, you will lead the development, optimization, and implementation of advanced coating processes for critical aerospace components, ensuring compliance with industry standards and delivering measurable improvements in Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost (SQDC). You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to support new product introductions and drive continuous improvement.

AerospaceCommercialManufacturing

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and optimize coating processes, including thermal spray coatings, physical vapor deposition (PVD), chemical vapor deposition (CVD), and plasma coatings

Ensure coatings meet stringent aerospace and defense requirements for wear resistance, corrosion protection, thermal insulation, and environmental durability

Develop and maintain process documentation, including work instructions, standard operating procedures, and technical specifications

Provide expertise in advanced coating technologies, including ceramic coatings, metallic coatings, and polymeric coatings

Lead troubleshooting efforts for coating-related manufacturing challenges, such as adhesion issues, surface preparation, and coating uniformity

Stay updated on emerging coating technologies and materials relevant to aerospace and defense applications

Identify and implement lean manufacturing principles to improve coating process efficiency, reduce waste, and enhance productivity

Drive root cause analysis and corrective actions for coating defects or process deviations

Collaborate with the FLIGHT DECK team to align with GE Aerospace’s proprietary lean operating model

Support the introduction of new products by developing robust coating processes for new designs and materials

Partner with design engineering teams to ensure manufacturability and performance of coated components

Conduct feasibility studies and risk assessments for new coating technologies

Oversee MRL development

Ensure all coating processes comply with aerospace and defense industry standards, including NADCAP, AS9100, and customer-specific requirements

Develop and implement quality control measures, including non-destructive testing (NDT) and coating thickness measurement

Promote a culture of safety and ensure adherence to all safety protocols

Work closely with cross-functional teams, including design engineering, quality, supply chain, and operations

Provide training and mentorship to junior engineers and technicians

Communicate technical updates and project progress to stakeholders

Qualification

Coating process developmentAdvanced coating technologiesLean manufacturing principlesNADCAP certificationStatistical process controlProcess simulation toolsProblem-solving skillsCommunication skillsCollaboration abilities

Required

Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university + minimum of 5 years of manufacturing engineering experience

Due to the nature of the duties of this position, this role requires the individual to obtain and maintain US Government Security Clearance; prerequisite for a security clearance is U.S. citizenship