GE Aerospace · 2 months ago
Senior Process Engineer - Fiber Handling Engineer
Huntsville
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expGE Aerospace is a leader in the industrialization of ceramic matrix composites for military and commercial jet engines. The Senior Process Engineer will support the Huntsville site by improving processes for producing silicon carbide-based tow and increasing machine effectiveness through various engineering projects.
AerospaceCommercialManufacturing
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Serve as site subject matter expert in understanding how SiC based tow interacts with mechanical systems for the transport of tow
Utilize fundamentals related to how characteristics of the tow impact the ability to effectively move tow without filament failure. In addition, the candidate is expected to be the site expert in the mechanical systems for transporting the tow
Utilize Six Sigma related tools to drive effective problem solving related to failures associated with the movement of tow
Take a lead role in any efforts to redesign systems associated with the movement of SiC tow
Support manufacturing teams as they root cause failures/ issues associated with the movement of tow and the behavior of tow in tow transport processes
Mentor engineers and technicians in understanding critical parameters/ characteristics that impact successful transport of SiC tow
Support Maintenance and Reliability organizations in setting up appropriate PM’s around tow transport systems and/or troubleshooting transport systems
Qualification
Required
Minimum B.S. degree in Mechanical Engineering, Material Sciences, or Ceramic Engineering
Minimum of 10 years of experience in fiber related industry such as carbon fiber
Preferred
Ability to apply strong fundamentals in fiber processing to practical problems
Data driven- relies heavily on data to drive decisions
Strong written and oral communication skills. Able to explain complex issues to a wide array of audiences
Ability to prioritize 'the many' problems/ opportunities down to the 'vital few' and generate action plans to address
Humble: respectful, receptive, agile, eager to learn
Transparent: shares critical information, speaks with candor, contributes constructively
Focused: quick learner, strategically prioritizes work, committed
Leadership abilities: strong communicator, decision-maker, collaborative with cross-functional teams
Good understanding of failure analysis/ problem solving tools (5-Why, RCA, DMAIC, FMEA)
Benefits
Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
Access to a Health Coach from GE Aerospace
Employee Assistance Program, which provides 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services
GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan
401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions
Access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants
Tuition assistance
Adoption assistance
Paid parental leave
Disability insurance
Life insurance
Paid time-off for vacation or illness
Company
GE Aerospace
GE Aerospace is a provider of jet and turboprop engines, as well as integrated systems.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$2.01BKey Investors
JobsOhioUS Department of EnergyAir Force Research Laboratory
2025-07-22Post Ipo Debt· $2B
2025-01-10Grant· $9M
2024-04-02IPO
Leadership Team
Amy Gowder
President and CEO Defense and Systems
H. Lawrence Culp
Chairman & CEO, GE Aerospace
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