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GE Aerospace · 5 hours ago

Lead Engineer - Controls Engineering

GE Aerospace is a leading company in the aerospace sector, seeking a Lead Controls Engineer for their manufacturing facility in Huntsville, Alabama. This role is essential for managing complex issues, driving business needs, and implementing key projects within the site.

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Responsibilities

Modify various control platforms (PLC, HMI, Alarm Management and DCS) on the site as required
Support hardware and networking security and reliability initiatives
Support Engineers and maintenance in troubleshooting and commissioning of new equipment
Leads and supports Root Cause Failure Analysis and execute corrective actions for complex and/or repetitive problems
Aid in data collection for development of strategic metrics for manufacturing improvements
Provides budget input, specifically to identify Infrastructure and Non-Routine spending requirements
Supports PHA and FMEA as Controls SME and develops recommended solutions
Provides input on project packages for feasibility, reliability, and maintainability prior to construction release

Qualification

Controls EngineeringProcess Safety Management (PSM)PLC ProgrammingInstrumentation KnowledgeElectrical Systems ExperienceHMI SoftwareTroubleshooting SkillsRoot Cause AnalysisTeam Leadership

Required

Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university, or Associates Degree and relevant work experience
Ability and willingness to work off shift, as required
Ability to assume additional responsibilities, as required

Preferred

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from an accredited college or university
Experience with Process Safety Management (PSM)
Hands-on knowledge and experience with various types of instrumentation and electrical systems, equipment, and software
Experience with any of the following platforms: Allen Bradley, Mitsubishi, GE RX3i, GE MarkVIe, Cimplicty HMI

Benefits

Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
Access to a Health Coach from GE Aerospace
Employee Assistance Program
GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan
401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions
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

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GE Aerospace is a provider of jet and turboprop engines, as well as integrated systems.

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$2.01B
Key Investors
JobsOhioUS Department of EnergyAir Force Research Laboratory
2025-07-22Post Ipo Debt· $2B
2025-01-10Grant· $9M
2024-04-02IPO

Leadership Team

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Amy Gowder
President and CEO Defense and Systems
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H. Lawrence Culp
Chairman & CEO, GE Aerospace
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