GE Aerospace · 1 month ago
ID&B Adv Lead Emerging Technology Engineer – Friction Stir Welding
GE Aerospace is focused on advancing technology in aerospace manufacturing, and they are seeking a Lead Emerging Technology Engineer specializing in friction stir welding. The role involves leading the development of advanced manufacturing processes, managing multi-year initiatives, and collaborating with various teams to ensure the successful implementation of new technologies.
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Responsibilities
Provide technical direction for a specific technology with significant business impact using engineering principles and adhering to business standards, practices, procedures, and product/program requirements
Provide manufacturing consultation and input on practices and standards, including initial development needs and cost predictions to aid in key strategic decisions
Participate in cross-functional team meetings including design engineering, quality, materials and manufacturing with a goal of defining requirements for the new technology
Work collaboratively with Design and Systems Engineering teams, GRC, production and global sites to formulate technical solutions that align with long term business objectives
Participate as a presenter or reviewer in technical and program reviews, while communicating with the customer or program manager to assure a robust technology will be able to be delivered
Remain current in the state of the art within own technical specialty for new products introduction activity, performance improvements, cost reductions and problem resolutions
Serve as a leader in defining the state of the art in own technical specialty to anticipate, develop and apply technology to current and future business opportunities
Partner with Design Boards, Manufacturing pyramids and TRL owners to industrialize design and technologies
Develop plans and standard work for the implementation of new technologies and processes related to manufacturing of parts
Assure proper documentation of technical data generated for the assigned projects and/or tasks consistent with engineering policies and procedures
Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and a FLIGHT DECK mentality within the manufacturing organization
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Manufacturing, Engineering, or a related technical discipline from an accredited College or University
Minimum of 3 years of relevant Manufacturing and / or Engineering experience (or a high school diploma / GED with at least 6 years of experience in Manufacturing and / or Engineering experience experience)
Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening
This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. Therefore, employment will be contingent upon the ability to prove that you meet the status of a U.S. Person as one of the following: U.S. lawful permanent resident, U.S. Citizen, have been granted asylee or refugee status (i.e., a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3))
Preferred
Master's Degree in Engineering from an accredited college or university
Previous friction-stir welding process or application development experience
Previous experience implementing friction-stir welding processes within an aerospace manufacturing setting
Previous development hardware ownership
Previous technology development experience
Experience with manufacturing specifications
Experience with machine bid/buy specifications
Working experience with GE Aerospace quality system
Ability to guide and lead others not in a direct reporting relationship
Ability to execute with new and unclear requirements & goals
Ability to work in a matrix organization
Ability to effectively manage changing and conflicting priorities and resolve appropriately
Ability to analyze problems, identify root causes and provide efficient solutions
Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
Transparent: shares critical information, speaks with candor, contributes constructively
Problem solver: analytical-minded, challenges existing processes, critical thinker
Strong oral and written communication skills
Benefits
Relocation Assistance Provided
Company
GE Aerospace
GE Aerospace is a provider of jet and turboprop engines, as well as integrated systems.
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
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