GE Aerospace · 15 hours ago
Lead Manufacturing Engineer
Asheville, NC
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
4+ years expGE Aerospace is a leader in aviation technology and is seeking a Lead Manufacturing Engineer to enhance manufacturing processes for aircraft engine components. The role involves leading process improvements, optimizing manufacturing yield and costs, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure product quality and efficiency.
AerospaceCommercialManufacturing
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Research & implement manufacturing technologies to achieve continuous improvement targets
Prepare job documentation, including clearly written work instructions and tool sheets
Lead and conduct process improvement & optimization activities in support of manufacturing yield, cycle, cost, safety, & inventory
Work within cross-functional teaming organization spanning production, quality, product design engineering, sourcing, etc
Achieve error-proofing & maximize equipment utilization through implementation of closed loop machining (part probing, tool probing, etc)
Lead and conduct process improvement & optimization activities in support of manufacturing yield, cycle, cost, safety, & inventory
Assist in solving manufacturing quality issues using root cause analysis & implementing corrective actions
Present to senior leaders in specific technical space and on cross functional teams how technologies interconnect, contribute to our overall site strategy, and support value stream
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field from an accredited university or college + 3 years of experience in manufacturing
Minimum of 4 years of experience in Manufacturing
Lean experience required
Preferred
5 years plus experience within the aerospace manufacturing industry particularly in machining aerospace alloys (turning, milling, grinding)
Masters degree in engineering or related field preferred
Experience with NPI for aerospace rotating parts
Previous experience creating machining programs using CAM Software (Siemens NX experience preferred)
Previous experience with CAD, 3D solid modeling and fixture/tooling design (Siemens NX experience preferred)
Ability to influence and lead small teams
Six Sigma Green Belt or equivalent quality training preferred
Ability to read & understand CNC machine code (G & M code programming)
Works well independently and within cross-functional group settings
Quick learner with passion for implementing new technologies & methods
Curious, Creative, & passionate about life-long learning
Project management skills including experience with purchasing and commissioning capital equipment
Effective problem identification and solution skills
Strong oral & written communication skills
Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
Benefits
Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
Access to a Health Coach from GE Aerospace
The Employee Assistance Program, which provides 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services
The GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan
A 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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