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Lead Manufacturing Engineer

AT GE Aerospace
GE Aerospace

Lead Manufacturing Engineer

Jacksonville, FL

Job Description Summary

As a Manufacturing Engineer, you will engage in engineering tasks related to the manufacturing process, significantly impacting departmental operations. Your responsibilities will include planning and execution, with a focus on adhering to established functional practices and procedures. While the role offers some autonomy, it primarily involves executing activities within a defined operating discipline, typically exercising judgment with guidance. The Unison facility at the GE Aerospace site in Jacksonville is notable for its dual capabilities, manufacturing electronic component parts and operating a Repair & Overhaul shop for GE Aerospace Engines. Our climate-controlled facility promotes diversity and career advancement, supported by 9 active employee resource groups.

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Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

  • Define and control production processes, including the selection and maintenance of tooling and equipment.
  • Validate design specifications and ensure their practical application on the shop floor for new products, tools, or equipment.
  • Develop in-depth knowledge of technical disciplines relevant to manufacturing and production.
  • Utilize prior experience and technical expertise to execute company policies and strategies.
  • Understand key business drivers and use this knowledge to achieve work objectives.
  • Integrate the work of your team with other teams to contribute to overall business goals.
  • Exercise judgment to propose innovative solutions within set parameters, with guidance as needed.
  • Solve straightforward tasks using prior experience and on-the-job training.
  • Access and apply technical skills and analytical thinking to resolve problems.
  • Collaborate with multiple internal sources outside of your team to make informed decisions.
  • Provide informal guidance to new team members and contribute to their development.
  • Utilize lean principles to drive continuous improvement and enhance shop floor operator experience.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college, or a high school diploma/GED with at least 7 years of relevant experience in manufacturing and/or engineering).
  • Minimum of 3 years of manufacturing and/or engineering experience.

Desired Characteristics

  • Strong oral and written communication skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems effectively.
  • Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs.
  • Established project management skills.
  • Proven interpersonal skills, with the ability to hire and develop talent as an early people leader.

This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.

Additional Information

GE offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

GE will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes

Client-provided location(s): Jacksonville, FL, USA
Job ID: GE_Aerospace-R3784869
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • FSA With Employer Contribution
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Unlimited Paid Time Off
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Learning and Development Stipend
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)

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