Job Description Summary
The Manufacturing Engineer develops and improves manufacturing processes for various work areas at Strother including CFM, CF34-8, CF34-10 & Passport 20 Engine Overhaul. The manufacturing engineer must provide a safe, high quality and cost efficient process for operations. The manufacturing engineer must work with other disciplines to provide tooling, fixtures, equipment and procedures to perform the work specified. Specific focus will be on precision machining, assembly, and other special processes.
Job Description
Job Title: Manufacturing Engineer-3
Company Intro/About Us: GE Aerospace is a world-leading provider of jet engines, components, and integrated systems for commercial and military aircraft. At GE Aerospace, we are dedicated to pushing the boundaries of aviation technology to create a safer, more efficient, and sustainable future. Working here means being part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
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Site, Business, OR Functional Area Overview: At our Strother site in Arkansas, we focus on the overhaul of CFM, CF34-8, CF34-10, and Passport 20 engines. Our team is committed to maintaining a safe, high-quality, and cost-efficient environment. We pride ourselves on our inclusive culture, dedication to DEIB, and comprehensive employee benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, and professional development opportunities.
Role Overview: As a Manufacturing Engineer, you will develop and improve manufacturing processes for various work areas at Strother. This role is on-site and involves working with other disciplines to provide tooling, fixtures, equipment, and procedures to perform the specified work. Your focus will be on precision machining, assembly, and other special processes.
- Determine safe manufacturing processes that produce a quality product in the most efficient method possible.
- Assist Production Supervisors and production employees in resolving manufacturing process problems through root cause analysis and permanent corrective action.
- Evaluate manufacturing processes by designing and conducting research trials; applying knowledge of product design, fabrication, machining, tooling, and materials; conferring with equipment vendors; soliciting observations from operators.
- Work cross-functionally with quality and design engineers to ensure that new processes achieve established metrics.
- Translate technical processes and methods to train and empower production employees in the manufacturing techniques required for greatest yield, effectiveness, and equipment capability.
- Support and meet production schedules, driving productivity, and quality initiatives all within budget boundaries.
- Utilize lean principles to improve manufacturing efficiency by optimizing and planning workflow, space requirements, equipment organization, and equipment layout.
- Investigate and apply new technology.
- Promote and build a positive working relationship with hourly team members.
The Ideal Candidate: The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented and innovative engineer with a passion for manufacturing technology. They thrive in collaborative environments and are committed to continuous learning and improvement.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or institution (OR a High school diploma/GED with a minimum of 4 years of experience in manufacturing, engineering, quality, materials, technology).
- A minimum of 3 years in manufacturing, engineering, quality, materials, technology.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Knowledgeable in GD&T, print reading.
- Knowledge of precision machining - including metal cutting principles, work holding, tool holding, and chip mechanics.
- Effective problem identification and solution skills.
- Ability to analyze problems, identify root causes, and provide efficient solutions using structured methodologies such as Root Cause Analysis (RCA), five-why, etc.
- Communicate effectively with operators, peers, and management, in both written and oral manners.
- Ability to handle diverse activities simultaneously.
- Six Sigma or equivalent Quality training.
- Strong influencing skills.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Ability to work in a matrix organization.
Additional Information:
- Full-time position with standard shift hours.
- Background and drug screening required.
- Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds.
- Work environment includes exposure to manufacturing areas.
Closing: Join GE Aerospace and be part of a team that is shaping the future of aviation. This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. Therefore, for applicants who are not asylees, refugees, lawful permanent residents, or U.S. Citizens (i.e., not a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), otherwise known as a U.S. Person), final offers will be contingent on the ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.
This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. Therefore, for applicants who are not asylees, refugees, lawful permanent residents or U.S. Citizens (i.e., not a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), otherwise known as a U.S. Person), final offers will be contingent on the ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.
Additional Information
GE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Aerospace 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 Aerospace 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