Lead Materials Engineer

GE Aerospace

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Muskegon, MI - USA

profile Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed
Posted on: Yesterday
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

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Job Description Summary

The GE Aerospace team in Muskegon Michigan is seeking a Lead Materials Engineer for both process development and component production in the broad area of this position you will be responsible for technical/production support process/product development and optimization processes for GE Aerospace gas turbine components. You will participate in moderate scope project teams producing new designs and processes utilizing Lean tools and methodologies to positively impact the business metrics. Our preferred candidate has a strong hands-on work ethic and a passion for excellence. This person would have the ability to learn fast and be able to work both independently and as part of a team both internally and within the larger GE Aerospace Turbine Airfoils Value Stream.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities:

  • Assist in leading and is accountable for new product development activities within specified product line(s)
  • Maintain the status of all development activities and appropriately communicates with internal and external customers
  • Conduct process trials and validation runs collecting and analyzing data to ensure processes are optimized.
  • Apply CI tools and concepts on product/process subsystems or manufacturing systems
  • Optimize the production processes using a robust lean problem-solving methodology with quantifiable impact to business metrics
  • Develop KPIs to effectively manage process and product outcomes
  • Utilize project management skills to lead assigned projects/programs to successful completion considering technical budgetary manpower and schedule requirements
  • Collaborate effectively in a multi-disciplinary team environment to develop component designs and repairs which meet site and customer requirements for cost performance and durability
  • Assist in making technical decisions on product/process design and provide definition to the team to ensure mutual success
  • Own technical aspects of assigned components and/or processes from initial concept through all manufacturing stages
  • Identify develop and implement tooling/equipment improvements
  • Troubleshoot process/production problems and implement actions/solutions monitor sustainability of actions and report out results
  • Ensure a thorough and effective transition of new products and processes into production
  • Prepare and deliver presentations of work to all levels of external and internal customers
  • Train less experienced technical staff and production operators
  • Work in laboratory and shop floor environments
  • Coordinate development of process planningincorporating customer requirements and coordinating reviews with GE quality and production personnel

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelors Degree from an accredited college or university (or a high school diploma / GED with a minimum of 4 years of manufacturing experience)
  • At least an additional 3 years of manufacturing experience

Desired Characteristics:

  • Bachelors Degree in Materials Science Ceramic Engineering Chemical Engineering or Chemistry
  • Experience in Process Engineering
  • Experience in Project Management
  • Advanced knowledge of superalloys
  • Working knowledge of diffusion coatings
  • Experience in thermal barrier coatings
  • Experience in manufacturing of hot section aero-engine components
  • Six Sigma Green Belt
  • Working knowledge of robotics programming
  • Experience in Minitab or similar statistical software
  • Exposure and participation in NADCAP audits for Diffusion and/or Overlay coatings
  • Humble: respectful receptive agile eager to learn
  • Transparent: shares critical information speaks with candor contributes constructively
  • Focused: quick learner strategically prioritizes work committed
  • Leadership ability: strong communicator decision-maker collaborative
  • Problem solver: analytical-minded challenges existing processes critical thinker

GE Aerospace offers comprehensive benefits and programs to support your health and along with programs like HealthAhead your physical emotional financial and social wellbeing. Healthcare benefits include medical dental vision and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach from GE Aerospace; and the Employee Assistance Program which provides 24/7 confidential assessment counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance adoption assistance paid parental leave disability insurance life insurance and paid time-off for vacation or illness.

GE Aerospace (General Electric Company or the Company) and its affiliates each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e. is a Sponsor). Each Sponsor reserves the right to terminate amend suspend replace or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a Sponsors welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.

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)).

Additional Information

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


Required Experience:

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