CMC Component Design EIS Sub-Section Manager

GE Aerospace • Asheville, NC

13h

About The Position

You will play a critical role in: ~ Ensuring successful GE9X entry into service ~ Keeping the LEAP fleet flying reliably ~ Driving continuous improvement in how we design and manufacture CMC components You will work closely with: ~ Manufacturing site leaders and shop teams ~ Evendale-based component design teams ~ Cross-functional partners in quality, supply chain, and services Job Description This is a strong opportunity for an experienced CMC or manufacturing engineering leader to step into a people-leadership role while staying close to the factory and the product.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from an accredited university or college
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in CMC design engineering and/or manufacturing (such as CMC component design, manufacturing process development, or shop support)
• 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)).

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a manufacturing environment , including frequent interaction with shop floor teams
• Strong oral and written communication skills , with the ability to clearly explain technical topics and align diverse stakeholders
• Proven interpersonal and leadership skills , with the ability to build trust, influence, and lead teams through change
• Demonstrated problem-solving ability , especially at the intersection of design, materials, and manufacturing processes
• Experience leading programs or projects , driving alignment on scope, schedule, and deliverables
• Ability to document, plan, and execute programs , coordinating across multiple teams and functions
• Established project management skills , including use of metrics and standard work to run the operation and drive continuous improvement

Responsibilities

• Lead the CMC Component Design EIS team in the shop, fostering a culture of collaboration, ownership, and continuous improvement
• Champion Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost (SQDC) with safety as the top priority
• Serve as the primary design engineering focal for the manufacturing team, partnering with site leadership to resolve build issues and improve producibility
• Drive NPI and EIS execution for GE9X and support continued performance for LEAP, including projects critical to fleet reliability and entry-into-service readiness
• Apply FLIGHT DECK principles to streamline engineering processes, reduce waste, standardize best practices, and improve responsiveness to the factory
• Provide technical leadership on CMC design, durability, and manufacturability; review engineering work and guide complex problem-solving
• Support fleet and field issues related to CMC components by partnering with services and field teams to identify root cause and implement corrective actions
• Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) for design support, responsiveness, quality, and project execution, and use data to prioritize work
• Develop talent within the team through coaching, mentoring, training, and succession planning to ensure long-term capability and continuity

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees