Lead Manufacturing Engineer

GE Aerospace • Hooksett, NH

7d

About The Position

Lead the standardization and control of processes for CFM BX and PP20 parts across assembly, braze, and wire EDM to make them flow-line ready and stabilize LEAP Flow line performance. Own validation and introduction of tools/equipment, deploy data-driven problem solving and PFMEA/MSA/SPC, and drive measurable improvements in OEE, FPY, Cpk, cycle time, and on-time-to-schedule while coaching teams and coordinating cross-functionally to achieve SQDIP outcomes.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university (or a high school diploma/GED with a minimum of 4 years manufacturing experience) + minimum of 3 years manufacturing engineering experience

Nice To Haves

• Strong communicator who builds cross-functional alignment with Quality, EHS, Supply Chain, and Maintenance.
• Proven problem solver with a data-driven approach (A3/8D/Kata) and the ability to stabilize and improve flow lines.
• Program manager capable of planning and executing equipment/tooling introductions and ECNs while managing risk and schedule.
• Technical degree preferred (Mechanical/Industrial/Manufacturing); solid fundamentals in process engineering.
• Prior experience with machining and high-temperature alloys; exposure to braze and wire EDM controls is a plus.
• Demonstrated use of PFMEA, control plans, MSA/SPC to lift critical features and improve FPY/OEE.
• Leadership through influence: coaches operators and peers, reinforces standard work and visual management.
• Behaviors: humble, transparent, focused, decisive, and collaborative.

Responsibilities

• Define, standardize, and control production processes for CFM BX and PP20 parts to make them flow-line ready—including tooling, fixturing, and equipment—across assembly, braze, and wire EDM.
• Validate design specifications and shop-floor application for new tools and equipment; ensure process readiness for ECNs and ramp-to-rate.
• Monitor and improve key metrics to stabilize and sustain LEAP flow-line performance (e.g., OEE, FPY, on critical features, processing time, on-time-to-schedule) and deploy data-driven countermeasures.
• Apply structured problem solving (A3/8D/KATA), PFMEA, control plans, MSA, and SPC to increase process capability, reduce defects, and improve first-pass yield.
• Use sound judgment to resolve complex, interdependent production issues; propose solutions beyond set parameters to improve takt adherence and reduce cycle time.
• Lead projects, manage risks and resources, and coordinate cross-functionally (Quality, EHS, Supply Chain, Maintenance) to achieve SQDIP objectives.
• Coach and mentor operators and early-career engineers; reinforce standard work, visual controls, and layered accountability to sustain improvements.
• Benchmark best practices and competitive differentiators; integrate learnings to strengthen flow-line performance and special process compliance (e.g., braze).

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