Lead Metallic Materials Application Engineer

GE Aerospace•Evendale, OH

2d•$112,000 - $149,000•Remote

About The Position

GE Aerospace’s Military Materials Systems (MMS) organization is seeking a Lead Metallic Materials Application Engineer to provide materials and processes (M&P) definition, qualification, and lifecycle support for engine hardware and systems. The role ensures hardware meets program requirements and aligns with manufacturing and inspection capabilities. The engineer partners with design, quality, manufacturing, and supply chain teams to achieve business objectives and ensure the safety of assigned hardware. The position is based in Evendale, Ohio. Onsite work is strongly preferred, though remote or hybrid arrangements may be considered for the right candidate. The role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information and the ability to establish U.S. Person status. It also requires obtaining and maintaining U.S. Government Security Clearance; U.S. citizenship is a prerequisite for clearance. Relocation assistance is provided. The base pay range is $112,000–$149,000, with eligibility for an annual discretionary bonus. The posting is expected to close on October 31, 2026.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Materials Engineering, Materials Science, or Metallurgy, or a high school diploma/GED and at least 7 years of engineering experience.
At least 3 years of engineering experience.
Ability to obtain and maintain U.S. Government Security Clearance; U.S. citizenship is a prerequisite for clearance.
Ability to prove U.S. Person status as a U.S. lawful permanent resident, U.S. citizen, or person granted asylee or refugee status.
Legally authorized to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Experience with nickel- and cobalt-base superalloys, titanium alloys, and/or high-strength steels.
Experience with aerospace quality systems, supplier quality, and/or field support.
Knowledge of manufacturing and special processes such as casting, forging, heat treatment, and coatings.
Experience with failure analysis and materials characterization, such as metallography, SEM/EDS, and fractography.
Understanding of the mechanical behavior of metals, including fatigue, creep, and fracture, and its relationship to processing and microstructure.
Familiarity with aerospace material and process specifications such as AMS, ASTM, and military specifications.
Ability to coordinate several projects simultaneously and strategically prioritize work.
Self-starter with demonstrated ability to solve technical problems and drive them to closure.
Proven facilitation and collaboration skills in multidisciplinary teams.
Active Secret or Top Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

Interpret design requirements affecting materials and processes for assigned hardware and provide M&P guidance to design and manufacturing teams.
Define M&P for assigned hardware and review and approve hardware drawings and design changes.
Set qualification requirements and disposition initial part qualifications and subsequent process and source changes.
Disposition manufacturing nonconformances and support supplier process reviews with quality and supply chain teams.
Lead root cause investigations of M&P-related problems in manufacturing and in the field, and drive corrective actions and read-across activities.
Identify M&P technology gaps and update M&P technology strategies.
Apply lessons learned and best practices from field experience, manufacturing changes, property evaluations, and development programs.
Communicate hardware M&P status and results to team members and leadership.
Author technical reports documenting key M&P decisions.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
Access to a Health Coach and the Employee Assistance Program, including confidential assessment, counseling, and referral services.
GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan, including a 401(k) savings plan with company matching and company retirement contributions.
Access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants.
Tuition assistance.
Adoption assistance.
Paid parental leave.
Disability insurance.
Life insurance.
Paid time off for vacation or illness.
Annual discretionary bonus eligibility.
Relocation assistance.
Professional development.