Manufacturing Engineer/Operations Development

GE Aerospace•Arkansas City, KS

23h•Onsite

About The Position

GE Aerospace is a world-leading provider of jet engines, components, and systems for commercial and military aircraft, committed to innovation, safety, and high-quality solutions that power the future of flight. The company fosters a work environment that values collaboration, respect, and continuous improvement. This career opportunity is situated at an advanced technology engine services overhaul facility, where employees are dedicated to restoring commercial and military jet engines to their fullest functionality, efficiency, and performance. The facility features experienced teams working with plasma, frame and wire spraying, polyurethane and sermetel painting, as well as heat treating, brazing, and TIG welding operations, complemented by a world-class evaluation and testing facility. As a Manufacturing Engineer specializing in special processes, the role involves leveraging expertise in manufacturing technologies to support business goals and programs related to aircraft engine component repair. This on-site position requires a strong foundation in functional skills and knowledge of relevant aircraft engine technologies, and it entails collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop, maintain, and improve manufacturing processes.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college with a minimum of 2 years in manufacturing / process improvement engineering experience (or a high school diploma/GED with a minimum of 6 years of experience in manufacturing)
Ability to support off-shifts and weekends as needed
This role is restricted to U.S. persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, nationals of the United States, asylees, and refugees) due to access to export-controlled technology.
Must pass background and drug screens.
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

Aerospace manufacturing experience
Strong material science background
Ability to coordinate several projects simultaneously

Responsibilities

Develop, maintain, and improve manufacturing special processes, including mechanical cleaning and welding
Conduct metallography evaluations and prepare reports for production and/or new product introduction
Create and maintain manufacturing processes, equipment, and process instructions to ensure process control, stability, and conformance
Drive improvements that lead to cost reduction, productivity enhancements, and product quality improvements
Support repair industrializations aligned with repair readiness levels, including tooling, planning, and equipment
Investigate, develop, and apply new technologies to manufacturing processes
Collaborate with cross-functional teams and other manufacturing engineers to deliver results and drive innovation