Manufacturing Engineer

GE Aerospace • Auburn, AL

15d • Onsite

About The Position

Engineering associated with the manufacturing process. Responsible for departmental operations planning/execution or is focused on execution of professional activities within a technical discipline. Functions with some autonomy but guided by established policies or review of end results. The job allows modification of procedures and practices covering work as long as the end results meet standards of acceptability (quality, volume, timeliness etc.).

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

• 10 years experience working in a manufacturing engineering support role
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems.
• Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs.
• Established project management skills.
• Additive manufacturing experience supporting metal additive manufacturing in production (e.g., parameter control, build documentation, post-processing flow, yield improvement)
• NPI/industrialization experience with manufacturing readiness, ramp planning, and production release/handoff for new products/processes
• Quality & controls familiarity with process risk and control methods (PFMEA, control plans, process qualifications/validations, inspection planning)
• Data & rigor with strong data analysis skills; able to connect process inputs to outputs and quality outcomes
• Communicate using effective oral and written communication; ability to align stakeholders and drive closure
• Work in a highly organized, meticulous attention to detail, comfortable operating with limited direction within standard procedures
• Continuous improvement with demonstrated initiative to learn quickly and improve processes without relying on formal training

Responsibilities

• Own NPI manufacturing readiness for assigned AM parts, from early build through production release (process definition, planning, documentation, controls).
• Develop and maintain manufacturing routers and production planning for new part introductions, including operation sequence, inspection points, and acceptance criteria alignment.
• Define and validate process requirements for metal AM builds (critical-to-quality characteristics, key process parameters, process windows) in partnership with Quality and Engineering.
• Establish/maintain machine programming and build setup standards (where applicable), ensuring programs, parameters, and revisions are controlled and production-ready.
• Plan and execute build-to-build learning: capture issues, lead root cause, implement corrective actions, and document lessons learned into standard work.
• Lead cross-functional execution of NPI deliverables (Manufacturing, Quality, Design Engineering, Supply Chain, Facilities/EHS) to meet program cost, schedule, and quality targets.
• Drive process capability and variation reduction using Six Sigma tools (baseline capability, identify drivers, implement controls, verify effectiveness).
• Identify, prioritize, and execute waste reduction opportunities using Lean principles during ramp and stabilization (cycle time, yield, rework, scrap, WIP, material flow).
• Own change management for NPI process maturation: coordinate ECO/PCO impacts, update documentation, and ensure training and readiness before release.
• Support PFMEA/control plan/process control development (or equivalent risk/control methods) and ensure these are reflected in planning and training.
• Train, qualify, and support production associates on new/changed processes; confirm adherence and escalate gaps through appropriate coaching/leadership channels.
• Transition processes to sustaining ownership: ensure stable process performance, complete documentation, and clear ownership of post-release support.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits and programs to support your health and wellbeing
• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
• Access to a Health Coach from GE Aerospace
• Employee Assistance Program (24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services)
• GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan, a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level