Site Automation Leader

GE Aerospace • Batesville, AR

23h

About The Position

Are you ready to take your passion for robotics and automation to the next level? Join GE Aerospace's Batesville Composite Operation Organization, where we specialize in both PMC (Polymer Matrix Composite) and CMC (Ceramic Matrix Composite) manufacturing. We need your expertise to lead the charge in automation!

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college (or a high school diploma / GED with at least 4 years of experience in Manufacturing)
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in Automation

Nice To Haves

• A degree in Electrical, Mechatronics, Mechanical, Computer Science Engineering, or a related robotics/automation field.
• 1-3 years of experience in robotic programming and simulation (FANUC preferred) or 3-5 years as a robotic cell integration engineer.
• Strong analytical skills, organizational abilities, and resourcefulness in solving applied problems.
• Excellent communication skills, initiative, and a collaborative mindset.
• Familiarity with TCP/IP communication protocols, electrical drawings, debugging electrical wiring, and pneumatic systems.
• Professional-level English proficiency.
• Experience in machine vision, C# programming, and HMI development for manufacturing equipment.
• PLC programming using ladder logic.
• Knowledge of Keyence, Halcon, and other vision products.
• Expertise in FANUC products like CRX collaborative robots, IR Vision, and Force Sensors.

Responsibilities

• Represent the site in the PF Name global automation group, collaborating with process experts, research centers, and R&D labs.
• Identify automation opportunities and implement innovative solutions with cross-functional teams.
• Define and execute the site-level automation strategy, ensuring Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost (SQDC) excellence.
• Lead investment projects, develop standard processes, and support technology transfers across sites.
• Build a technical talent pipeline by mentoring and training team members in automation technologies.
• Apply structured problem-solving methods like Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) and Manufacturing Readiness Assessment (MRA).

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