Supplier Support Manufacturing Engineer

GE Aerospace•Evendale, OH

1d•$136,000 - $175,000•Remote

About The Position

The Supplier Support Manufacturing Engineer addresses part shortages and ensures supplier performance aligns with Clear to Build (CTB) targets. The role focuses on driving operational performance improvements at suppliers beyond the top 15 most impactful, proactively preventing surprises, and maintaining delivery continuity. It requires hands-on supplier management, including travel to supplier locations as needed to resolve issues, improve performance, and mitigate supply chain disruptions. The position supports GE Aerospace’s Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost (SQDC) priorities and consistent delivery commitments, with up to 50% travel required. The role also requires in-person attendance for New Hire Orientation on Day 1. It requires access to U.S. export-controlled information, so employment is contingent on proving U.S. Person status as a U.S. lawful permanent resident, U.S. citizen, or person granted asylee or refugee status. The position is remote. Relocation assistance is provided.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
At least 5 years of Manufacturing Engineering Operations experience.
Ability to meet U.S. Person status requirements for access to U.S. export-controlled information.
Ability to travel up to 50%.

Nice To Haves

Strong understanding of engineering processes related to manufacturing.
Strong problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills in dynamic situations.
Ability to work independently with high motivation and commitment to delivery-critical work.
Technical expertise in manufacturing processes, supply chain operations, and quality systems.
Experience managing quality processes such as SPS, ECAV, FAI, MRB, CID, and related methodologies.
Demonstrated leadership in program or project management, including planning, execution, and documentation.
Established skills in analyzing and resolving problems, with a focus on driving results.
Humble, respectful, receptive, agile, and eager to learn.
Transparent: shares critical information, speaks candidly, and contributes constructively.
Focused: learns quickly, strategically prioritizes work, and stays committed.
Leadership ability, including strong communication, decision-making, and collaboration skills.
Problem-solving ability, including analytical thinking, challenging existing processes, and critical thinking.

Responsibilities

Monitor supplier performance to identify potential part shortages weeks in advance and develop recovery plans to mitigate supply chain risks and maintain part coverage.
Work with suppliers to identify root causes of delays, implement corrective actions, and support continuous improvement.
Manage supplier sub-tier processes, including coatings, peening, non-destructive testing (NDT), and other critical services, to meet quality and delivery standards.
Lead solutions to complex manufacturing-process issues involving technical variety and interdependent production cycles, using operational, product-management, and engineering techniques.
Deploy to supplier locations as needed to provide hands-on support, drive recovery efforts, and align production schedules.
Analyze supplier processes, identify improvement opportunities, apply lean principles, and optimize operations to improve delivery performance.
Coordinate with procurement, engineering, and operations teams on recovery efforts; communicate supplier performance updates and recovery plans to stakeholders.
Track supplier performance metrics, provide regular updates, and use data-driven insights to recommend long-term solutions.
Define and oversee production processes, including tooling and equipment validation, ensuring alignment with design specifications and shop-floor applications.
Interpret business challenges and industry trends to recommend practices for improving products, processes, or services.
Lead functional teams or projects, present solutions to leadership, and influence internal and external stakeholders to drive action and adoption of new perspectives.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
Access to a Health Coach
Employee Assistance Program with confidential assessment, counseling, and referral services
401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions
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