Aviation Engine Component Repair and Manufacturing Specialist

1 week ago


Arkansas City, Kansas, United States GE Aviation Full time
Job Summary

GE Aviation is seeking a skilled Manufacturing Engineer to support the Aviation Engines Component Repair Business operations. This role is responsible for improving processes that support engine overhauls of various engine models.

Key Responsibilities
  • Process Improvement: Determine safe manufacturing processes that produce a quality product in the most efficient method possible.
  • Collaboration and Problem-Solving: Assist leaders, mechanics, and technicians in resolving manufacturing process issues. Collaborate to identify root cause and develop comprehensive corrective actions.
  • Research and Development: Evaluate manufacturing processes by designing and conducting research trials; applying knowledge of product design, fabrication, machining, tooling, and materials; conferring with equipment vendors; solicit feedback and observations from operators.
  • Quality and Design: Work cross-functionally with quality and design engineers to ensure that processes achieve performance metrics.
  • Training and Empowerment: Train and empower production employees in manufacturing techniques required to improve process yield.
  • Production Support: Support and meet production schedules, driving productivity, and quality initiatives within budget plan.
  • Lean Principles: Utilize lean principles to improve manufacturing efficiency, optimize material flow, space requirements, and equipment layout.
  • Technology and Innovation: Investigate and apply modern technology.
  • Team Leadership: Promote and build a positive working relationship with hourly team members.
Requirements
  • Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college.
  • Experience: Minimum of 5 years of Aviation industry experience in engineering or quality roles.
  • Knowledge and Skills: Knowledge of inspection and maintenance methods related to aerospace engine repairs; strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Desired Characteristics
  • Continuous Learning: Humble, transparent, and motivated individual with a focus on continuous learning.
  • Problem-Solving and Decision-Making: Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
  • Unionized Environment: Experience working in a unionized environment.
  • ERP and Project Management: Proficiency in ERP SAP Oasis and strong project management skills.
  • Quality and Analytical Skills: Knowledgeable in GD&T, print reading, and six sigma or equivalent quality training.
  • Machining and Welding: Knowledge of machining processes such as: CNC conventional machining, electrical discharge machining, water jet, plasma spray, chemical cleaning, paint, Gas Tungsten Arc Welding, electron beam welding, heat treat.
Additional Information

GE Aviation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

GE Aviation will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).



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