Job Description SummaryThe GE Aerospace Senior Staff Engineer – Joining demonstrates accountability for functional, business, and broad company objectives. In this role, you will train to become a Certifying Agent for the Special Process Technology Center (SPTC), primarily for joining processes, including new make and field repair. You will also integrate and develop processes that meet business needs across the organization, manage complex issues within functional area(s) of expertise, lead medium size projects, and contribute to the overall business strategy.

Job Description

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

Assist with maintaining, updating, and developing related Special Process Technology documents (e.g., P-Spec, QCWI’s, Audit Checklists) related to joining.Identify, lead, and implement cost reduction projects involving welding. Establish brazing procedures for New Product Introduction (NPI) hardware and support manufacturing source changes. Capable of leading root cause corrective action investigations and driving error proof solution implementation. Responsible for identifying and implementing process improvement projects aimed at decreasing cycle time and improving first time yield for brazed components across the GE Aerospace Supply Chain using lean and six-sigma tools.Define and control production processes including tooling and equipment.Interface with design and material application engineers to provide design for cost and producibility guidance.Prepare technical reports and presentations for senior leadership within GE Aerospace.Perform audits of GE shops and suppliers to GE Aerospace and NADCAP requirements and lead corrective action implementation for any audit findings.Fulfill the job responsibilities of a Certifying Agent and assist Supply Chain sources in solving production issues related to joining.Assure proper documentation of technical data generated for the assigned projects and/or tasks consistent with engineering policies and proceduresAbility to travel domestic and international, as required

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelor’s Degree accredited  college or university (or a high school diploma / GED with at least 10 years of experience in practical/hands on manufacturing experience in joining processes experience experience) +  Minimum of 5 years of practical/hands on manufacturing experience in joining processes experience

DESIRED CHARACTERISTICS

Master of Science in Engineering (Welding or Materials Science preferred)Ability to work with global, distributed teams to achieve results.Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills.Ability to effectively work individually or with a teamSelf-starterStrong oral and written communication skillsStrong interpersonal and leadership skillsAbility to guide and influence othersComputer skills, statistical analysis skillsProblem analysis or root cause corrective action investigation skillsExperience with GE Aerospace Quality requirements and systems (e.g., NMS, SPS, eCAV etc.)Auditing experienceHumble: respectful, receptive, agile, eager to learn​Transparent: shares critical information, speaks with candor, contributes constructively​Focused: quick learner, strategically prioritizes work, committed ​Leadership ability: strong communicator, decision-maker, collaborative​Problem solver: analytical-minded, challenges existing processes, critical thinker

Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity 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. 

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General Electric Company, Ropcor, Inc., their successors, and in some cases their affiliates, each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e., is a “Sponsor”). Each Sponsor reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a Sponsor’s welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.​

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This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.

Additional Information

GE offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE 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 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).

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes