Lead Additive Manufacturing Engineer

Job Description Summary

Engineering associated with the Additive Manufacturing process. Impacts departmental operations and responsible for planning/execution. This Lead Additive Manufacturing role will give you an opportunity to grow your skills and experience, use your hands on manufacturing design and processing, and become a leader in Additive. This role will have you planning and execution for operations with a high impact on business needs.

Your eye for detail and process improvement will be used while giving you a chance to see the latest in additive design.

GE Aerospace, is a world‑leading provider of jet and turboprop engines, components, integrated digital, avionics, electrical power and mechanical systems for commercial, military, business and general aviation aircraft. GE Aviation has a global service network to support these offerings and is part of the world's Digital Industrial Company with software‑defined machines and solutions that are connected, responsive and predictive.

• The Lead Additive Manufacturing Engineer will work in a hands‑on environment to develop new and improved processes for additive manufacturing technology.
• Lead execution of in‑house process improvement DOEs.
• Produce prototype and low‑rate production hardware and transition new, turn‑key processes into Supply Chain shops.
• Lead engineer will be expected to interact with Design, EMS, Quality, external Supply Chain vendors and equipment manufacturers.
• Execute the design, analysis or evaluation of assigned projects using sound engineering principles and adhering to business standards, practices, procedures, and product / program requirements.
• Provide technical leadership to personnel supporting the assigned project.
• Document technical data generated by the assigned project consistent with engineering policies and procedures.
• Provide timely communications on significant issues or developments.
• Participate on teams assigned to address organizational initiatives and generic issues.
• Participate as a presenter or reviewer in technical and program reviews.
• Assure proper documentation of technical data generated for the assigned projects and/or tasks consistent with engineering policies and procedures.
• Occasional travel to suppliers or other GE Aerospace sites to support critical business needs is expected (this will be a very low percentage of time in the role).

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college (or a high school diploma/GED with a minimum of 4years of experience in manufacturing engineering) and 3years of manufacturing engineering experience.

• Working knowledge of manufacturing work instructions and shop planning.
• 2+ years of experience with specification and drawing interpretation.
• Working knowledge or understanding of GE Aerospace quality system.
• Established project management skills.
• Lean Six Sigma experience and/or formal training.
• Experience with CAD and STL models.
• Working knowledge of additive process parameters and equipment.
• Knowledge of process related standards of GE Aviation.
• Humble: 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.

GE Aerospace offers comprehensive benefits and programs to support your health and, along with programs like Health Ahead, 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,…