Lead Supplier Quality Engineer

Job Description Summary

Unison, a GE Aerospace company, is the leading provider of differentiated engine controls, accessories, and performance monitoring solutions in the Aerospace, Defense & Space segments. Serving both original equipment manufacturers and aftermarket customers, Unison designs, manufactures and supplies the most advanced components and systems in the world.

• Provide on‑site support; remote work options are not available.
• Execute both Supplier Quality Assurance and Supplier Quality Development responsibilities.
• Conduct supplier qualifications, develop action plans, perform audits, monitor performance, and assist key suppliers in achieving industrial standards of excellence.
• Interpret engineering drawings and manage vendor relationships at varying levels of expertise.
• Apply in‑depth knowledge and analytical thinking to implement policies and strategies, with a basic understanding of related job disciplines.
• Serve as a resource for less experienced colleagues and lead small projects with minimal risks and resource requirements.
• Communicate information effectively and develop skills to help team members reach consensus on field‑specific topics.
• Set performance expectations and address sensitive issues as needed.
• Operate with some autonomy, adhering to functional practices, precedents, or well‑defined policies, while modifying procedures to meet quality, volume, and timeliness standards.
• Exercise judgment to propose solutions for complex, day‑to‑day problems.
• Prioritize data analysis and utilize technical experience and analytical thinking.
• Draw on multiple internal and limited external sources outside the team to make informed decisions.

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college (or a high school diploma/GED with at least 7 years of experience in Engineering, Quality, and/or Supplier Quality) and a minimum of 3 years of experience in Engineering, Quality, and/or Supplier Quality.

• Attention to Detail:
  Ability to meticulously review and analyze supplier processes and products to ensure compliance with quality standards.
• Technical Expertise:
  Strong understanding of engineering drawings, specifications, and manufacturing processes.
• Analytical
  
  Skills:
  
  Proficiency in data analysis and problem‑solving to identify and address quality issues.
• Communication
  
  Skills:
  
  Effective verbal and written communication to convey expectations and collaborate with suppliers and team members.
• Leadership:
  Capability to lead small projects, mentor less experienced colleagues, and drive improvements.
• Autonomy:
  Ability to work independently while adhering to established policies and practices.
• Continuous Improvement:
  Commitment to driving supplier performance towards industrial standards of excellence.
• Interpersonal
  
  Skills:
  
  Strong ability to build and maintain relationships with suppliers and internal teams.
• Adaptability:
  Flexibility to modify procedures and practices to meet evolving quality, volume, and timeliness standards.

This role requires use of technical data subject to U.S. Government contract restrictions and is only open to U.S. Citizens. GE will require proof of status prior to employment.

Employment is contingent upon demonstrating U.S. Person status, including U.S. lawful permanent resident, U.S. Citizen, or granted asylee or refugee status.

• Health, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
• Access to a Health Coach from GE Aerospace and the Employee Assistance Program.
• Retirement benefits including the GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan, a 401(k) savings plan with company matching and contributions, and access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants.
• Additional benefits: tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time‑off for vacation or illness.

GE Aerospace 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.

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