Manufacturing Engineer

Company Overview

Northstar Aerospace, now part of Avio Aero - a GE Aerospace Company, is a leading independent manufacturer of components and assemblies to the global Aerospace industry. Our principal products include gears and transmissions, accessory gearbox assemblies, rotorcraft drive systems, and other machined and fabricated parts for helicopters and fixed‑wing aircraft. We also provide maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) services on these platforms.

The Manufacturing Engineer (NPI) will contribute technical manufacturing and project management skills in developing manufacturing solutions for new product introduction. This individual will engineer process planning (CAD) and machine code (CAM) to meet dimensional requirements of the end design. This individual will be responsible for successful product realization including product validation and verification.

• Develop manufacturing process using 3D models to define each manufacturing sequence.
• Conduct a design review with key stakeholders to identify potential manufacturing defects.
• Perform PFMEA and implement corrective actions.
• Develop in-process drawings and inspection plan to provide process control.
• Develop CNC code with emphasis on error‑free output, using verification and stock analysis tools.
• Design and develop tooling to support the manufacturing process.
• Read and interpret blueprints, symbols and geometric tolerances based on military and commercial specifications.
• Provide manufacturing support to shop floor personnel.
• Develop and maintain the production shop floor travelers.
• Investigate and correct quality issues related to the new product.
• Serve as technical liaison with customer engineering and quality personnel.
• Handle sensitive information in accordance with applicable security standards, guidelines and company policies.

• International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR)
• Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI)
• Export Administration Regulations (EAR)

This position will not direct the work of any other employees.

• Frequent sitting, standing, walking, talking, hearing, seeing, writing, and typing.
• Occasional lifting of up to 40 pounds.
• Occasional reaching, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, pushing, pulling, fingering, grasping, feeling, twisting, bending, and repetitive motion.
• Frequent exposure to moving mechanical parts, fumes, or airborne particles.
• Frequent exposure to moderate to heavy noise.
• Ability to wear proper personal protective equipment, including earplugs, safety glasses, safety shoes, etc.
• Visual acuity to determine the accuracy and thoroughness of product and/or parts.

• Education:
  
  BS Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering or related discipline.
• Experience:
  
  Minimum of 10 years in industry, preferably in aerospace.

• Able to read blueprints and apply GD&T to manufacturing operations.
• Extremely competent in CAD/CAM systems, specifically NX12.
• Recent programming experience including milling, turning, and in‑machine probing.
• Recent experience machining aluminum, magnesium, and alloy steels.
• Solid understanding of metal cutting technology.
• Computer competent with MS Office, Project, and ERP systems.
• Familiar with specifications and requirements for aerospace component manufacturing.
• Knowledgeable of aerospace welding, heat treatment, machining, and special processes.
• Abide by established policies, plans, methods, procedures, deadlines, and priorities.
• Dependable, professional, flexible, with a positive attitude and a solid work history.

The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set. This position is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus based on a percentage of your base salary. Benefits include:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Short Term and Long‑Term Disability
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Employee Assistant Program
• Employee Service Awards (service and recognition)
• Performance Bonus

The role requires access to U.S. export‑controlled information. Therefore, employment will be contingent upon the ability to prove that you meet the status of a U.S. Person as one of the following: U.S. lawful permanent resident, U.S. Citizen, or have been granted asylee or refugee status (i.e., a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)).

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.