Surface Enhancement Batch Process Engineer

Surface Enhancement Batch Process Engineer

Join GE Aerospace as a Surface Enhancement Batch Process Engineer. This role focuses on peening, tumble, coating, and supporting NDT operations in a manufacturing environment.

• Process peening, tumble, coating, and support into NDT operations.
• Define processes to prepare substrate materials through cleaning methods such as grit blasting, surface roughening, laser etching, etc.
• Support production capabilities and throughput goals through process engineering and problem‑solving.
• Develop, troubleshoot, and improve entire cleaning, recycling, coating, and inspection process.
• Stay informed about the latest developments in coating, peening, and surface finishing materials and their applications.
• Conduct thorough inspections and quality control tests on coated surfaces using methods such as microscopy, hardness testing, thickness measurement, and adhesion testing.
• Ensure coatings meet required specifications and quality standards.
• Identify and address issues that arise during the coating process, such as defects, adhesion, or equipment malfunctions.
• Adhere to safety protocols and environmental regulations while working with high‑temperature processes and potentially hazardous materials.
• Maintain accurate records of process parameters, coating specifications, quality control results, and other relevant data.
• Prepare detailed reports for documentation and project communication.
• Design and develop coating processes for various materials and applications.
• Conduct experiments and analyze data to refine coating parameters and achieve desired outcomes with support of internal and external laboratories.
• Train and mentor operators and technicians on coating technologies, operation, and best practices.
• Define and control production process including tooling and equipment; validate design specifications and shop‑floor application of new product, tools, or equipment; work with manufacturing engineers.
• Develop in‑depth knowledge of a technical discipline; use prior experience and acquired technical expertise to execute policy/strategy.
• Apply judgment to propose solutions outside set parameters with guidance.
• Provide informal guidance to new team members and serve as an individual contributor or early people leader.

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, or a high‑school diploma/GED with a minimum of four years of experience in process engineering.

• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems.
• Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs.
• Established project management skills.
• Experience in Moly Dag/Graphite coating processes supporting aerospace hardware.
• 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‑mindful, challenges existing processes, critical thinker.

Salary range: $80,000–$100,000 USD annually. Position eligible for a performance bonus/variable incentive plan. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, prescription drug coverage, Health Coach, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k) plan with company matching, tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time‑off.

GE Aerospace is an equal‑opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. The company will only employ candidates legally authorized to work in the United States and who pass a drug screen (as applicable).

Relocation assistance is provided.

Seniority level:
Entry level.

Employment type:

Full‑time. Job function:
Management and Manufacturing. Industry: Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing.