Tool Design Leader

Experienced and skilled Tool Design Leader to manage and guide a team of tool designers. This role is responsible for overseeing the entire tool design lifecycle, including conceptualization, development, implementation, and continuous improvement. The primary objective is to deliver tooling solutions that are efficient, precise, and aligned with production requirements.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of 15–20 tool designers, fostering a collaborative and high-performing work environment.
• Oversee the design and development of tooling solutions, such as fixtures, jigs, gauges, and dies, ensuring they meet project specifications and industry standards.
• Utilize NX CAD/CAM/CAE software extensively to create and refine designs while maintaining guidelines.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure tooling solutions integrate seamlessly with production processes.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement solutions to enhance efficiency and quality using lean manufacturing principles.
• Conduct root cause analysis for tooling failures and develop corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to budget constraints.
• Stay informed on industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices to drive innovation in tooling design.
• Utilize ATP (Automated Tooling Program) software to manage design and build requests, mentor users on software abilities.
• Ability to provide tooling cost quotes

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college (Or a high school diploma / GED with a minimum of 4 years of experience in tool design) PLUS a minimum of 3 years of experience in tool design

Desired Characteristics

• Machining Apprenticeship graduate or equivalent training program
• People Leader experience
• Humble: respectful, receptive, agile, eager to learn
• Ability to work with all levels within the organization
• 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

The salary range for this position is $98,000. USD Annual. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s experience, their education, and the work location. In addition, this position is eligible for a performance bonus/variable incentive plan.

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.

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. GE Aerospace will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening.