CMC Process Engineer Forming at GE Aerospace

Job Description SummaryThe CMC Process Engineer Forming will be the technical owner for layup and tooling processes supporting ceramic matrix composite (CMC) components with primary focus on GE9X Nozzles. You will define industrialize and continuously improve forming and layup processes and tooling ensuring Safety Quality Delivery and Cost performance. This role drives APQP NPI and Management of Change activities partners closely with cross-functional teams and suppliers and supports 24x7 manufacturing operations.Job DescriptionRoles and ResponsibilitiesOwn equipment specifications qualifications technical governance TPM reliability engineering OEE improvements and consumables optimizationServe as the plant focal for layup/tooling for GE9X Nozzles and coordinate across IPTs and suppliersLead tooling NPI: design trials lifecycle management vendor management and yield improvementsDevelop and industrialize layup/forming concepts; optimize ply shapes and in-station material utilizationOwn APQP for assigned scope; ensure control plans/PPAP readiness as applicableReduce PFMEA RPNs with robust prevention/detection controls; maintain risk registersLead RCCA using structured problem-solving (5-Why Fishbone DMAIC); lock in fixes with standard workDeliver yield cost cycle time and productivity improvements via equipment process and tooling changesExecute Management of Change with capacity safety and quality impact assessmentsSupport lean initiatives with a Six Sigma mindset; standardize and sustain best practicesTrain and certify technicians; author clear work instructions and standard work; mentor peersProvide timely communications to technicians engineers site leadership and executive leaders; align to business objectivesSupport off-shift and on-call needs to minimize disruptions and protect SQDC; perform additional duties for 24x7 supportEnsure effective communication within the IPT internal and external to AshevilleQualifications / RequirementsBachelors Degree accredited college or university (or a high school diploma / GED with a minimum of 4 years of experience in manufacturing engineering experience)Desired CharacteristicsDegree in ceramic engineering materials science or mechanical engineeringExperience in CMC/composite manufacturing (PMC/CMC) including complex shape design and layupProficiency in AutoCAD and/or CAD/CAM/CAE (e.g. Siemens NX); ability to read drawings/specs and translate to programs and processesDemonstrated success in industrialization yield improvement and cost/cycle reductionStrong analytical mathematical communication and presentation skills; data-driven decision makingProven experience training mentoring and leading small teams; ability to influence without authorityLean manufacturing experience and passion; Six Sigma exposureKnowledge of safety regulations ISO/quality systems; experience with certifying agents/controlled title processesCollaborative boundaryless approach across hourly and salaried teams; strong sense of urgency for production supportFlexibility for off-shift/on-call support as neededHumble: respectful receptive agile eager to learnTransparent: shares critical information speaks with candor contributesconstructivelyFocused: quick learner strategically prioritizes work committed Leadership ability: strong communicator decision-maker collaborativeProblem solver: analytical-minded challenges existing processes critical thinkerGE Aerospace offers comprehensive benefits and programs to support your health and along with programs like HealthAhead 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 adoption assistance paid parental leave disability insurance life insurance and paid time-off for vacation or illness. GE Aerospace (General Electric Company or the Company) and its affiliates each sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs (i.e. is a Sponsor). Each Sponsor reserves the right to terminate amend suspend replace or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a Sponsors welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.This 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 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)).Additional InformationGE Aerospace offers a great work environment professional development challenging careers and competitive compensation. GE Aerospace is anEqual 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. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable). Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes Key Skills Lean Manufacturing,Six Sigma,Distributed Control Systems,Continuous Improvement,Process Improvement,Minitab,Root cause Analysis,Process Engineering,cGMP,Kaizen,Programmable Logic Controllers,Manufacturing Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1