Critical Minerals Senior Staff Materials Engineer at GE Aerospace

Job Description SummaryThe Critical Minerals Sr. Staff Materials Engineer will be part of a business-critical mission-based team dedicated to ensuring supply chain continuity of rare earth and other critical minerals used across all GE Aerospace products. This materials engineering leader will serve as the technical focal on a cross-functional team of engineering procurement and operations personnel who will 1) mature GEs understanding of where all critical minerals & elements originate from today 2) define and prioritize elemental risks and 3) build & execute a strategy to reduce these risks to secure both short- and long-term supply stability.Job DescriptionRoles and ResponsibilitiesCollaborate with GE Research Center and Engineering Material Systems to identify new material technology opportunities that reduce or eliminate GE Aerospace reliance on rare earths and other critical minerals with a focus in coatings and/or metallic alloysLead cross-functional engineering and research teams to execute on MRL/TRL programsProvide technical responses and presentations to internal and external customer RFIs and funding opportunitiesParticipate in US government and industry technical forums conferences and committees related to critical mineralsAssist in vetting new critical mineral sources and technology; visit with and provide technical assessment of the technology and operations for new critical mineral mines processing facilities refineries and labsConsult with MAE and design hardware owners to identify and execute on material specification updates and design changesRequires specialized knowledge within material coatings or metallic alloys and/or understanding of mineral processing (mining refining processing)Interprets simple internal and external business challenges and recommends best practices to improve products processes or services. Stays informed of industry trends that may inform work.Uses high level of judgment to make decisions and handle complex tasks or problems in areas of operational product management manufacturing technology or engineering. Has ability to assess quality of information given and ask pertinent questions to stakeholders. Able to offer new solutions to problems outside of set parameters and is able to construct and provide recommendations. Uses multiple internal and some external sources outside of own function to help arrive at a decision.May lead functional teams or projects with minimal resource requirements risk and/or complexity. Communicates difficult concepts and may influence others options on particular topics. May guide others to consider a different point of view.Minimum Required QualificationsBachelors Degree accredited college or university in Materials Mechanical or Chemical Engineering or related disciplineMinimum of 5 years of experience in Materials Mechanical or Chemical Engineering or related disciplineDesired Characteristics and Experience Enthusiastic and self-motivated learnerPositive influence on team cultureTechnical expertise in either coating material systems and/or metallic alloysUnderstanding of the rare earth and raw mineral development process including mining processing refinement and conversion process from oxide to metalStrong ability to indirectly influence others drive change and align cross-functional and horizontal teams to successExperience engaging with and presenting to external customers and suppliers on broad technical issuesDemonstrated clear thinker able to solve complex technical challenges and communicate actions/solutions in clear concise manner that drives impactPrior experience leading material development TRL programs and/or developing proposals for external engagementsMakes decisions and manages conflicting priorities in a fast-paced environment - must be able to take ownership of issues and drive solutionsReadily demonstrates humility and transparency while interfacing with both internal and external colleaguesStrong oral and written communication skills.Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems.Demonstrated ability to lead programs / projects.Ability to document plan market and execute programs.Established project management skills.GE 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#LI-Remote - This is a remote positionRequired Experience:Staff IC Key Skills JSP,Building Construction,Downstream,Home Care,Art And Craft Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1