Sr. Casting Tooling Engineer at GE Aerospace

Job Description SummaryYou will lead the identification development and improvement of tooling suppliers who support high-precision manufacturing for aerospace investment castings. This role requires deep tooling and manufacturing expertise combined with supplier-facing leadership. You will evaluate select and develop both existing and emerging tooling suppliers ensuring they can translate drawings engineering intent and casting requirements into robust wax injection dies ceramic core dies molds and tooling components. This is a technical role paired with supplier strategy and coaching. Ideal for a tooling expert ready to influence the supply base shape tooling capability and raise industry standards.Job DescriptionRoles and ResponsibilitiesIdentify assess and develop tooling suppliers capable of supporting aerospace-grade tooling requirementsEvaluate new potential suppliers and create capability roadmaps to mature themPerform supplier capability audits tooling health reviews and technical maturity assessmentsLead supplier improvement plans (technical coaching tooling process improvements inspection rigor corrective actions)Perform proactive tooling design verification and manufacturability reviewsEnsure translation of drawings specifications and casting requirements into production-ready toolingProvide hands-on technical guidanceDevelop and maintain tooling should-cost modelsLead cost benchmarking and support commercial negotiations with data-backed cost structure insightsEstablish and track key metricsDrive corrective action initiatives with suppliers and internal stakeholdersSupport tool qualification trials and PPAP/APQP processes where applicableWork with Design Engineering Quality NPI Manufacturing and Supply Chain to align tooling requirementsDrive continuous improvement programsSupport 3D CAD modelingValidate supplier tooling models and ensure alignment to product requirementsCreate reusable standard work: supplier specs tooling guides lessons learnedDocument playbooks to scale supplier capability and reduce recurring issuesAct as a resource for colleagues with less experience 6 years in tooling design / tooling manufacturing / tooling supplier development (injection molding die tooling investment casting or equivalent precision tooling fields)Strong 3D CAD skills (Creo SolidWorks NX or equivalent) for reviewing and validating tooling modelsStrong communication skills: technical clarity supplier direction cross-team collaborationAbility to travel domestically and internationally (2550%)Self-directed structured and accountable; able to operate with autonomyHands-on tool design and manufacturing expertise; able to coach supplier toolmakerMinimum qualifications Bachelors Degree from an accredited college or university (or a high school diploma/GED with a minimum of 4 years (casting) experience minimum of 5 years (casting) experienceDesired Characteristics 12 years tooling experience with aerospace-grade investment casting tooling (wax injection dies and ceramic core dies)Proven experience developing and qualifying tooling suppliers including capability assessmentsDemonstrated experience executing tooling cost models / should-cost analysis to support commercial decisionsInvestment casting engineering experienceExpert-level GD&T and tolerance stack-up analysisHumble collaborative and effective with shop-floor toolmakers and senior leadersAnalytical thinker with strong problem-solving instinctsThrives in a technical supplier-facing environmentThe base pay range for this position is $00. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidates experience education and skill set. This position is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus based on a percentage of your base salary/ commission based on the plan.This posting is expected to close on December 1 2025. 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: No#LI-Remote - This is a remote positionRequired Experience:Senior IC Key Skills ASP.NET,Health Education,Fashion Designing,Fiber,Investigation Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1