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GE Aerospace NPI/NTI Lead Manufacturing Engineer in Jacksonville, Florida
Job Description Summary
This role involves engineering tasks related to New Product Introduction and the manufacturing process. It significantly impacts departmental operations and is responsible for planning and execution. While the position offers some autonomy, it primarily focuses on executing activities within established functional practices and procedures. Some decision-making may be necessary, typically under guidance.
Job Description
Roles and Responsibilities
Focus on New Product Introduction and New Technology Introduction around related system and manufacturing processes. Will directly be involved in Tollgate processes related to new product/process launch.
Define and control production process including tooling and equipment. Validate design specifications and shop floor application of new product, tools, or equipment. Includes Manufacturing Engineers.
Developing in-depth knowledge of a technical discipline. Uses prior experience and acquired technical expertise to execute policy/strategy.
In-depth understanding of key business drivers; uses this understanding to accomplish own work. In-depth understanding of how work of own team integrates with other teams and contributes to the area.
Uses some level of judgment and has ability to propose different solutions outside of set parameters but with guidance. Uses prior experience and on-the-job training to solve straightforward tasks. Has access to technical skills and analytic thinking required to solve problems. May use multiple internal sources outside of own team to arrive at decisions.
A job at this level is likely to be an individual contributor with proven interpersonal skills or an early people leader who can hire and develop talent. Provides informal guidance to new team members
Able to lead an RCCA activity as required.
Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience. May lead small projects with moderate risks and resource requirements. Explains difficult or sensitive information; works to build consensus. Developing persuasion skills required to influence others on topics within field.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college (or a high school diploma / GED with at least 7 years of relevant experience in Manufacturing/Process Engineering).
Minimum of 3 years of Manufacturing/Process Engineering experience.
This role requires use of technical data subject to U.S. Government contract restrictions and this posting is only for U.S. Citizens. GE will require proof of status prior to employment.
Desired Characteristics
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.
Industrial, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering background.
Understanding of Unison product development policies and procedures.
Understanding of various Unison product families.
Understanding of the overall NTI/NPI development process and relationship to the Unison tollgate process.
Understanding of Unison bid and proposal opportunities process and general business processes.
Familiarity with APQP/ PPAP deliverables (AS9145, AS13100).
Strong RCCA understanding and experience.
Advanced knowledge of GD&T and acceptance gage design philosophy.
Experience with LEAN manufacturing/ process improvement initiatives.
This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.
Additional Information
GE offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE is an Equal Opportunity Employer (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights_10_20.pdf) . 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 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