Lead Manufacturing Engineer - Fabrication Manufacturing Readiness

About the role

The Lead Manufacturing Engineer - Fabrication Manufacturing Readiness supports the design, sourcing and production of complex aerospace components and assemblies for Edison Works Advanced Programs. You will drive design for manufacturing readiness and producibility, reduce manufacturing cost and risk, and help suppliers and internal GE shops deliver safely, on quality, on time and at cost, with a focus on fabrication technologies.

Key responsibilities

• Drive manufacturing readiness for complex fabrication processes (machining, forming, welding, additive manufacturing) from concept through production launch.
• Collaborate with design engineering, supply chain and quality teams on design for manufacturability (DFM) and assembly (DFA).
• Develop manufacturing plans covering process flow, equipment selection, tooling requirements and facility layouts.
• Lead technical reviews and share expertise on fabrication process capabilities, limitations and best practices.
• Run process capability studies, root cause analysis and corrective actions for manufacturing issues.
• Identify and implement advanced manufacturing technologies and automation solutions.
• Manage project schedules and budgets for manufacturing readiness activities.
• Mentor junior engineers and manufacturing personnel, and ensure compliance with safety, quality and regulatory standards.
• Travel as required to support manufacturing sites and suppliers.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing or Aerospace Engineering or a related technical discipline.
• At least 3 years of manufacturing engineering experience in a fabrication environment, preferably aerospace or a highly regulated industry.
• Proven experience leading manufacturing readiness projects for new product introductions.
• Strong understanding of fabrication processes such as CNC machining, sheet metal forming, welding, brazing and/or additive manufacturing.
• Ability to apply Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Excellent project management, problem-solving and analytical skills; strong communication, leadership and cross-functional influence.
• U.S. export control clearance: must be able to prove U.S. Person status (lawful permanent resident, U.S. citizen, asylee or refugee).

Required skills

• CAD/CAM software such as NX, CATIA or Mastercam.
• Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma.

What we offer

• Relocation assistance provided.
• Professional development and competitive compensation.