Job Description Summary
The Assembly Engineer (AE) is a hands-on manufacturing engineering role that actively engages on the shop floor to manage assembly and test enabling hardware requirements for Development Engine Test at Peebles Test Operation. Projects will span Commercial Legacy, New Technology Introduction (NTI), and New Product Introduction (NPI) programs. This role ensures assembly processes meet the highest standards of safety, quality, delivery, and cost (SQDC). The assembly engineer will be responsible for assembly conformity and project management during the Prep to Test phase. Additionally, the Lead Engineer will mentor newer Assembly Engineers, fostering their professional development and ensuring adherence to project timelines and goals.
Job Description
Roles and Responsibilities
Responsible for managing assembly and prep to test requirements for development engines
Responsible for cost and schedule of assigned engines.
Daily interface with: Peebles site support teams, assembly teams, instrumentation, evaluation, systems, test, engineering design, materials/fulfillment, tooling and project personnel, as well as the hourly work force.
Engagement in activities that will assist in the scheduling and execution of engines while focusing on: Integrity, Safety, Quality, Delivery and Over-all Cost Initiatives.
Refine, develop, and validate all aspects of the assembly process including tooling, planning, and procedures to prioritize safety and quality as well as efficiency
Provide engine status briefings to senior business leadership
Coordinate with customers and business leadership to ensure all key development milestones are complete on time, on budget, and to the highest quality
Ensure engine assemblies conform to latest quality and FAA regulations - this role will include signing engine assembly conformities, 8130-9, for assigned engines
Create and manage the engine test prep schedule through the development process
Use a lean approach to deliver results and create solutions in a dynamic environment
Enforce and analyze operations to ensure a safe working environment
Provide mentorship to newer Assembly Engineers
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college (or a high school diploma / GED with a minimum of 4 years of experience in managing assembly and prep to test requirements for development engines ). + Minimum of 3 years managing assembly and prep to test requirements for development engines.
Desired Characteristics
Humble: respectful, receptive, agile, eager to learn?
Transparent: shares critical information, speaks with candor, contributes constructively?
Focused: quick learner, strategically prioritizes work, committed ?
Leadership ability: strong communicator, decision-maker, collaborative?, able to influence others and lead small teams.
Problem solver: analytical-minded, challenges existing processes, critical thinker
Established project management skills, proven organizational ability
Experience with engine assembly, prep to test process, and assembly conformity
Preliminary Review (PR) approved and experienced in DPEAR, MES, and eNMS
Additional Information
GE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Aerospace 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 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
GE Aerospace is an Equal 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.
