GE Aviation US Manufacturing Engineering Development Program (MEDP) - 2023 Start (R3652092)
Job Description Summary
Are you a hands-on engineer who enjoys producing a product you can take pride in? Do you have a passion for aerospace? Do you want to be part of a dynamic team of the best and brightest in aviation?
The Manufacturing Engineering Development Program (MEDP) is GE Aviation’s early career manufacturing program focused on developing and accelerating technical expertise across the Supply Chain. Engineers in the MEDP will work in manufacturing engineering assignments to gain experience through a mix of on-the-job training and classroom education structured to provide a foundation of functional and leadership skills. You'll complete two, 12-month rotations to cultivate opportunities for exposure to various technical disciplines and engineering responsibilities. In addition, the MEDP will foster mentorship and structured learning opportunities with our team of manufacturing experts.
Job Description
Essential Responsibilities:
- Provide daily engineering support to shop floor personnel to help facilitate problem solving and process improvements related to production
- Apply geometric dimensioning and tolerancing skills and interpret blueprints to facilitate component manufacturing processes
- Utilize various design and analytical software to support and improve the manufacturing processes
- Work with multi-functional teams to identify and implement process improvements to improve product quality, increase throughput, and reduce manufacturing costs
- Collect and analyze data from manufacturing processes to drive short- and long-term actions that support production
- Apply Lean and Six Sigma tools to identify process waste and to support decision-making processes
- Manage project plans related to manufacturing changes and collaborate with various functions to drive action and project closure
Qualification/Requirements
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Engineering or related field from an accredited university or college (or an associate degree in Engineering or a Technology discipline with at least 3 years of manufacturing experience)
- Minimum 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale (or a minimum 3 years of experience in a manufacturing related role)
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
- Problem solver: analytical-minded, challenges existing processes, critical thinker
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced shop floor environment around various machine tools and equipment
This role is restricted to U.S. persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and other protected individuals under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)) due to access to export-controlled technology. GE will require proof of status prior to employment.
Additional Information
GE offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE 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.
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).
As a federal government contractor, GE may in the future be required to have U.S. employees fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Some GE customers currently have vaccination mandates that may apply to GE employees.
Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes