Job Description Summary

Seize a unique opportunity to join a team focused on developing and scaling some of the world's most advanced materials technology! In this critical role, you will focus on transfer and implementation for scale of two critical advanced aerospace products. If you have a passion for technology, a desire to lead and a track record of success, this is your opportunity to thrive in a cross-functional, dynamic environment.

Job Description

The Process Industrialization Leader will play a critical role in ensuring the successful transfer, implementation, and scaling of manufacturing processes and technologies from lab scale to production volume. This position requires a strong understanding of manufacturing operations, process optimization, and project management. The Process Industrialization Leader will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless transitions, maintain high standards of safety and quality, and drive efficiency in scaling up production processes.

Key responsibilities include:

• Safety and Compliance
  • Ensure all transferred and scaled processes comply with safety regulations, quality standards, and environmental requirements.
  • Promote a culture of safety and continuous improvement within the organization.
• Process/Technology Transfer and Implementation
  • Lead the transfer of manufacturing processes and technologies between facilities, ensuring minimal disruption to operations.
  • Develop and execute detailed transfer plans, including timelines, resource allocation, and risk mitigation strategies.
  • Collaborate with engineering, operations, and quality teams to ensure processes meet safety, quality, delivery, and cost (SQDC) standards
• Process Scaling and Optimization
  • Drive the scaling of transferred processes to meet production volume requirements while maintaining safety and quality standards.
  • Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement lean manufacturing principles to optimize efficiency.
  • Monitor and analyze process performance metrics, making data-driven decisions to enhance productivity.
• Cross-functional Collaboration
  • Work closely with stakeholders across engineering, supply chain, operations, and quality teams to ensure alignment on project goals and deliverables.
  • Facilitate communication between sending and receiving locations to ensure knowledge transfer and training of personnel.
• Project Management
  • Manage industrialization projects from initiation to completion, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and objectives; synthesize and clearly communicate project status, key milestones, and performance metrics;
  • Conduct risk assessments and implement mitigation plans to address potential challenges during process transfer and scaling.

Qualifications/requirements :

• B.S. degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related field
• 5+ years of experience in manufacturing, industrialization, or process engineering roles
• Due to the nature of the duties of this position, this role requires the individual to be a US Citizen and be able to obtain and maintain US Government DoD Security Clearance

Desired Characteristics:

• Experience in aerospace or other highly regulated industries.
• Certification in Lean Six Sigma or similar methodologies.
• Proficiency in manufacturing software and tools (e.g., ERP systems, CAD software)
• Proven track record of successfully transferring and scaling manufacturing processes.
• Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing principles (e.g., Kaizen, Standard Work, Hoshin Kanri) and process optimization techniques.
• Excellent project management skills, with experience managing complex, cross-functional projects.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with proficiency in data analysis tools.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively across teams and locations.
• Familiarity with safety, quality, and compliance standards in manufacturing environments

Key attributes:

• Safety-first mindset, ensuring all processes prioritize the well-being of employees and compliance with regulations.
• Commitment to quality, delivering processes that meet or exceed customer expectations.
• Ability to drive results and meet delivery timelines while managing costs effectively.
• Strong leadership and adaptability in dynamic environments.

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 Sponsor's welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.

Additional Job Description

Compensation Grade

SPB3

This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. Therefore, for applicants who are not asylees, refugees, lawful permanent residents or U.S. Citizens (i.e., not a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), otherwise known as a U.S. Person), final offers will be contingent on the ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.

Additional Information

GE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Aerospace is an Equal Opportunities 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.

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes