Sr Manufacturing Engineer 2 – Sourced Hardware

GE Aerospace is seeking a Senior Manufacturing Engineer to manage and coordinate delivery projects within the Supplier Performance & Execution Sourcing Section. The role involves organizing multi-functional teams to improve product delivery and resolve technical issues while providing manufacturing expertise.

Responsibilities:

• Manufacturing Engineering focal for assigned supplier base. Expected to own the technical performance of multiple suppliers so supplier travel will be frequent (25-50%)
• Proactively identifies delivery barriers and resolves with fulfilment, commercial and quality team members. Is recognized as a critical team member by supplier or commodity
• Acts as a Project Manager for large complex suppliers along with others
• Has manufacturing expertise across multiple related part families and processes, along with deep domain expertise
• Guides and influences suppliers’ performance based on manufacturing expertise
• Actively drives cost reduction efforts within assigned supply base and is proactively engaged in addressing cost issues
• Active in supplier selection based on value. Partners with commercial owners to ensure supplier selection provides desired value
• Supports source changes as needed and develops lower performing suppliers

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college (or a high school diploma / GED with a minimum of 10 years of experience in Manufacturing)
• At least 10 years of experience in Manufacturing, Engineering or Production Management
• Expertise in programming or mechanically supporting traditional (milling, turning, broach, weld) and/or non-traditional (EDM, 3D printing) machining methods
• Souring, Shop Operations, or Production Control expertise
• Manufacturing Experience in Aerospace or Automotive a plus
• 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