Senior MRO Value Engineer - Machining

Job Description Summary
This posting is for external candidates only. Internal candidates may apply to R5027887.

The Senior MRO Value Engineer - Machining will report to the MRO Value Engineering Leader in the MRO Technology & Cost group of the Assembly, Test, Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (ATMRO) organization. This is an exciting opportunity that is scoped with a combination of quality engineering and manufacturing engineering to support the component repair business in MRO develop new capabilities to drive SQDC.
You will be responsible for driving improvements in component repair by partnering with cross functional teams from local manufacturing engineers, product lines, repair and design engineering, and special process experts. The goal of the value engineering team is to improve broader MRO business targets on delivery timelines, cost, and productivity to support our customers. The role will have a major impact on the Commercial Engine Services (CES) business's goal to reduce TAT and improve margins. This role will also participate in special process auditing the GE MRO network per specification 259.08 to ensure compliance with GE and industry specifications in our facilities.

This role is located at the GE Aerospace STAC in Springdale, OH USA. This role is expected to travel 50% to support problem solving.

Job Description

Role Overview:

As a Senior MRO Value Engineer - Machining, you will be part of a team that is focused on proactively identifying manufacturing challenges impacting the GE Aerospace MRO network and solving those issues with structured approach including individual process expertise, baselining shop practices, and FLIGHT DECK tools. Some specifics will include:

• The MRO Value Engineering group owns the effort to eliminate rework in the full repair network. This role is responsible for solving rework on an individual component, utilizing "best known way" to move quickly and make a sustainable impact. Each engineer will utilize FLIGHT DECK tools, including PSRs and action plans to systematically solve the rework issues.
• Increasing the standardization of machining, including creation of a "playbook" for equipment selection, expanding the use of common zero-point fixtures and tooling, and increasing the usage of on-machine probing.
• Creating and facilitating training for network SPOs in machining, including non-conventional machining (EDM/Laser) and traditional machining. Tooling, fixturing, and programming.
• Executes special process auditing of GE MRO network based on the GE Aerospace 259.08 quality requirements. The team will participate in monthly audits around our global component repair network and ensure corrective actions are read across to the full network.

Other responsibilities include:

• Gaining awareness in latest machining technical developments, including offline programing, EDM/laser, and new equipment, and being one the primary on-the-ground focal to support implementation in the network.
• Enabling flow lines in the ATMRO network, based on the "playbook" to reduce TAT.
• Ensure that products and services perform according to quality standards and that manufacturing processes are capable and qualified.
• Has in-depth knowledge of best practices and how own area integrates with others; has working knowledge of competition and the factors that differentiate them in the market
• Use judgment to make decisions or solve moderately complex tasks or problems in areas of operational/product management, manufacturing, technology or engineering. Takes new perspective on existing solutions. Use technical experience and expertise for data analysis to support recommendations. Uses multiple internal and limited external sources outside of own function to arrive at decisions.
• Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience. May lead small projects with moderate risks and resource requirements. Explains difficult or sensitive information; works to build consensus. Developing persuasion skills required to influence others on topics within field.
• Communicate with and provide recommendations to management on technical, organizational, resource and personnel issues
• Collaborate effectively in a diverse, global, distributed work environment

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college, or at least 8 years of experience in an Aerospace manufacturing environment
• At least 6 years of experience in machining Aerospace hardware, preferably in aircraft engine component repair
• Knowledge of overhaul and component repair processes
• Ability to program CNC machining centers
• Fluent in English, written and verbal
• Ability to travel 50% to international destinations, including but not limited to: USA, Brazil, United Kingdom, Hungary, Poland, Italy, Malaysia, Singapore, and Taiwan

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with EDM and Laser Machining
• Highly motivated, self-starting, and passionate
• Experience in GE Aerospace MRO Facility
• Demonstrated team leadership, collaboration, and facilitation skills
• Strong technical communication skills and willingness to continually improve communication and influencing skills in diverse and distributed work environments
• Experience in auditing
• Flexible and friendly approach to working in teams
• Knowledge of Aviation Supply chain and quality practices
• Keen listener and innate drive to succeed

This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. Therefore, employment will be contingent upon the ability to prove that you meet the status of a U.S. Person as one of the following: U.S. lawful permanent resident, U.S. Citizen, have been granted asylee or refugee status (i.e., a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)).

Additional Information

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

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: Yes