Lead Materials Engineer

  • Norwich, NY
  • Posted 3 days ago | Updated 10 hours ago

Overview

On Site
USD 90,800.00 - 112,000.00 per year
Full Time

Skills

Performance Monitoring
Collaboration
Manufacturing Operations
Failure Analysis
Continuous Improvement
Innovation
Process Engineering
Performance Testing
Test Methods
ROOT
Conflict Resolution
Problem Solving
Field Service
Materials Science
Electronics
Manufacturing
Testing
Communication
Project Management
Finance
Health Care
Insurance
Life Insurance
Immigration
Authorization
Professional Development
Law
Aerospace

Job Details

Job Description Summary
Unison is the leading provider of differentiated engine controls, accessories, and performance monitoring solutions in the Aerospace, Defense & Space segments. Serving both original equipment manufacturers and aftermarket customers, Unison designs, manufactures and supplies the most advanced components and systems in the world.

As a Lead Materials Engineer, you will play a critical role in driving material selection and manufacturing process development for aerospace and industrial components. You will collaborate closely with design teams, manufacturing operations, and suppliers to ensure optimal material performance, reliability, and cost-effectiveness. Your expertise will be essential in developing and refining processes, conducting failure analyses, solving complex engineering challenges, and implementing solutions that enhance product quality and efficiency. By championing continuous improvement and innovation, you will help shape the future of advanced technologies in aerospace and industrial applications.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities
  • Plans and conducts material and process development programs to improve performance and producibility of general materials (metals and polymers) and their related processes. These include composites of multiple materials to enhance functionality. Site Special Process Owner for these manufacturing activities.
  • Directs verification and performance testing of general materials using industry standard ASTM test methods and performance evaluations in products.
  • Assists manufacturing in the identification, installation and development of process parameters for all internal materials-based product manufacturing equipment. Works with manufacturing to define necessary tooling and fixtures needed for specific part manufacture.
  • Assists in the preparation and review of materials-based part or potting and associated tool drawings; prepares engineering and process specification; documents results of technical activities in formal technical reports.
  • Directs and assists in root cause problem solving activities conducted to resolve manufacturing and field service performance problems related to general materials

Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering with years of experience (or high school diploma/GED with at least 7 years of experience in materials science, design engineering, manufacturing processes, and/or general engineering)
  • Minimum of 3 years of experience in materials science, design engineering, manufacturing processes, and/or general engineering.

Desired Characteristics
  • Aerospace experience preferred. Electronics Industry experience will be given special consideration
  • Broad Knowledge of standard materials selection and manufacturing processes and material testing
  • Strong oral and written communication skills. Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems. Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs. Established project management skills

The base pay range for this position is $90,800 - $112,000. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate's experience, education, and skill set. This position is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus based on a percentage of your base salary/commission based on the plan. This posting is expected to close on November 4, 2025

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 prog rams (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.

This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. Therefore, for applicants who are not U.S. lawful permanent residents, U.S. Citizens, or have been granted asylee or refugee status (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), employment 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 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
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