Job Description Summary

Job Description

Job Summary:

The Manufacturing Engineering Development Program (MEDP) is a 2-year development program in manufacturing 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 technical and leadership skills. You'll complete two 12-month assignments to cultivate growth in key technical disciplines and engineering responsibilities. In addition, the MEDP will foster mentorship and structured learning opportunities with our team of manufacturing experts.  Upon completion, you will be ready for promotional opportunities to further advance in GE Aerospace.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Provide daily hands-on support to shop floor personnel to help facilitate problem-solving and process improvements related to production or development labs.

• Apply geometric dimensioning and tolerancing skills and interpret blueprints to facilitate component manufacturing processes.

• Utilize various design and analytical software to support and improve manufacturing processes.

• Advance and develop manufacturing planning, processes and work instructions.

• Work with cross-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 waste and support decision-making processes.

• Manage project plans related to manufacturing changes and collaborate with various functions to drive action and project closure.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering or a 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)

Desired Characteristics:

• Desire to be hands-on in a manufacturing environment

• Humble: respectful, receptive, agile, eager to learn

• Transparent: shares critical information, speaks with honesty, contributes constructively

• Focused: quick learner, strategically prioritizes work, committed, and takes initiative

• Leadership ability: strong communicator, decision-maker, collaborative teamwork

• Problem solver: analytical-minded, challenges existing processes, critical thinker

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced shop floor environment around various machine tools and equipment

• Preference will be given to those with prior internship or co-op experience

• Demonstrated commitment to community and/or university involvement

• Knowledge of manufacturing technologies

Equal Opportunity Employer:

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.

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