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Manufacturing Engineer/Operations Development

GE Aerospace
Arkansas, KS Full Time
POSTED ON 12/30/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/29/2026
Job Description Summary

The Manufacturing Engineer utilizes expertise in manufacturing special processes to support business goals and programs for aircraft engine component repair. Requires strong foundation of functional skills and knowledge of relevant aircraft engine technologies

Job Description

Company Intro/About Us

GE Aerospace is a world-leading provider of jet engines, components, and systems for commercial and military aircraft. At GE Aerospace, we are committed to innovation, safety, and delivering high-quality solutions that power the future of flight. Working here means being part of a team that values collaboration, respect, and continuous improvement.

Site, Business, OR Functional Area Overview

If you want to be part of something special, consider a career opportunity at our

advanced technology engine services overhaul facility. Here, employees are helping to restore commercial and military jet engines to their fullest functionality, efficiency, and performance. We have experienced teams working in plasma, frame and wire spraying, polyurethane and sermetel painting as well as heat treating, brazing, and TIG welding operations. In addition to comprehensive internal engine repair/overhaul, we also operate a world-class evaluation and testing facility that’s FEDEC capable.

Role Overview

As a Manufacturing Engineer specializing in special processes, you will utilize your expertise in manufacturing technologies to support business goals and programs for aircraft engine component repair. This role requires a strong foundation in functional skills and knowledge of relevant aircraft engine technologies. You will work on-site and collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop, maintain, and improve manufacturing processes.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop, maintain, and improve manufacturing special processes, including mechanical cleaning and welding.
  • Conduct metallography evaluations and prepare reports for production and/or new product introduction.
  • Create and maintain manufacturing processes, equipment, and process instructions to ensure process control, stability, and conformance.
  • Drive improvements that lead to cost reduction, productivity enhancements, and product quality improvements.
  • Support repair industrializations aligned with repair readiness levels, including tooling, planning, and equipment.
  • Investigate, develop, and apply new technologies to manufacturing processes.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams and other manufacturing engineers to deliver results and drive innovation.

The Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, innovative, and thrives in a fast-paced environment. They possess strong interpersonal and leadership skills and are capable of influencing others and leading small teams.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college (or a high school diploma/GED with a minimum of 6 years of experience in manufacturing).
  • Ability to support off-shifts and weekends as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Strong material science background.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills.
  • Proven analytical and organizational ability.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office.
  • Ability to coordinate several projects simultaneously.
  • Effective problem identification and solution skills.

Additional Information

  • This role is restricted to U.S. persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, nationals of the United States, asylees, and refugees) due to access to export-controlled technology.
  • Must pass background and drug screens.
  • Physical requirements may include standing for extended periods and working in a manufacturing environment.

Closing

Join GE Aerospace and be part of a team that is shaping the future of flight. This role is subject to export control regulations and requires U.S. person status.

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 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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