Sr Manufacturing Staff Manager - Sectors

Job Description Summary Senior Manufacturing Engineering role (Technical Leader) for the Compressor Airfoils Sectors Business in Hooksett, NH. The Manufacturing Engineering Leader will lead professional and hourly associates on all Manufacturing Engineering processes as well as partner with the Business Leader to ensure success of the Sectors Business. This person will be involved in ensuring success in all business facets: Safety, Quality, Delivery & Cost. Job Description Roles and Responsibilities Lead transformation through FLIGHT DECK Lead through daily management the execution of safety, quality, delivery, and cost Plans, directs, and coordinates the activities of the engineering and manufacturing planning teams, including quality, maintenance, and tooling activities in support of the department. Defines and controls production processes including tooling, equipment, operating standards, and manufacturing methods. Validates design specifications and manufacturing capability of new products through concurrent development with product design teams. Leads the activities of manufacturing engineering and quality teams to develop and introduce new products including procurement, methods, tooling and first article inspection. Collaborate across functions to drive sustainable outcomes for key metrics through productivity process improvements, scrap and rework reduction projects, and product design improvements. Develops and maintains business continuity plans to ensure the plant and equipment readiness for new and existing products. Coordinates cross functionally to create and execute CAPEX needs for the department. Works closely with department operations staff to ensure connectivity of engineering priorities to the department KPI’s. Coordinates daily technical resource allocation to operational challenges related to product safety and delivery, while leading initiatives supporting cultural and technical transformation. Manages a medium team of professionals as well as others. Requires specialized knowledge within the function. Influence the development of strategy for the department connected to technical and cultural transformation initiatives, including control of resources and influences policy formulation. Interprets simple internal and external business challenges and recommends best practices to improve products, processes, or services. Stays informed of industry trends that may inform work. Uses high level of judgment to make decisions and handle complex tasks or problems in areas of operational, product management, manufacturing, technology, or engineering. Has ability to assess quality of information given and ask pertinent questions to stakeholders. Able to offer new solutions to problems outside of set parameters and can construct and provide recommendations. Uses multiple internal and some external sources outside of own function to help arrive at a decision. May lead functional teams or projects with minimal resource requirements, risk, and/or complexity. Communicates difficult concepts and may influence others' options on topics. May guide others to consider a different point of view. Required Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree accredited college or university Minimum of 5 years of of progressive experience in manufacturing engineering, including leadership responsibility (team leadership, project ownership, or functional leadership) in a high-volume or complex manufacturing environment experience (or a high school diploma / GED with at least 10 years of experience in of progressive experience in manufacturing engineering, including leadership responsibility (team leadership, project ownership, or functional leadership) in a high-volume or complex manufacturing environment) Desired Characteristics Proven expertise in manufacturing process design and optimization (e.g., CNC machining, assembly, special processes), including root cause analysis and continuous improvement using tools such as Lean, Six Sigma, PFMEA, control plans, and standard work Demonstrated ability to lead and develop engineers/technicians, influence cross-functional teams (operations, quality, supply chain), and drive SQDC improvements through data-driven decision making and clear communication at all levels of the organization. Humble: respectful, receptive, agile, eager to learn Transparent: shares critical information, speaks with candor, contributes constructively Focused: quick learner, strategically prioritizes work, committed 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 programs (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, 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 At GE Aerospace, we invent the future of flight, lift people up, and bring them home safely. We are a world-leading provider of jet engines, components, and integrated systems for commercial and military aircraft. At GE Aerospace, respect for people is core to our culture and commitment to FLIGHT DECK, our proprietary lean operating model. We attract, develop, and retain industry-leading talent from all backgrounds and cultivate communities where people are respected and empowered to reach their fullest potential. For the people of GE Aerospace, their work isn't just a job. It's their passion and purpose. We work and win as one team, accountable to each other and our customers, and we are always finding a better way to climb higher together. We were meant to fly.