Senior Process Engineer - Fiber Handling Engineer

Job Description Summary

The Fiber Handling Engineer will support the GE Aerospace Huntsville site where ceramic matrix composites (CMC's) are produced. Specifically this role will support processes for producing coated silicon carbide (SiC) based tow for CMC's. In this role the candidate will be responsible for projects to increase machine OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness) through improvements in processes related to the movement of tow comprised of brittle SiC fiber.

Job Description

GE Overview:

GE Aerospace (GEA) is a leader in the industrialization of ceramic matrix composites (CMCs) for the manufacture of military and commercial jet engines. CMC's are a technological breakthrough in advanced materials that enables a revolutionary change in the engine's fuel efficiency, performance and emissions due to their low weight and high temperature resistance. GEA's commitment to the development of CMC technology began in 2001 and has reached realization in 2016 with first deliveries of the LEAP engine for commercial narrow body airliners. Orders for LEAP, which features a CMC shroud component, have now reached 40,000 in number, reflecting the success of this product. GEA's commitment to the implementation of CMC technology continues with the GE9X engine, the first commercial engine to incorporate multiple CMC components. The first flight powered by GE9X engines was completed in January of 2020. These examples are just the beginning for the opportunities that CMC's create to transform the aviation industry and GEA is positioned to play a lead role in that revolution.

Roles and Responsibilities for the Senior Process Engineer

• Serve as site subject matter expert in understanding how SiC based tow interacts with mechanical systems for the transport of tow.
• Utilize fundamentals related to how characteristics of the tow impact the ability to effectively move tow without filament failure. In addition, the candidate is expected to be the site expert in the mechanical systems for transporting the tow.
• Utilize Six Sigma related tools to drive effective problem solving related to failures associated with the movement of tow.
• Take a lead role in any efforts to redesign systems associated with the movement of SiC tow.
• Support manufacturing teams as they root cause failures/ issues associated with the movement of tow and the behavior of tow in tow transport processes.
• Mentor engineers and technicians in understanding critical parameters/ characteristics that impact successful transport of SiC tow.
• Support Maintenance and Reliability organizations in setting up appropriate PM's around tow transport systems and/or troubleshooting transport systems.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum B.S. degree in Mechanical Engineering, Material Sciences, or Ceramic Engineering.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in fiber related industry such as carbon fiber.

Desired Characteristics:

• Ability to apply strong fundamentals in fiber processing to practical problems..
• Data driven- relies heavily on data to drive decisions.
• Strong written and oral communication skills. Able to explain complex issues to a wide array of audiences.
• Ability to prioritize "the many" problems/ opportunities down to the "vital few" and generate action plans to address.
• Humble: respectful, receptive, agile, eager to learn.
• Transparent: shares critical information, speaks with candor, contributes constructively.
• Focused: quick learner, strategically prioritizes work, committed.
• Leadership abilities: strong communicator, decision-maker, collaborative with cross-functional teams.
• Good understanding of failure analysis/ problem solving tools (5-Why, RCA, DMAIC, FMEA).

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.

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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