Lead Manufacturing Engineer - Manuf Eng Specialist

GE Aerospace - Lynn, MA

Full-time - Mid Level

Lynn, MA

Transportation Equipment Manufacturing

About the position

The Lead Manufacturing Engineering Specialist will work in a production shop environment, focusing on manufacturing engineering processes, hardware ownership, and quality requirements. This role offers the opportunity to learn and grow within a dynamic area, with exposure to lean principles and techniques during a transformation in 2025. The position emphasizes process improvement, safety culture, and achieving key performance indicators (KPIs) related to quality, delivery, and productivity.

Responsibilities

• Develop in-depth knowledge of a technical discipline.
• Execute policy and strategy using prior experience and technical expertise.
• Understand key business drivers and integrate work with other teams.
• Propose solutions outside of set parameters with guidance.
• Solve straightforward tasks using technical skills and analytic thinking.
• Provide informal guidance to new team members.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college or a high school diploma with at least 4 years of experience in a manufacturing setting.
• A minimum of 3 additional years of experience in manufacturing/production.
• Advanced experience in manufacturing or production.
• Experience with CNC machining, TIG welding, vertical/horizontal lathe, milling, heat treat, brazing.
• Knowledge of process control, improvement & escape prevention, technical requirements & process control, GD&T, blueprint reading, problem solving, and lean manufacturing.

Nice-to-haves

• Humble: respectful, receptive, agile, eager to learn.
• Transparent: shares critical information, speaks with candor, contributes constructively.
• Focused: quick learner, strategically prioritizes work, committed.
• Leadership ability: strong communicator, decision-maker, collaborative.
• Problem solver: analytical-minded, challenges existing processes, critical thinker.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
• Access to a Health Coach and a 24/7 nurse-based resource.
• Access to the Employee Assistance Program for confidential assessment and counseling.
• GE Retirement Savings Plan with company matching contributions.
• Tuition assistance and adoption assistance.
• Paid parental leave, disability insurance, and life insurance.
• Paid time-off for vacation or illness.