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Job Description Summary

Product quality review associated with the manufacturing process. Impacts approaches, projects and programs in the functional area or affected business organization and ways of working. Impacts quality, efficiency and effectiveness of own team. Has significant input into priorities. Guided by professional practices and policies that are shaped by the role. The role has moderate autonomy, requiring high levels of operational judgment.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

+ Provide ownership for both quality assurance and quality control within manufacturing operations, including conformance in production, incoming material control, and product inspection.

+ Lead and execute continuous improvement initiatives to drive process standardization, efficiency, and defect reduction.

+ Apply advanced problem-solving methods (8D, Root Cause Analysis, 5-Why) to resolve complex quality issues impacting multiple programs and value streams.

+ Partner with manufacturing, engineering, and supply chain teams to identify high-risk processes and implement sustainable corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).

+ Support and conduct internal audits to ensure compliance with AS9100, customer, and regulatory requirements.

+ Lead investigations related to nonconformance, perform MRB (Material Review Board) activities, and ensure timely disposition and closure of quality events.

+ Develop and maintain quality system documentation, procedures, and work instructions in alignment with business and regulatory requirements.

+ Utilize LEAN and FLIGHT DECK methodologies to optimize quality systems, ensure compliance, and drive product quality and reliability improvements.

+ Support process capability studies, FAI (First Article Inspection) per AS9102, PFMEA, and other quality planning tools to ensure robust process control.

+ Provide technical mentorship and guidance to junior engineers, inspectors, and production teams on quality tools, standards, and best practices.

+ Interface with customers, suppliers, and regulatory agencies to support audits, reviews, and product compliance activities.

Required Qualifications

+ Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, Aerospace, or related discipline) from an accredited university or college (or a high school diploma / GED with at least 4 years of experience in Manufacturing Quality) + Minimum 5 years of experience in Manufacturing, Quality, or a related technical discipline

+ Working knowledge of quality systems and standards (AS9100, ISO 9001, or equivalent)

Desired Characteristics

+ ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or Six Sigma Green/Black Belt certification

+ Experience with APQP, PPAP, Control Plans, and Process Validation

+ Demonstrated knowledge of NADCAP special processes (heat treat, coatings, NDT, welding, brazing, etc.)

+ Proficiency in GD&T and aerospace blueprint interpretation

+ Experience with inspection equipment and methods (CMM, vision systems, gages, etc.)

+ Experience in supplier quality, including supplier assessments, audits, and performance improvement activities

+ Proficiency in statistical analysis tools (Minitab, JMP) for SPC, MSA, and capability analysis

+ Demonstrated leadership in cross-functional problem-solving teams and implementation of effective corrective actions

+ Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence across functions and levels

+ Proficient in digital quality and manufacturing systems

+ Experience with DFMEA, PFMEA, and risk-based quality approaches

+ Ability to manage multiple priorities and drive accountability in a fast-paced production environment

_This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. Therefore, for applicants who are not U.S. lawful permanent residents, U.S. Citizens, or have been granted asylee or refugee status (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), employment 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 (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/22-088\_EEOC\_KnowYourRights\_10\_20.pdf) . 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

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.