Lead Metallic Materials Application Engineer

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Ohio.

📋 Description

• Interpret design specifications impacting materials and processes for designated hardware.

• Offer guidance on materials and processes to design and manufacturing teams.

• Establish materials and processes for designated hardware.

• Review and sanction hardware drawings and design modifications.

• Set qualification standards and manage initial part qualifications, along with any subsequent process and source changes.

• Address manufacturing nonconformances.

• Assist in supplier process evaluations alongside quality and supply chain teams.

• Lead investigations into root causes of materials- and processes-related issues in manufacturing and field environments.

• Propel corrective actions and disseminate lessons learned across the organization.

• Identify gaps in materials and processes technology and revise technology strategies accordingly.

• Implement lessons learned and best practices derived from field experiences, manufacturing changes, property evaluations, and development initiatives.

• Relay the status and outcomes of hardware materials and processes to team members and leadership.

• Prepare technical reports that document critical materials and processes decisions.

• Collaborate with design, quality, manufacturing, and supply chain teams to meet business objectives and ensure hardware safety.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Materials Engineering, Materials Science, or Metallurgy, or a high school diploma/GED with a minimum of 7 years of engineering experience.

• At least 3 years of engineering experience required.

• Must secure and maintain U.S. Government Security Clearance.

• U.S. citizenship is mandatory for security clearance eligibility.

• Must fulfill U.S. Person status requirements for access to U.S. export-controlled information: U.S. lawful permanent resident, U.S. Citizen, asylee, or refugee.

• Legally authorized to work in the United States.

• Experience with nickel- and cobalt-base superalloys, titanium alloys, and/or high-strength steels.

• Familiarity with aerospace quality systems, supplier quality, and/or field support.

• Knowledge of manufacturing and special processes such as casting, forging, heat treatment, and coatings.

• Experience with failure analysis and materials characterization techniques, including metallography, SEM/EDS, and fractography.

• Comprehension of the mechanical behavior of metals, including fatigue, creep, and fracture, and their relationship to processing and microstructure.

• Understanding of aerospace material and process specifications, including AMS, ASTM, and military specifications.

• Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently while strategically prioritizing tasks.

• Self-motivated with a proven capability to resolve technical issues and drive them to completion.

• Demonstrated facilitation and collaboration skills within multidisciplinary teams.

• Active Secret or Top Secret clearance (preferred).

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.

• Access to a Health Coach from GE Aerospace.

• Employee Assistance Program offering 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling, and referral services.

• GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan.

• 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions.

• Company retirement contributions.

• Fidelity resources and planning consultants available.

• Tuition assistance offered.

• Adoption assistance provided.

• Paid parental leave available.

• Disability insurance offered.

• Life insurance coverage.

• Paid time off for vacation or illness.

• Opportunities for professional development.

• Relocation assistance provided.