Lead Metallic Materials Application Engineer

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

📋 Description

• Define, qualify, and provide lifecycle support for materials and processes related to engine hardware and systems.

• Ensure that hardware and systems fulfill program requirements and are compatible with manufacturing and inspection capabilities.

• Analyze design requirements that impact materials and processes, offering guidance to design and manufacturing teams.

• Determine materials and processes for assigned hardware, reviewing and approving hardware drawings and design modifications.

• Establish qualification criteria and oversee the initial part qualifications, along with any process and source alterations.

• Manage manufacturing nonconformances and assist in supplier process evaluations with quality and supply chain teams.

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

• Implement corrective actions and facilitate lessons learned and read-across initiatives.

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

• Apply insights from field experience, manufacturing alterations, property evaluations, and development programs to enhance practices.

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

• Prepare technical reports that document key decisions regarding materials and processes.

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

⛳️ Requirements

• A 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 is required.

• Must obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Security Clearance.

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

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

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

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

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

• Understanding of the mechanical behavior of metals, such as fatigue, creep, and fracture, and how they relate to processing and microstructure.

• Familiarity with aerospace material and process specifications, including AMS, ASTM, and military specifications.

• An active Secret or Top Secret clearance is required.

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

• Must fulfill U.S. Person criteria for access to U.S. export-controlled information: U.S. lawful permanent resident, U.S. citizen, or granted asylee/refugee status.

• Successful completion of a drug screening is required, and employees may also be subject to random and reasonable-suspicion drug and alcohol testing.

🏝️ Benefits

• Annual discretionary bonus.

• Coverage for medical, dental, vision, and prescription drugs.

• Access to Health Coaching.

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

• Participation in the GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan.

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

• Company contributions towards retirement.

• Access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants.

• Tuition assistance programs.

• Adoption assistance is available.

• Paid parental leave offered.

• Disability insurance coverage.

• Life insurance coverage.

• Paid time off for vacations or illness.

• Opportunities for professional development.

• Relocation assistance provided.