Job Description SummaryThe Senior Manufacturing Engineer – Machining Process Specialist will lead the development, validation, industrialization, and standardization of CNC milling processes for structural components and mounting hardware. This role is responsible for delivering capable, repeatable, and scalable machining methods across a broad range of metallic materials while strengthening manufacturing standards and developing other Manufacturing Engineers.The ideal candidate brings deep experience in process development for complex milled hardware, strong working knowledge of Siemens CNC controllers, and a proven track record of improving process capability through machining simulation, fixturing strategy, tool management, and process control. This is a senior technical leadership role balancing executing the work and leading supporting ME’s.Job DescriptionKey ResponsibilitiesLead development, prove-out, validation, and optimization of milling processes for structural components and mounting hardwareEstablish robust, repeatable manufacturing methods that support Safety, Quality, Delivery, and CostDrive process standardization across part families, including workholding strategy, tool management, in-process control, and process monitoringLead technical maturation of manufacturing methods from concept through production readinessApply machining simulation to validate toolpaths, reduce process risk, improve collision avoidance, and support efficient process developmentDefine and standardize workholding approaches, including zero-point fixturing, to improve setup repeatability, changeover efficiency, and positional consistencyDevelop tooling control strategies including laser-based tool measurement / broken-tool detection and tool offset controlImprove process capability through structured approaches to tool life management, tool performance tracking, and process monitoringProvide active technical leadership, mentoring, and development for other Manufacturing EngineersTroubleshoot machining issues using structured root cause analysis and implement durable corrective actionsPartner with operations, quality, tooling, and other cross-functional teams to stabilize and improve manufacturing performanceDocument process standards, validation results, lessons learned, and best practices to support reuse and knowledge transferRequired ExperienceBachelor’s Degree accredited college or university + Minimum of 5 years of manufacturing experience OR (or a high school diploma / GED with a minimum of 4 years in engineering experience + a minimum of 5 years in CNC manufacturing experiencePreferred Experience10+ years of manufacturing process development experience in machining or advanced manufacturingStrong experience developing CNC milling processes for structural hardware, machined components, or similarly complex metallic partsStrong experience with Siemens CNC controllers, Teamcenter, NX CAM/SIMExperience machining a wide range of aerospace materials, including aluminum, steel, titanium, HRSA, and InconelExperience using machining simulation to support process validation and optimizationStrong understanding of workholding, fixture design principles, cutting tool application, and process capabilityExperience implementing standardized approaches for:Zero-point workholdingTool setting and tool monitoring systemsTool life controlIn-process monitoringDemonstrated ability to troubleshoot machining processes in a structured, data-driven mannerDemonstrated ability to lead technical initiatives and develop less experienced engineersStrong written and verbal communication skillsDesired CharacteristicsExperience with multi-axis milling environmentsStrong understanding of machining process fundamentals, including tool engagement, stability, chatter risk, thermal effects, and machine/process variationExperience establishing scalable standards across machines, part families, and manufacturing cellsExperience improving setup repeatability, tool utilization, and process robustness in production environmentsAbility to translate technical learning into standard work, training, and reusable process standardsStrong continuous improvement mindset and sound technical judgmentLittle to no travel requiredGE 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.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 InformationGE 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