Hybrid Staff Engineer – Metrology

at GE Aerospace

• Job title: Staff Engineer – Metrology
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Lead
• Salary: $120,000 - $200,000 per year
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, West Chester, United States

About the role

• Staff Engineer at GE Aerospace focusing on metrology and NDE for HPT airfoils. Leading innovative inspection methods and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Drive TRL (Technology Readiness Level) risk burndown and support strategic roadmapping for high-pressure turbine (HPT) airfoil materials and manufacturing
• Develop and implement inspection and measurement techniques for state-of-the-art HPT airfoil materials
• Lead process development from conception to production
• Build, lead, and execute initiatives to expand airfoil inspection methods and capabilities
• Collaborate within an interdisciplinary team to solve multi-dimensional and multi-disciplinary challenges
• Proactively lead cross-functional efforts with key stakeholders
• Support talent development to ensure the longevity of business and technical initiatives
• Lead functional teams or projects to find creative solutions to complex material, manufacturing, and design challenges
• Champion safety, structured problem-solving initiatives, and establish a culture of LEAN principles through FLIGHT DECK
• Leverage data for tactical and strategic decision-making to drive operational efficiency and product management excellence
• Conduct producibility evaluations, including reviews and the establishment of best practices for HPT airfoil manufacturing
• Generate and document lessons learned and new standards in established archival systems
• Communicate significant developments, lessons, and solutions to the broader team, including leadership
• Develop best practices, routines, and innovative solutions to improve technology and processes related to additive non-destructive inspection technologies
• Ability to work in-person more than 75% of the time, with the flexibility to travel between local sites in the Cincinnati and Dayton area
• Experience with CMM, ALICONA, or equivalent machine programming
• Proficiency in Polyworks, GOM, or equivalent software tools

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree from an Engineering/Science degree accredited college or university
• Minimum of 5 years (Metrology/NDE) experience
• Experience in high-pressure turbine (HPT) airfoil manufacturing and inspection techniques
• Expertise in non-destructive evaluation (NDE) and metrology methods
• Proficiency in GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing)
• Hands-on experience working in development labs, manufacturing pilot lines, or full-rate production environments
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings with precision
• Problem-solving skills, demonstrated through the ability to analyze and resolve complex challenges
• Leadership experience, with a proven ability to lead programs and projects effectively
• Established project management skills, including planning, execution, and delivery
• Experience with VCT or large STL files to measure fine features (<0.030 inch)
• Knowledge of MSA (Measurement System Analysis), GR&R (Gauge Repeatability and Reproducibility), and statistical capability studies
• Expertise in defining features and applying GD&T to complex geometries

Benefits

• Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
• Access to a Health Coach from GE Aerospace
• 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
• Access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants
• Tuition assistance
• Adoption assistance
• Paid parental leave
• Disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time-off for vacation or illness