Job Information
GE Aerospace Staff Engineer - Materials Application Engineering in Prague, Czech Republic
Job Description Summary
The metallic materials application Staff engineer provides materials expertise and technical leadership for multiple material systems across a variety of components. The focus of this role is the development and application of metallic materials and processes across a variety of aviation components within the supply chain.
In this role you will work with new products and legacy teams to solve complex technical problems. This role has a direct effect on short-term and some long-term business goals. The role requires horizontal partnership with design, sourcing, and quality to ensure robust technical solutions for the customer.
Based on candidate experience, this role and MAE ownership responsibilities will be determined.
Job Description
Roles and Responsibilities
Materials and process definition throughout the NPI process
Supplier support including review and approval of significant process changes, substantiation of nonconformances and cost reductions
Material property assessments that enable product improvements and destructive analysis of manufactured, engine tested and fielded hardware.
Communication of materials characteristics to non-Mat Engr (i.e., Design, Supply Chain & Suppliers)
Exposure to Quality systems & requirements
Document technical data generated by the assigned project consistent with engineering policies and procedures
Effectively communicate and provide recommendations through the analysis, preparation, and presentation of technical data to internal and external customers using reports, records, and letters
Required Qualifications
BSc or MSc in Materials Engineering or related faculty
Significant experience with materials application engineering, materials development, and/or engineering program management
Subject matter expert in key technical area of material science, or breadth across multiple disciplines
In-depth understanding of metallurgy, manufacturing processes and inspections associated with aircraft engine parts
Understanding of processing vs. property trades & material data application
Strong oral and written communication skills in English
Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
Able to communicate complex problems and ideas with clarity to different types of audiences
Self-motivated and able to work independently and in teams
Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
The ability to coordinate several projects simultaneously
Effective problem identification and solution skills
Proven analytical and organizational ability
Desired Characteristics
Experience with aerospace or gas turbine industry manufacturing, quality systems and field support.
Experience with primary processing (forging, casting & heat treatment) of aircraft engine parts (structures and/or rotating parts & materials)
Experience related to special processes such as heat treatment, welding, brazing, coatings, electrochemical processes
Additional Information
Relocation Assistance Provided: No