Job Description
Job Description Summary Unison is the leading provider of differentiated engine controls, accessories, and performance monitoring solutions in the Aerospace, Defense & Space segments. Serving both original equipment manufacturers and aftermarket customers, Unison designs, manufactures and supplies the most advanced components and systems in the world.
The Ceramics Process Engineer is a key professional responsible for developing and optimizing ceramics manufacturing processes for aerospace and industrial components. This role involves providing direct support to manufacturing and supply chain operations while collaborating with design teams to drive innovation in new material development.
Job Description Roles and Responsibilities - Ceramics Manufacturing Process Engineering (ME)
- Develop and apply key process parameters for all internal ceramic manufacturing.
- Develop and maintain process control database and analyze for process improvements.
- Define necessary tooling and fixtures needed for specific part manufacture.
- Prepare and review of ceramic part and associated tool drawings; review engineering and process specification; documents results of technical activities in formal technical reports.
- Directs root cause problem solving activities to resolve manufacturing and field service performance problems related to ceramic materials.
- Define and execute a supply chain strategy for ceramic products to include internal/external vendor mix and work in qualifying external vendors to meet ceramic specification requirements.
- Materials and Process Engineering (M&P Eng)
- Collaborate with Product Design engineers to define ceramic materials for New Product Development and legacy products.
- Plans and conducts material and process development programs to improve performance and producibility of alumina and non-oxide (silicon-nitride and silicon carbide) based composite ceramics, and their related processes. Additional related processes may include glazing, glass-sealing, application of semi-conductive and metallized coatings, and ceramic to metal brazing.
- Directs verification and performance testing of ceramic materials using industry standard ASTM test methods and performance evaluations in products.
Required Qualifications - Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university (or a High School Diploma/GED with at least 4 years of Materials Science and/or Ceramics Engineering experience).
- This role requires use of technical data subject to U.S. Government contract restrictions and this posting is only for U.S. Citizens. GE will require proof of status prior to employment.
Desired Characteristics - Knowledge of ceramic raw materials selection, powder processing and spray drying, iso-pressing, tool design, machining, sintering and material testing.
- Desire experience with manufacture of oxide and non-oxide ceramic materials like alumina, silicon nitride, silicon carbide, and Sialon; specifying and performing related processes including glazing, metallic coatings, glass-sealing, and ceramic to metal brazing; experienced in use of ceramic material laboratory analysis equipment, and common desktop computer tools.
- Self-starter, able to work with limited supervision. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Demonstrated ability to execute projects and manage production activities. Demonstrated expertise in process controls in ceramic manufacturing. Some knowledge of ceramic materials in Hot, Aggressive environments in Aerospace or Automotive engine environments would be given preference.
The base pay range for this position is $79,800 - $100,000. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate's experience, education, and skill set. This position is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus based on a percentage of your base salary/commission based on the plan. This posting is expected to close on June 20, 2025.
GE 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 prog rams (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, for applicants who are not asylees, refugees, lawful permanent residents or U.S. Citizens (i.e., not a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), otherwise known as a U.S. Person), final offers will be contingent on the ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.
Additional Information GE 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 General Electric Company
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