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.

As the Lead Manufacturing Engineer, you will play a key role in overseeing the manufacturing processes for Space Ignition Systems. You'll be responsible for planning and executing tasks that directly impact departmental operations. While working within established functional practices and procedures, you'll have the autonomy to drive execution and make decisions with guidance when needed.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

• Build and apply in-depth expertise in a technical discipline, leveraging prior experience to implement policies and strategies effectively.
• Serve as an individual contributor demonstrating strong interpersonal skills.
• Provide informal mentorship and guidance to new team members to support their growth and integration.
• Contribute to production and development activities, focusing on the creation and refinement of new products and processes.
• Act as the primary technical liaison between the manufacturing floor and design engineering teams.
• Develop and maintain detailed work instructions and methods to ensure consistent and efficient operations.
• Drive cost-out initiatives and lead lean improvement efforts, including activities aligned with the FLIGHT DECK methodology.
• Lead loss reduction exercises to enhance operational efficiency and minimize waste.
• Collaborate with customer technical representatives to address requirements and resolve technical challenges.
• Innovate and implement new tooling processes to support manufacturing needs.
• Provide comprehensive support to the manufacturing engineering team in Norwich, NY, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and objectives.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college (or a high school diploma / GED with at least 7 years of experience in manufacturing and/or engineering).
• Minimum of 3 years of manufacturing and/or engineering experience.

Desired Characteristics

• Experience in component-level manufacturing and systems testing.
• Electronics education (Technician or Engineer) is strongly preferred.
• Hands-on experience with mechanical assembly.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Proven ability to analyze and resolve complex problems effectively.
• Skilled in documenting, planning, marketing, and executing programs.
• Solid project management capabilities with a track record of success.

The base pay range for this position is $83,800 - $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 September 12, 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