Manufacturing Team Leader - Production Quality Assurance

Job Description Summary

Are you ready to see your career take flight? At GE Aerospace, we believe the world works better when it flies. We are a world-leading provider of jet engines, components, and integrated systems for commercial and military aircraft. We have a relentless dedication to the future of safe and more sustainable flight and believe in our talented people to make it happen.

GE Aerospace is a world-leading provider of jet engines, components, and integrated systems for commercial and military aircraft. We are committed to defining the future of flight through innovation, collaboration, and operational excellence. At GE Aerospace, we prioritize Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost (SQDC) in everything we do, ensuring we deliver the highest standards to our customers.

As a Manufacturing Team Leader - Production Quality Assurance, you will play a critical role in ensuring the highest quality standards in our manufacturing processes. In this role, you will lead a team of 16 hourly professionals, drive continuous improvement initiatives, and ensure compliance with regulatory and company standards. Your leadership will directly contribute to delivering safe, high-quality products on time and at optimal cost.

GE Aerospace Electric Power focuses on designing, manufacturing, and delivering advanced electrical power systems for aerospace applications. These systems are critical for powering aircraft, enabling efficient operation, and supporting the growing demand for electrification in aviation. GE Aerospace's electric power solutions are engineered to meet the highest standards of safety, quality, reliability, and performance, ensuring seamless integration into modern aircraft platforms.

Job Description

Role & Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of manufacturing and quality assurance professionals.
• Foster a culture of Respect for People, collaboration, and accountability.
• Ensure team alignment with GE Aerospace's Behaviors and SQDC priorities.
• Oversee quality control processes to ensure compliance with industry standards, customer requirements, and regulatory guidelines.
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to address quality issues.
• Monitor and analyze quality metrics, driving improvements to reduce defects and enhance product reliability.
• Apply lean manufacturing principles and tools (e.g., Kaizen, Standard Work, Hoshin Kanri) to optimize production processes.
• Lead initiatives to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and enhance overall operational performance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and implement process improvements.
• Ensure all manufacturing and quality assurance activities adhere to safety standards and regulations.
• Promote a culture of safety and proactively address potential risks.
• Maintain compliance with GE Aerospace policies, procedures, and industry certifications.
• Manage daily production schedules to meet delivery targets and customer expectations.
• Coordinate resources, materials, and equipment to ensure smooth operations.
• Address production challenges and implement solutions to minimize downtime.
• Provide regular updates to leadership on production and quality performance.
• Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders, including suppliers and customers.
• Prepare and present reports on quality metrics, production efficiency, and improvement initiatives.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related field from an accredited college or university (or High School Diploma/GED with 6 years of manufacturing and leadership experience)
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in manufacturing, production, or quality assurance roles

Additional Information

• This position requires U.S. citizenship status.
• Ability and willingness to work on-site at the Bohemia, NY facility 7:00am- 3:30pm with some Saturday coverage, which is 6:00am-12:00pm based on business needs.

Desired Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience in managing teams and driving results.
• Strong knowledge of quality assurance methodologies and tools.
• Proficiency in lean manufacturing principles (e.g., FLIGHT DECK, Kaizen, Standard Work).
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Experience in aerospace manufacturing or a related industry.
• Familiarity with regulatory standards such as AS9100, ISO 9001, or FAA/EASA requirements.
• Six Sigma certification or equivalent lean training.

Some of our competitive benefits package includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance that begins on the first day of employment
• Permissive time off policy for newly hired employees
• Generous 401(k) plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• And more!

The base pay range for this position is $100,600.00 - 128,000.00 . 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 11/24/2025.

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 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 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: No