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GE Aviation

Lead CMM Programmer

GE Aviation, Wilmington, North Carolina, United States, 28412


Job Description Summary

The Lead CMM programmer will demonstrate leadership in supporting the plant CMM measurement needs including Program revision control. In the Lead CMM programmer role, you will utilize your experience and expertise to solve CMM problems, develop and execute program objectives, and manage CMM program schedules.

Job DescriptionRoles and Responsibilities

Develop and validate Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM) programs and calibrations used to support the manufacturing efforts for GE Aviation Wilmington

Plan and specify CMM purchases necessary to inspect drawing and specification requirements

Plan and coordinate the activities of the entire CMM staff by managing CMM calibration responsibilities as assigned including: CMM programming / calibration; Measurement Audit Support; CMM Program revision control

Plan and coordinate the CMM area activities around Program Schedules, Calibration, Audit Support and Program Software Quality Assurance controls

Responsible for the measurement accuracy of all CMM measurement systems

Conduct training CMM inspection and programming as needed

Act as plant expert and interface regarding CMM measurements

Ensure a means of collecting and distributing compiled information in order to improve quality

Responsible for the administration of the plant CMM’s, including implementation and maintenance to regulatory requirements and standards such as applicable ISO standards

Read and interpret drawings and other quality control requirements using Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) and sound metrology principals

Ensure safe practices are used in compliance with all governmental regulations

Work with Quality team to drive inspection process improvements

Drive Lean effort within manufacturing focusing on Quality

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college (Or a high school diploma / GED with a minimum of 4 years of experience in engineering or quality) + 3 years CMM programming experience including QUINDOS (including experience with editing and controlling CMM program revisions) for aviation hardware

Desired Characteristics

Strong organizational, analytic, and problem- solving skills

Ability to work in cross- functional teams in a matrix environment with all levels of personnel

Strong working knowledge of Manufacturing and Quality operations

Ability to plan, prioritize, and manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines

Ability to coach, manage, change and facilitate team performance

Ability to analyze problems, identify root causes and provide efficient solutions

Ability to drive change

Demonstrated oral and written communication skills

Strong interpersonal and leadership skills

Six Sigma training

Humble: respectful, receptive, agile, eager to learn

Transparent: shares critical information, speaks with candor, contributes constructively

Focused: quick learner, strategically prioritizes work, committed

Leadership ability: strong communicator, decision-maker, collaborative

Problem solver: analytical-minded, challenges existing processes, critical thinker

Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity 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.

General Electric Company, Ropcor, Inc., their successors, and in some cases their 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. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.

Additional Information

GE offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE 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 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

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