Metrology Leader

Job Description Summary

The Metrology Leader will demonstrate leadership in supporting the plant measurement needs including gaging and CMM's. In the Metrology Leader role, you will utilize your experience or expertise to solve problems, develop and execute objectives for self and others, and have the ability to effect short-term and some long-term business goals.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

• The Metrology Leader will be responsible for establishing strategic measurement equipment and processes for the GE/Wilmington Aerospace Plant.
• This role will also be responsible for working with a larger team to establish process control processes, displays and tools for the plant.
• Plan and specify Metrology purchases necessary to inspect drawing and specification requirements
• Plan and coordinate the activities of the gage lab staff to coordinate metrology calibration responsibilities as assigned including: CMM programming / calibration; Repeatability testing, Measurement Audit Support
• Software revision control and Capital equipment forecasting
• Act as plant expert and interface regarding measurements systems and repeatability studies
• Ensure a means of collecting and distributing compiled information in order to improve quality
• Responsible for the administration of the plant measurement equipment, including specifying and working with sourcing to purchase this equipment
• Regulatory requirements and standards such as applicable ISO standards
• Ensure safe practices are used in compliance with all governmental regulations
• Identify, drive, mentor, and implement projects that improve overall production quality
• Work with Quality and Lean KPO team to drive process improvements
• Conduct training for measurement processes as needed
• Perform Root Cause analysis to identify metrology accuracy or repeatability problems and determine corrective actions
• Lead Metrology team consisting of a combination of Gage lab, CMM Programmers, Analysis, and CMM inspectors

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree accredited college or university + Minimum of 5 years of Management experience

Desired Characteristics

• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems.
• Demonstrated ability to lead programs / projects.
• Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs.
• Established project management skills.
• 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

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: Yes