Job Description Summary

The Manufacturing Engineering Development Program (MEDP) is a 2-year development program in manufacturing focused on developing and accelerating technical expertise across the Supply Chain. Engineers in the MEDP will work in manufacturing engineering assignments to gain experience through a mix of on-the-job training and classroom education structured to provide a foundation of technical and leadership skills. You'll complete two 12-month assignments to cultivate growth in key technical disciplines and engineering responsibilities. In addition, the MEDP will foster mentorship and structured learning opportunities with our team of manufacturing experts. Upon completion, you will be ready for promotional opportunities to further advance in GE Aerospace.

Job Description

At GE Aerospace, we invent the future of flight, lift people up, and bring them home safely. We are a world-leading provider of jet engines, components, and integrated systems for commercial and military aircraft. At GE Aerospace, respect for people is core to our culture and commitment to FLIGHT DECK, our proprietary lean operating model. We attract, develop, and retain industry-leading talent from all backgrounds and cultivate communities where people are respected and empowered to reach their fullest potential. For the people of GE Aerospace, their work isn't just a job. It's their passion and purpose. We work and win as one team, accountable to each other and our customers, and we are always finding a better way to climb higher together. We were meant to fly.

Job Description Summary

The Manufacturing Engineering Development Program (MEDP) is a 2-year development program in manufacturing focused on developing and accelerating technical expertise across the Supply Chain. Engineers in the MEDP will work in manufacturing engineering assignments to gain experience through a mix of on-the-job training and classroom education structured to provide a foundation of technical and leadership skills. You'll complete two 12-month assignments to cultivate growth in key technical disciplines and engineering responsibilities. In addition, the MEDP will foster mentorship and structured learning opportunities with our team of manufacturing experts. Upon completion, you will be ready for promotional opportunities to further advance in GE Aerospace. This programme will be based at Dowty, a GE Aerospace company, in Gloucestershire. It is a world-leading supplier of electronically controlled, composite propeller systems for A wide range of civil and military applications, including commercial airliners and military airlifters to multi-role seaplanes and marine hovercraft. 

 Key programs include the Lockheed Martin C-130J, the De-Haviland, Dash 8-400 and the Leonardo C-27J. 

 Operated by a highly skilled workforce, Dowty’s’ in-house production expertise for composite blades includes application of resin transfer moulding processes, which have been continuously evolved and perfected since 1976; and the use of braiding machines that rapidly and accurately apply the blades’ fibre outer layers. 

Job Description

Role Overview:

• Provide daily hands-on support to shop floor personnel to help facilitate problem-solving and process improvements related to production or development labs.
• Apply geometric dimensioning and tolerancing skills and interpret blueprints to facilitate component manufacturing processes.
• Utilize various design and analytical software to support and improve manufacturing processes.
• Advance and develop manufacturing planning, processes and work instructions.
• Work with cross-functional teams to identify and implement process improvements to improve product quality, increase throughput, and reduce manufacturing costs.
• Collect and analyze data from manufacturing processes to drive short- and long-term actions that support production.
• Apply Lean and Six Sigma tools to identify waste and support decision-making processes.
• Manage project plans related to manufacturing changes and collaborate with various functions to drive action and project closure.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a high-performing engineering graduate who is eager to be hands-on in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, applying strong analytical skills, Lean thinking, and clear communication to drive process improvements and support safe, sustainable aerospace production.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or a related Engineering degree.
• Predicted or achieved academic success of a 2,1 degree or above
• A related placement or internship experience preferably at GE Aerospace.

Preferred Qualifications

• Desire to be hands-on in a manufacturing environment
• Respectful, receptive, agile, eager to learn
• Shares critical information, speaks with honesty, contributes constructively
• Quick learner, strategically prioritizes work, committed, and takes initiative
• Leadership ability: strong communicator, decision-maker, collaborative teamwork
• Problem solver: analytical-minded, challenges existing processes, critical thinker
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced shop floor environment around various machine tools and equipment

Flexible Working

GE supports and encourages flexible working arrangements, where possible, and recognises the benefits to employees of having a positive work-life balance.

Total Reward

At GE Aerospace we understand the importance of Total Reward.  Our flexible benefits plan, called FlexChoice, gives you freedom, choice and flexibility in the way you receive your benefits, as well as giving you the opportunity to make savings where possible.    

As a new joiner to GE we are pleased to be able to offer you the following as default in your benefit fund, which you then can tailor to meet your individual needs;   

• Performance based annual bonus  

• Non-contributory Pension              

• Life Assurance   

• Group income protection                

• Private medical cover        

• Holiday Hourly equivalent of 26 days, with flexible option to buy or sell   

Recruitment Process

As part of our recruitment process, you will be required to submit an initial CV application. After this, you may be invited to a video interview. If successful, you may then be invited to the final stage which would be to attend an assessment centre on site. Our recruitment team will be in touch with you at every stage to keep you updated. 

If you require any adjustments to the process to enable you to be at your best, please email the team via [email protected]

Security Clearance

Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance is required and must be maintained for this role. Please note that in the event that BPSS clearance cannot be obtained, you may not be eligible for the role and/or any offer of employment may be withdrawn on grounds of national security. Please see the link below for further details regarding the requirements for BPSS clearance: BPSS   

Right to Work

Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. However, under the applicable UK immigration rules as may be in place from time to time, it may be that candidates who do not currently have the right to work in the UK may not be appointed to a post if a suitably qualified, experienced and skilled candidate who does not require sponsorship is available to take up the post. Further, sponsorship is not available for our Early Careers opportunities. For further information please visit the UK Visas and Immigration website. 

Whether we are manufacturing components for our engines, driving innovation in fuel and noise reduction, or unlocking new opportunities to grow and deliver more productivity, our GE Aerospace teams are dedicated and making a global impact. Join us and help move the aerospace industry forward.

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