Job Description Summary

The Edison Works Military Material Systems Section supports development, industrialization, and production of ceramic, polymeric, and metallic materials for Edison Works' military products. The Military Material Systems Coatings Sub-Section Manager leads a team responsible for ensuring material systems are appropriately integrated into product designs and hardware, and for facilitating testing and manufacture of coupons and test hardware for materials TRL/MRL maturation.

This is a people-leadership role. The successful candidate will manage, develop, and grow a team of coatings and materials engineers while driving program execution, manufacturing readiness, and the application of GE Aerospace FLIGHT DECK (lean) principles across the sub-section's portfolio.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

· Lead, coach, and develop a team of coatings and materials engineers; own hiring, performance management, workload balancing, and career growth for the sub-section

· Demonstrate leadership in communicating business goals, programs, and processes for materials technologies and associated applications

· Utilize experience and expertise to navigate organizational and technical challenges, and develop and execute objectives for self and others

· Facilitate the execution of coatings technical readiness programs (TRL 4-6) using sound engineering principles and adhering to business standards, practices, procedures, and product/program requirements

· Apply program and project management discipline to plan, resource, and deliver assigned projects on cost and on schedule, proactively communicating risks to deliverables

· Partner with GE Aerospace production and manufacturing teams to mature processes (MRL), implement robust process control and monitoring, and transition coatings technologies from the lab to the factory

· Drive accountability for documenting technical data generated within assigned projects, ensuring consistency with engineering policies and procedures

· Apply GE Aerospace FLIGHT DECK tools and lean problem-solving to improve how the team defines, executes, and sustains its work

· Promote analytics-based solutions for project definition and execution

· Broadly communicate program updates and learnings to the advanced military community in technical reviews and forums

· Participate in research and development programs with GE Aerospace Research and external agency customers to advance materials technologies

· Interface with product line leaders to ensure material system considerations are appropriately integrated into product designs and hardware

· Participate on teams assigned to address organizational initiatives and generic issues

Required Qualifications

· Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college in Materials Science & Engineering, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related engineering/technical discipline with minimum 8 years of professional experience

· Minimum 6 years of professional experience in an engineering or technical discipline

· Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a US security clearance

· This position requires U.S. citizenship status.

Desired Characteristics

· Active US security clearance

· Master's degree or PhD in Materials Science & Engineering, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related discipline

· Direct experience with coatings, surface engineering, or related chemistry/materials systems (thermal barrier, environmental barrier, or protective coatings a plus)

· People-leadership experience: building, developing, and retaining a technical team

· Established program/project management skills; able to document, plan, market, and execute programs under budget and schedule constraints

· Manufacturing or industrialization experience; familiarity with process control, MRL maturation, and lab-to-factory transition

· GE Aerospace FLIGHT DECK expertise, or prior experience with lean and associated tools

· Strong oral and written communication skills; strong interpersonal and leadership skills

· Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems and to lead programs/projects

· Ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines and to work independently and efficiently

· Experience using Spotfire

· Humble, transparent, focused, and a problem solver (respectful, candid, strategically prioritizes, critical thinker)

· Knowledge of Edison Works products and organization

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). Employees may also be subject to random and reasonable-suspicion drug and alcohol testing.

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes

About the company

GE Aerospace designs, builds and services jet engines and aircraft systems for airlines, plane makers and armed forces around the world. Through CFM International, a 50-50 venture with France's Safran, it makes the LEAP engine, the only engine on Boeing's 737 MAX and one of two offered on Airbus's A320neo family. Its other units make avionics and electrical power systems for civil and military aircraft. Most of its revenue comes from repairs, spare parts and long-term service deals that airlines buy over the decades each engine stays in use, with the work done in its own and partner shops. GE Aerospace traces to General Electric, founded in 1892, and is based in Evendale, Ohio.

Company Size

10,001+

Company Stage

Grant

Total Funding

$1B

Headquarters

Evendale, Ohio

Founded

1892

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

Demand outruns supply: orders rose 17% to $16.5 billion in the quarter to June 2026, lifting backlog above $210 billion.
Hiring is broad: in March 2026, GE Aerospace set 5,000 US factory and engineering hires, after 5,000 in 2025.
Factory investment is sustained: GE Aerospace has pledged over $2.5 billion to US plants and suppliers since 2024.

What critics are saying

Its biggest deal adds debt: the $11.75 billion CPP castings purchase, agreed September 2026, mixes $7 billion cash with borrowing.
Hourly pay follows a fixed track: Evendale and Erlanger's UAW contract sets 3% to 5% raises through 2029.
Parts remain the choke point: castings shortages still slowed engine deliveries across the industry in September 2026.

What makes GE Aerospace unique

Its engines fill the skies: about 50,000 commercial and 30,000 military GE and partner engines are in service.
Lean methods shape daily work: staff follow FLIGHT DECK, GE Aerospace's own lean operating model built on continuous improvement.
The Pentagon depends on it: GE engines power F-16 and F/A-18 fighters and Black Hawk and Apache helicopters.

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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
401(k) Company Match
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Parental Leave
Adoption Assistance
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Oct 13th, 2026

2,851 GE Aerospace $GE shares sold by Lincoln Capital Corp.

2,851 GE Aerospace $GE shares sold by Lincoln Capital Corp. Lincoln Capital Corp trimmed its holdings in shares of GE Aerospace (NYSE:GE - Free Report) by 20.1% in the third quarter, Holdings Channel reports. The institutional investor owned 11,305 shares of the company's stock after selling 2,851 shares during the period. GE Aerospace makes up 1.2% of Lincoln Capital Corp's holdings, making the stock its 26th biggest holding. Lincoln Capital Corp's holdings in GE Aerospace were worth $3,530,000 at the end of the most recent reporting period. Other institutional investors and hedge funds have also made changes to their positions in the company. Susquehanna Fundamental Investments LLC boosted its stake in GE Aerospace by 261.0% in the second quarter. Susquehanna Fundamental Investments LLC now owns 213,603 shares of the company's stock valued at $79,830,000 after acquiring an additional 154,429 shares in the last quarter. Clough Capital Partners L P grew its holdings in shares of GE Aerospace by 37.1% during the first quarter. Clough Capital Partners L P now owns 70,535 shares of the company's stock worth $20,016,000 after purchasing an additional 19,105 shares during the last quarter. HWG Holdings LP increased its position in shares of GE Aerospace by 54.7% during the third quarter. HWG Holdings LP now owns 15,640 shares of the company's stock worth $4,884,000 after purchasing an additional 5,531 shares in the last quarter. Ascentis Independent Advisors increased its position in shares of GE Aerospace by 207.3% during the first quarter. Ascentis Independent Advisors now owns 4,317 shares of the company's stock worth $1,225,000 after purchasing an additional 2,912 shares in the last quarter. Finally, GoalVest Advisory LLC increased its position in shares of GE Aerospace by 330.1% during the third quarter. GoalVest Advisory LLC now owns 30,858 shares of the company's stock worth $9,637,000 after purchasing an additional 23,684 shares in the last quarter. 74.77% of the stock is owned by institutional investors and hedge funds. Key GE Aerospace news. Here are the key news stories impacting GE Aerospace this week: * UK-backed Prestwick expansion: GE secured up to £33 million in government funding, alongside approximately £27 million from the company, to modernize its Prestwick maintenance facility. The project is expected to protect 850 jobs and create 150 more, strengthening GE's long-term engine-maintenance footprint for Boeing 787 aircraft. * India growth investment: GE plans to nearly double its India supply-chain spending to $400 million by 2030, increasing local sourcing as commercial aviation demand expands. Management also expects GE- and partner-built CFM engines to power the large majority of new aircraft entering India, supporting future volume and aftermarket opportunities. * Defense opportunities: GE Aerospace, Shield AI and Poland's WZL-2 signed a memorandum of understanding to explore F110 engine maintenance for autonomous fighter aircraft. The initiative could broaden GE's defense and military maintenance pipeline, although it remains an early-stage opportunity. * Analyst support: Susquehanna reportedly set a $430 price target, signaling substantial upside from recent trading levels and reinforcing the bullish view on GE's aerospace earnings outlook. * Earnings approaching: GE is scheduled to report third-quarter results before the market opens on October 20. Forecast revisions ahead of the report could increase volatility, with investors focused on execution, cash flow and full-year guidance. * CPP acquisition valuation concerns: GE's planned $11.75 billion purchase of Consolidated Precision Products should improve control over critical castings, but investors are assessing whether the large deal can justify GE's elevated earnings multiple and avoid integration or execution pressure. GE Aerospace stock performance. Discover more Stock market news Trading volume analysis Stock trading strategies GE stock traded down $0.52 during trading on Tuesday, hitting $308.12. The company had a trading volume of 4,516,473 shares, compared to its average volume of 5,094,584. GE Aerospace has a 1-year low of $268.91 and a 1-year high of $388.84. The firm has a 50-day moving average price of $335.02 and a 200-day moving average price of $327.88. The company has a quick ratio of 0.67, a current ratio of 0.98 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.96. The firm has a market cap of $319.69 billion, a PE ratio of 36.29, a price-to-earnings-growth ratio of 2.25 and a beta of 1.38. GE Aerospace (NYSE:GE - Get Free Report) last announced its earnings results on Thursday, July 16th. The company reported $2.02 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $1.86 by $0.16. GE Aerospace had a return on equity of 40.56% and a net margin of 17.72%. The company had revenue of $12.63 billion for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $11.87 billion. During the same period last year, the business posted $1.66 EPS. The company's revenue was up 21.1% on a year-over-year basis. GE Aerospace has set its FY 2026 guidance at 7.650-7.850 EPS. On average, analysts expect that GE Aerospace will post 7.91 earnings per share for the current year. GE Aerospace announces dividend. The firm also recently announced a quarterly dividend, which will be paid on Monday, October 26th. Stockholders of record on Monday, October 5th will be paid a dividend of $0.47 per share. This represents a $1.88 dividend on an annualized basis and a dividend yield of 0.6%. The ex-dividend date of this dividend is Monday, October 5th. GE Aerospace's dividend payout ratio is 22.14%. Analysts set new price targets. GE has been the subject of a number of research analyst reports. Citigroup reissued a "buy" rating and issued a $431.00 target price (up from $353.00) on shares of GE Aerospace in a research report on Wednesday, July 1st. Royal Bank Of Canada reaffirmed an "outperform" rating and set a $400.00 price target (up from $355.00) on shares of GE Aerospace in a research report on Wednesday, July 15th. UBS Group boosted their price objective on GE Aerospace from $426.00 to $435.00 and gave the company a "buy" rating in a research note on Friday, July 17th. Sanford C. Bernstein reiterated an "outperform" rating on shares of GE Aerospace in a research note on Wednesday, September 9th. Finally, Jefferies Financial Group set a $435.00 price objective on GE Aerospace and gave the company a "buy" rating in a report on Wednesday, September 23rd. Sixteen research analysts have rated the stock with a Buy rating, three have assigned a Hold rating and one has issued a Sell rating to the stock. According to MarketBeat.com, GE Aerospace presently has an average rating of "Moderate Buy" and a consensus price target of $386.67. Insider buying and selling. In other GE Aerospace news, SVP Mohamed Ali sold 8,096 shares of the firm's stock in a transaction on Friday, July 24th. The stock was sold at an average price of $353.71, for a total value of $2,863,636.16. Following the completion of the sale, the senior vice president owned 20,666 shares of the company's stock, valued at approximately $7,309,770.86. This trade represents a 28.15% decrease in their ownership of the stock. The transaction was disclosed in a legal filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which can be accessed through the SEC website. Company insiders own 0.19% of the company's stock. GE Aerospace profile. GE Aerospace is an aerospace and defense company that designs, develops, manufactures and services aircraft engines and integrated systems. Its products support commercial and business aviation, military aircraft, and other specialized aerospace applications. The company's offerings include commercial and military jet engines, propulsion systems, avionics, electrical power systems, mechanical systems and digital solutions. GE Aerospace also provides maintenance, repair, overhaul and other lifecycle services intended to support the operation and performance of aircraft and engines. GE Aerospace serves airlines, aircraft manufacturers, leasing companies, defense organizations and other customers worldwide. 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GE secures $42M in public funding to keep Prestwick jet-engine work in UK

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