Material Application Engineer

Job Description Summary

At Avio Aero, a GE Aerospace Company, we’ve been reimagining the power of flight for more than 100 years. We are specialized in the design, production and maintenance of components and systems for both the civil and military aviation. As a part of Avio Aero EMS Team, you will be involved in materials and processes activities related to aeroengines products within AvioAero Plants, Suppliers and Customers. These activities will include fleet / delivery support, development of new materials / repairs / technologies for possible applications on commercial & military aviation programs, in collaboration with Engineering, Supply Chain and Universities network.

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities      

• Interface with Design Eng. & GSC and define requirements for materials and special processes including material characterization, mechanical properties, heat treatment, LAB testing and as necessary to ensure proper quality of components.

• Define standard & unique drawing notes relevant to Materials and Processes, review engineering drawings, manage requirements for products validation and evaluate collected evidence.

• Ensure that inspection procedures, acceptance standard and processing instructions are suitable, complete and properly controlled during application of manufacturing procedures.

• Perform audits, both internally and suppliers, review documentation provided, evaluate results against GEA and AA requirements.

• Review material chemistry, physical and mechanical properties, both internally and @ suppliers, to detect trends that may indicate undesirable changes in product quality.

• Support resolution of material processing related issues encountered during manufacturing, both internally and @ suppliers, with impact on the life cycle of the component.

• In agreement with Design Eng., after review of quality records and properties trends, determine proper disposition of discrepant hardware through case records.

• Support Continuous Improvement initiatives through Lean Methodology to assure and maintain Safety, Quality, Delivery and Cost of aeroengine components.

• Support research and development programs on materials, processes and technologies. Execute developmental testing programs and hardware test campaign to qualify part processing.

• Support collaborative cross-functional teams (materials, design, manufacturing) to reach the technical maturity of advanced materials and / or manufacturing technologies using the TRL / MRL process.

Qualifications/Requirements  

• Master Degree in Materials Engineering preferred from an accredited University.

• Previous experience in a similar position and/or in a complex industrial environment.

• Knowledge of superalloys: main properties, heat treatments, inspection methods and material testing.

• Knowledge of main superalloys manufacturing processes especially Forging and Casting technologies.

• Knowledge of special processes, NDT, Laboratory evaluation and testing

• Fluent written and spoken Italian and English.

• Work Visa, according to local regulation, is required.

Desired Characteristics

• Strong oral and written communication skills. Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs.

• Familiarity with shop operations and quality systems.

• Proven self-starter and independent worker able to work with cross-functional teams.

• Fast in action but with detailed technical review and good documentation.

What we offer

Smart working and work life-balance

Avio Aero, when possible, promotes remote work and encourages a good, healthy and satisfying work-life balance. We value our employees’ wellbeing; hence we offer a variety of improvement programs aimed to preserve anyone’s psychological safety and daily needs. 

Total Rewards

At Avio Aero, we understand the importance of Total Rewards. As a new joiner to Avio Aero we are pleased to offer the following welcome benefit plan: 

• Performance related bonuses and local bonus scheme

• Flexible benefits platform

• Life and injury insurance

• Medical cover

• Employee assistant program

• Employee special awards (service and recognition) 

• Local special agreements and discounts

• English and languages training for you and one member of your family

• Technical, Leadership and development training

Inclusion & Diversity

Avio Aero is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and we are strongly committed to maintain an inclusive and diverse environment. Every employment decision is taken regardless to national or ethnic origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, etc. 

We are not all the same. Just be Yourself @AvioAero!

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