Transmission Machining Process Engineer

Job description

Job Description Summary

At Avio Aero, a GE Aerospace company, we invent the future of flight, lift people up, and bring them home safely. We are a world-leading provider specializing in the design, production, and maintenance of components and propulsion systems for both civil and military aviation. Respect for people is core to our culture and part of our commitment to FLIGHT DECK, GE Aerospace’s proprietary lean operating model. We attract, develop, and retain industry-leading talent and cultivate communities where people are respected and empowered to reach their fullest potential. For the people of Avio Aero, their work isn't just a job, it's their passion and purpose. We were meant to fly.

Engineering associated with the manufacturing process. Responsible for departmental operations planning/execution or is focused on execution of professional activities within a technical discipline. Functions with some autonomy but guided by established policies or review of end results.
The job allows modification of procedures and practices covering work as long as the end results meet standards of acceptability (quality, volume, timeliness etc.).
The Process Engineer owns preliminary-phase industrialization—setting direction with stakeholders, aligning with manufacturing sites, and de-risking early decisions (including make/buy and capacity trade-offs)—and supports the detailed phase to ensure continuity and flawless execution, with strong focus on Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost.

Job Description

Essential responsibilities

Technical feasibility; time, cost, capacity modeling:

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Evaluate manufacturability, cycle times, and should/target costs for NPIs and design changes, ensuring DFM/DFA (Producibility) through simultaneous engineering with the Design Engineering function

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Build standard times, line balancing, resource loading and model productivity scenarios

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Identify the optimal technological solution in compliance with standards, and define the resulting new-technology development plans (MRL) required for the program

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Contribute to make/buy decisions, capacity planning, and risk/opportunity trade-offs

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Propose cost-out levers (tooling optimization, cycle time reduction, automation)

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Process definition – gears and associated operations: define end-to-end machining routers: hobbing, shaping, power skiving, heat treatment, grinding, honing, superfinishing, deburring/chamfering; specify cutting parameters and process sequence to meet dimensional, surface integrity, and productivity targets

Equipment, tools, and fixturing:

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Specify/select machines: turn-mill platforms, 5-axis machining centers, gear hobbing/shaping/skiving, gear grinding/honing, dynamic balancing

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Define/validate concept for cutting tools, fixtures, and workholding

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Consolidate with site Manufacturing Engineering installation strategy and acceptance criteria for new/modified equipment

Industrial readiness and preventive quality:

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Develop process flow, process-at-a-glance, standard work, preliminary PFMEA, Control Plan, preliminary capability study

Detailed-phase and execution responsibilities (Support):

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Support capability studies, FAI, and machine buy-off by aligning criteria, data, and lessons learned with execution teams

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Collaborate on issue resolution, deviation management, and containment/improvement actions through ramp-up to protect SQDC targets

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Continuous improvement (SQDC)

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Reduce scrap/rework, improve OEE, optimize tooling life, shorten lead and manufacturing times

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Ensure all technical best practices are captured, then standardize and deploy lessons learned across part families

Tools and technologies:

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Equipment: gear hobbing/shaping/power skiving, gear grinding/honing, turn-mill, 5-axis machining centers, dynamic balancing; gear inspection benches

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Software: CAD/PLM, CAM (gear and turn-mill), time & methods tools, MES/ERP, data analytics/BI

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Methods: DOE, capability studies, variation reduction, standard work, structured problem solving

Qualifications/Requirements

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Degree in Mechanical/Aerospace/Materials Engineering or equivalent proven experience

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Proven experience in process/manufacturing engineering for gears or precision machining and with gear machining cycles

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Hands-on competence in tools, fixtures, cutting strategies, and process parameters

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Experience in time & methods, standard times, and production cost modeling

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Working knowledge of thermal/surface treatments and impact on material properties

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English and Italian fluent knowledge

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Work Visa, in accordance with local regulation, is required

Desired Characteristics

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Aerospace or automotive powertrain/precision gears background

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Familiarity with PFMEA, Control Plan, APQP/PPAP, MSA, SPC, capability studies

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Knowledge of gear metrology and acceptance criteria (involute, lead/profile, waviness)

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Experience with turn-mill, 5-axis machining centers, gear grinding/honing, dynamic balancing

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Strong teamwork, problem solving, and clear, concise technical communication

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Exposure to EHS, ergonomics, machine safety

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Partner with CME, AME, Plant CoE, Design Engineering, Quality, Maintenance, and suppliers to deliver robust, cost-effective solutions; contribute to make/buy, supplier onboarding, and technical reviews

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Analytical mindset; structured problem solving; attention to detail

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Bias for action, ownership, accountability on deliverables and timelines

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Continuous improvement mindset; curiosity for new technologies

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Prioritization and planning in fast-paced NPI environments

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Safety and quality mindset in decision-making and execution

What we offer

Smart working and work life-balance

Avio Aero, when possible, promotes smart work in hybrid mode, 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

• Private 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 trainings

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!

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes