GE Aerospace has an advanced engineering center located in İstanbul, Kartal, complemented by cutting-edge laboratories in Kocaeli and Gebze. Our offices in İstanbul and Ankara provide essential support to commercial and defense engines across the country. Our highly skilled engineers at the Türkiye Technology Center contribute to GE Aerospace’s engineering work on indigenous programs, new engine programs, software development, and additive manufacturing, supporting the country’s position as an advanced aerospace hub. We are committed to a culture based on respect for people and provide professional growth opportunities for our employees. Join us and find an opportunity to shape the future of flight.

Role Overview:

The Non-Destructive Testing Lead Engineer is responsible for advancing and optimizing specialized manufacturing processes used in GE Aerospace engine part manufacturing. This role involves supporting the development and implementation of NDT methods, including programming, equipment usage, and process execution. The engineer will collaborate with various teams to ensure quality standards are met and will be responsible for maintaining project management and quality documentation. Additionally, the engineer will support field-related issues, conduct root cause analysis, get benefit of the lean tools and implement corrective actions at our shops and suppliers. Position is located at Gebze, Kocaeli office.

The successful candidate will:

• Develop NDE inspection techniques for aircraft engine composite and metal parts.
• Validate and transition NDE techniques to production inspection sources.
• Collaborate with design and materials engineering teams to assess inspection requirements.
• Provide technical support to sourcing organization in the interest of safety, quality, delivery, and cost.
• Trouble shoot and provide other types of technical support for NDT facilities.
• Support definition of engineering NDT specifications to ensure quality while enabling new technology introduction and addressing root cause corrective actions.
• Clearly document and communicate inspection results to colleagues and customers.
• Support team related issues/project with design, materials, repair engineer groups and comply with aviation quality standards for part conformance.
• Support field related issues/projects, root cause and corrective actions at suppliers including those resulting in a quality escape.
• Become a Certifying Agent and Auditor in the area of NDT processes.
• Maintain the quality requirements of the projects covering the project management and quality documentation.
• Plan and execute machine & equipment calibrations, maintenance and tests.
• Execute and provide guidance for the analysis / evaluation of assigned projects that meet business standards, practices and procedures and the product / program requirements
• Be located at Gebze, Kocaeli Office.

The Ideal Candidate:

The ideal candidate will possess strong interpersonal and leadership skills, demonstrating the ability to work effectively in cross-functional and global teams. They should be a proven self-starter with a proactive approach to problem-solving and a commitment to delivering high-quality results. Prior experience in aviation industry standards, such as NADCAP requirements, and hands-on knowledge of NDT processes will be highly advantageous.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Materials, Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering from an accredited university or college.
• Masters degree in engineering is a plus.
• Minimum of NAS410 / EN4179 Level 2 Certification, with documented certification records on Ultrasonic or Radiography inspection is desired.
• A minimum of 3 years relevant hands-on experience on NDT related role
• Knowledge on NDT modelling.
• High level of written and oral communication skills in English.
• Demonstrated ability to plan, prioritize and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Commitment to customer service and high quality.
• Knowledge on statistical analysis tools. 6 Sigma Greenbelt/Lean Applications.
• Knowledge on CAD programs (Unigraphics or other)
• No military obligation for male candidates.
• No restriction with traveling abroad.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Prior knowledge of aviation specification / NADCAP requirements
• Ability to operate NDT processes in aviation industry.
• Demonstrated team-working capabilities
• Proven self-starter and independent worker who can work with cross-functional teams
• Ability to work with global, distributed teams to achieve results
• Prior manufacturing knowledge regarding testing and quality
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills

At GE, we are always searching for great talent. While we might not have a specific job for you today, we want to know about you when we do. As actual openings become available, you may be contacted to discuss a potential opportunity.

GE Aerospace Turkey offers you the following:

• Strong inclusive and diverse company culture
• Being part of dynamic team
• Hybrid working opportunity
• Flexible benefit plan
• Enhanced paternity leave
• Health insurance with wide coverage including spouse and children
• Fitness Benefit
• Life Assurance
• Employee Referral Program
• Employee Assistance Program

At GE Aerospace, we have a relentless dedication to the future of safe and more sustainable flight and believe in our talented people to make it happen. Here, you will have the opportunity to work on really cool things with really smart and collaborative people. Together, we will mobilize a new era of growth in aerospace and defense. Where others stop, we accelerate.

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