Over 600 United Auto Workers (UAW) members at GE Aerospace facilities in Evendale, Ohio, and Erlanger, Kentucky, launched a strike on August 28, 2025, after failing to reach a new contract agreement with management. The two sites—Evendale, which produces marine and industrial engines for the U.S. Navy, and the Erlanger distribution center—are vital to the company’s operations.

Workers walked out following a majority vote authorized if no deal—or acceptable offer—was secured by August 27.

Key contentious issues include job security, healthcare costs, paid time off, and wages. Union members argue that GE Aerospace’s proposed health coverage changes significantly increase their out-of-pocket costs, while GE counters that they tabled a “record offer” to address most of the union’s core demands.

The union has filed an unfair labor practice (ULP) charge, accusing GE of bargaining in bad faith—specifically, that the company misrepresented having submitted a “comprehensive package proposal” to workers when, in fact, the union had not seen or voted on it.

GE maintains it submitted its best offer on August 27, including significant improvements such as a 12% wage increase over three years, reinstated cost-of-living adjustments (COLA), accelerated cash payments, increased leave and benefits, and job security provisions. Management also says they’ve activated contingency measures to maintain operations during the strike

The strike has entered its second week, with picket lines growing stronger and solidarity expanding as sympathy actions continue. Union members, like Don Luknis—who has worked at GE for 31 years—stress the personal toll of inadequate healthcare and stand firm in their resolve