Can you help us develop the future of flight? We’re advancing flight for our customers, and we need engineers who can help us innovate. The GE Aerospace Engineering Team is looking for experienced mechanical design engineers who are ready to work on the fastest growing engine in Aviation history, GE9X. The GE9X engine is forecasted to enter service in 2025, creating a generational opportunity to be part of a team introducing a widebody aircraft and engine system to the field.
Better fuel burn. Better flight range. We’ve got that! Our customers are hungry for the 20% fuel burn advantage that the combined system provides, with flight range that enables flights between city pairs that simplify intercontinental travel. As part of the Lifecycle Engineering team, you will be on the mechanical design team responsible for the hardware design within your assigned engine module, with teammates responsible for the hardware from the front to the back of the engine.
As the Hot Section Hardware Design owner, of combustor structural hardware, you will be interfacing with systems, aero, thermal design and manufacturing support.
In this role you will be responsible for understanding distress modes, part reparability, and durability.
Roles and Responsibilities
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Execute the design, analysis, and evaluation of assigned projects using sound engineering principles and adhering to business standards, practices, procedures, and product / program requirements
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In-depth understanding of key business drivers; uses this understanding to accomplish own work as well as mentor others
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Prepare and present technical data to internal and external customers
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Provide technical leadership and engineering support to team supporting the design
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Document technical data generated by the assigned project consistent with engineering policies and procedures
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Develop in-depth knowledge of the technical discipline and use technical expertise to execute policy/strategy
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Provide timely communications on significant issues or developments
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Participate on teams to address organizational initiatives and business challenges
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Participate as a presenter or reviewer in technical and program reviews
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Prepare invention disclosures to protect the technology that provides a competitive advantage to the business
Required Qualifications
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Bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited university or college
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Minimum of 5 additional years of experience in a relevant engineering position
Desired Characteristics
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Demonstrated expertise in turbomachinery system design
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Significant experience in the design, testing, and certification of turbomachinery
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Strong technical aptitude, including applicable engineering tools and systems
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Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with all levels of the organization
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Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems
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Established project management skills
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Flexible and friendly approach to working in teams
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Outstanding mentoring skills and a strong desire to help others succeed
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Humble: respectful, receptive, agile, eager to learn
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Transparent: shares critical information, speaks with candor, contributes constructively
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Focused: quick learner, strategically prioritizes work, committed
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Leadership ability: strong communicator, decision-maker, collaborative
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Problem solver: analytical-minded, challenges existing processes, critical thinker
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This role is restricted to U.S. persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and other protected individuals under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)) due to access to export-controlled technology. GE will require proof of status prior to employment.
GE offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE 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 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).
Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes