Lead Engineer – Future of Flight (Advanced Measurements)

Job Description Summary

At GE Aerospace, we are advancing aviation technologies for today and tomorrow. Your work will contribute to the production of advanced jet engines, components, and integrated systems that power commercial and military aircraft. You’ll be part of a team that embraces your drive, your curiosity, and your unique ideas and perspectives. Most importantly, you’ll share in our pride and purpose that affects the lives of millions around the world!

We’re looking for a lead engineer to join the Advanced Measurements Technologies team for supporting the development of new sensing solutions for GEA’s “Future of Flight” efforts. In this on-site role, you will be working with a diverse team to drive the conceptual, design, testing, validation and deployment of novel instrumentation technologies. Your work will be instrumental in maturing new technologies and ensuring they meet program goals—bringing innovation from concept to reality.

Job Description

Role & Responsibilities:

• Execute the design, analysis, or evaluation of assigned projects using solid engineering principles and adhering to business standards, practices, procedures, and product / program requirements.
• Provide technical leadership to personnel supporting the assigned project.
• Leverage prior engineering experience and broaden knowledge of one's own technical discipline to meet product deliverables within schedule & budget constraints.
• Implement plans with guidance to meet technical requirements of assigned projects.
• Develop action plans with guidance to respond to significant issues or developments.
• Lead or participate on teams assigned to address organizational initiatives.
• Participate as a presenter or reviewer in technical and program reviews.
• Assure proper documentation of technical data generated for the assigned projects and/or tasks consistent with engineering policies and procedures.
  
  

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Engineering, preferably in Electrical, Mechanical or Instrumentation from an accredited college or university
• Minimum of 3 years' experience in design engineering
• Minimum of 3 years' hands-on experience with the development and productization of advanced measurement systems.
  
  

Desired Characteristics

• Relevant experience or interest in multiple electrical engineering disciplines like signal processing, data acquisition hardware, circuit design (analog and digital), embedded electrical systems and system integration.
• An advanced degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited college or university.
• In-depth knowledge of sensor technology, in particular pressure and temperature measurements. General knowledge of aerodynamics will be a big plus.
• Familiarity with mechanical design and exposure to CAD tools like NX will be desirable.
• Passionate about learning and integrating electrical and mechanical systems would be beneficial.
• Strong interest in driving customer requirements, vendor discussions and down selection, lab testing, design reviews, field demos, and possible certification testing.
• Experience using modeling including Ansys, Allegro Sigrity or similar multi-physics simulation.
• Lab experience using design-of-test and troubleshooting tools.
• Experience working with component suppliers and manufacturers.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Ability to influence others and lead small teams.
• Experience developing systems to operate in harsh environments.
  
  

This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. Therefore, employment will be contingent upon the ability to prove that you meet the status of a U.S. Person as one of the following: U.S. lawful permanent resident, U.S. Citizen, have been granted asylee or refugee status (i.e., a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)).

Additional Information

GE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Aerospace 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 Aerospace 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