What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Engineer - Rotorcraft & Turboprop Hot Section Engineering position at GE Aerospace?
Job Description Summary
About GE Aerospace
Are you ready to see your future take flight? 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, curiosity, and unique ideas. Most importantly, you will share in our pride and purpose that affects the lives of millions around the world!
About this Position
This is a design engineering role in the Rotorcraft & Turboprop Engineering (RTPE) organization. In this role the engineer will be responsible for leading activities in the Rotorcraft engine lines in the combustion and turbine modules. This includes New Product Introductions (NPI), Component Improvement Programs (CIP), manufacturing & assembly support activities and identifying & leading strategic engineering initiatives of existing RTPE products (CT7 / T700 / T408 / T64 engines) and components (structures, rotors, airfoils, and combustors).
Working at our Lynn Facility
Come and elevate your career in a facility that combines a rich tradition of aviation technology with a deep commitment to the future of flight. The GE Aerospace manufacturing site in Lynn designs, produces, assembles, and tests military and commercial aircraft engines and components. With 1.6 million square feet of manufacturing space, we’re making a huge contribution to the future of flight! The Lynn facility is the birthplace of the very first jet engine in 1942 and continues building upon this legacy with a deeply knowledgeable team building quality engines. Additionally, GE Aerospace has invested more than $100 million in facility improvements in the last five years alone.
Job Description
Roles and Responsibilities
Technical Execution
Design, analyze and deliver on turbomachinery components.
Assess the quality of information given, asking pertinent questions to stakeholders, offering new solutions to problems and constructing and providing recommendations.
Use robust Daily Management and Action Planning for program deliverables and milestones.
Culture and Planning
Promote a culture of transparency, candor, proactive planning, and execution.
Act as a liaison between engineering, quality, supply chain, and program teams to ensure alignment analysis.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities design and process improvements.
Create and deliver presentations at various required gate reviews, and support summarizing the analysis plan, the results, and final engineering recommendations, inclusive of financial planning and strategy.
Decision Making
Use high-level judgment to make design and analysis decisions.
Manage complex turbomachinery problem solving and offer new solutions using multiple sources of information, with consideration of different approaches.
Leadership and Communication
- Lead projects inclusive of communicating difficult concepts and influencing others, while fostering relationships of mutual trust and respect.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's or advanced degree in engineering from an accredited university or college.
Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a mechanical design or similar engineering role.
Desired Characteristics
Master’s degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering.
Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a mechanical design or similar engineering role.
Experience leading projects including indirect reports.
Demonstrated expertise in CAD design and analysis tools, especially Unigraphics / NX, ANSYS classic.
Experience and familiarity with GD&T principles and reading drawings.
Experience in manufacturing, especially high-precision, turbomachinery components.
Strong leadership skills, with the ability to influence others and lead small teams.
Strong oral, written, interpersonal and communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to identify, analyze and resolve problems independently.
Ability to independently organize, document, plan and execute simultaneous projects while aligning with business priorities.
Learn more about RTPE products below!
CT7 ()
T700
T408 ()
Whether we are manufacturing components for our engines, driving innovation in fuel and noise reduction, or unlocking new opportunities to grow and deliver more productivity, our GE Aerospace teams are dedicated and making a global impact. Join us and help move the aerospace industry forward!
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This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.
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
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.
