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Job Description Summary

The Advanced Product Development Section is inventing the future of flight and advancing propulsion capability for the next generation of military applications. APD’s focus is the design, integration, testing, and support of advanced technologies for new and derivative engine concepts. Technology areas include military inlet & exhaust systems, integrated propulsion power & thermal management systems, advanced material systems, and other breakthrough component and system technologies to support the future of military flight.

The APD – Mechanical Design Advanced Lead Engineer will lead elements of the mechanical design and development for an Edison Works New Product Introduction (NPI) program as a Hardware Owner. This is a role for someone with a passion for engineering who understands the design process and digs in when confronted with a technical challenge. A Hardware Owner does not work alone and as an Advanced Lead Engineer must be able to direct teams and lead initiatives to achieve broader goals.

Teams in the Advanced Programs space are fueled by a love of aviation and a sense of purpose to support our military customers. We solve hard problems by pulling concepts from the science & technology realm into the world of applied engineering. Whether it’s composites design, aeromechanics, additive manufacturing, manufacturing support or test - this role is a guaranteed opportunity to grow your skillset. The harder the problem - the harder we push, building on a legacy of engineering excellence to invent the future of flight.

Job Description

As a Hardware Owner in the Mechanical Design Subsection, you will be the focal for the maturation of high temperature engine components that integrate across sub-teams and into larger systems.

As an Advanced Lead you will utilize core engineer skills including 3D modeling, finite element analysis, high cycle & low cycle fatigue assessments, mechanical stack-ups and drawing definition release and provide mentorship and guidance to less experienced engineers.

In addition, an Advanced Lead engineer is expected to manage priority across multiple cross-functional teams to establish boundary conditions, assess material and manufacturing capabilities, conduct design trades to optimize across a range of requirements, and understand the impact on project cost and schedule. Designs will be developed in support of future test and qualification efforts and the scope of the role will also include development of producibility and supportability strategies.

As an Advanced Lead Engineer, you will drive design efforts with feedback from experienced Team Leads & Controlled Title Holders in a mission-based team environment, assessing resource gaps and proposing strategies to protect program deliverables. This position reports to an engineering manager in Evendale, OH with the opportunity to integrate with various internal & external engineering disciplines.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Execute the design, analysis, or evaluation of assigned projects using sound engineering principles and adhering to business standards, practices, procedures, and product / program requirements. This work will be largely mechanical design focused but require incorporation & trades for other advanced technology elements

• Utilize in-depth knowledge of a technical discipline, experience, and analytical thinking to execute policy/strategy.

• Demonstrate knowledge of best practices and how your own area integrates with others; be aware of the competition and the factors that differentiate them in the market

• Work with a variety of engineering organizations and contribute to the development of the engine systems and designs.

• Under program guidance, use judgment and propose different solutions outside of set parameters to address more complicated processes with technical variety and/or interdependent production cycles. Use technical experience and analytical thinking. Draw from multiple internal and limited external sources outside of own teams to arrive at decisions.

• Act as a resource for colleagues with less experience. Lead projects with determined risks and resource requirements. Explain information & develop skills to bring team members to consensus around topics within field.

• Prepare and present technical data to internal and external customers

• Assure proper documentation of technical data generated for the assigned projects and/or tasks consistent with engineering policies and procedures.

• This role requires sound interpersonal skills to develop strong internal and external customer relationships by serving as an interface point within GE.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited university or college

• Minimum of 3 additional years of experience in a relevant engineering position

• Must hold or have the ability to obtain a US Government Security Clearance at the Secret level.

Desired Characteristics

• Current/existing US Government Security Clearance

• Demonstrated passion for engineering and exceptional communication skills.

• Demonstrated ability to analyze & solve technical design challenges with sound documentation, planning, & program management skills.

• Demonstrated track record of ability to work in a team environment.

• Demonstrated proficiency with finite element analysis software such as ANSYS and 3D modelling software such as NX Unigraphics.

• Experience with structural component design.

• Experience with engine/aircraft maintainability and reliability

• Experience with design quality assurance

• Experience working with DoD customer and processes

• Experience working in DoD EVM projects

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.

Additional Information

GE offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE is an Equal Opportunity Employer (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights_10_20.pdf) . 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