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Job Description

The Application Engineer - Staff Engineer who is Customer Focused will lead new business pursuits, develop common system architectures, lead R&D activities, and demonstrate accountability for functional, business, and broad company objectives. In this role, you will contribute to the overall business strategy and provide technical oversight in the US Military HUMS and US Military IVHM product domains.

This is a highly visible leadership opportunity working some of the best and brightest in the industry. MUST be comfortable engaging with Global teams and US military clients daily. You will have the flexibility to work Hybrid/Remote 1-2 days a week unless projects/meetings require an in-office presence in Grand Rapids, MI.

In addition, you will:

• Provide expertise to cross-project teams, including detailed understanding of the design and application of aerospace hardware, systems, and software to the US Military HUMS and US Military IVHM product areas.

• Identify and communicate opportunities for strategic re-use inside and outside the product area to reduce cost and risk.

• Provide inputs to the Multi-Generational Technology Plan and own the technology roadmap for the rotary wing US Military HUMS and US Military IVHM Product Families. Identify, manage, and develop key technologies and Intellectual Property (IP) required to achieve business objectives, providing input to research funding plans.

• Support business pursuits, manage technical proposal development and estimation, and support the bid approval process.

• Support Sales / Marketing and Business Development in documenting the product area's relative technical competitive position and market trends, contributing to strategic initiatives and developing technical sales/demonstration material.

• Oversee technical support of industry working groups and conferences.

• Support strategic partnering with customers and industry.

• Cultivate strong relationships with technical counterparts at our US military customers.

• Be the internal voice of the US military customer for product development activities, providing high level requirements and guiding detailed design activities.

• Provide technical support to Program Managers to ensure projects are successful and that the profit objectives are met.

• Lead system architecture development for our products, developing design solutions and guiding them from concept to production

• Mentor junior engineers to develop their product domain knowledge.

• Troubleshoot major problems with our suppliers, partners, or customers.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in an engineering field from an accredited college or university.

• Strong experience in an Engineering Design and New Product Introduction environment.

Desired Characteristics:

• Experience with hardware/circuit board design and mechanical packaging constraints.

• Existing domain expertise in the area of US Military HUMS and US Military IVHM products.

• Experience with new business pursuit / proposal development.

• Participation / experience on Aviation industry committee activities.

• Experience in working directly with US Military customers and their leadership.

• Strong oral and written communication skills.

• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.

• Ability to guide and influence others.

• Demonstrated process orientation in approach to work.

• US Government security clearance may be required in the future.

• Experience developing and providing submittals for government technology grants.

Some of our competitive benefits package includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance that begins on the first day of employment

• Permissive time off policy for newly hired employees

• Generous 401(k) plan

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Life insurance and disability coverage

• Bonus Plan Eligible

• And more!

Eligibility Requirement (s):

• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening. GE will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this.

• 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.

• Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).

Note:

At GE Aviation Systems, we invent the future of flight, lift people up and bring them home safely. As key players in the aerospace industry, you’ll find yourself in a dynamic environment where our ongoing, substantial investment in research and development keeps us looking ahead. We’ve got an amazing team of exceptional people helping to solve increasingly complex challenges. Our Aviation Systems Engineering teams are comprised of diverse and experienced engineers who care about ensuring full-lifecycle readiness as it relates to safety, certification, and quality standards. Our teams are passionate about the aerospace industry and continuously strive to deliver innovate customer solutions through strong project execution, collaboration, and lean problem-solving. We are passionate about professional growth, developing an inclusive culture, and developing the technical capabilities our customers need. We seek to enable every engineer to reach their full potential through coaching, mentoring and professional development training. If this sounds like an environment in which you would thrive, we encourage you to apply!

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes

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://assets.phenompeople.com/CareerConnectResources/GE11GLOBAL/en_global/desktop/assets/images/poster_screen_reader_optimized_w_supplement.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