Advanced Lead Engineer – Mechanical Design, Advanced Product Development

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.

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.

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

Roles and Responsibilities

Execute the design, analysis, and evaluation of assigned projects using sound engineering principles and adhering to business standards, practices, procedures, and product / program requirements.
Basic understanding of key business drivers; uses this understanding to accomplish own work.
Good understanding of how work of own team integrates with other teams and contributes to the area.
Work with a variety of engineering organizations and contribute to the development of the engine systems and designs.
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.
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.
Resolves issues in situations within current technical knowledge base and judgment within established procedures.
Consults more senior team members for issues outside of defined instructions/parameters.
Be responsible for monitoring and communicating project status to Engineering leadership.
Provide timely communications on significant issues or developments.
Participate as a presenter in technical and program reviews.

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

Desired Characteristics

Certification in or background with Material Review Board (MRB) engineering support.
Fundamental understanding of turbomachinery hot structures design.
Previous experience in design of Aviation components.
Proficient with Ansys and Unigraphics.
Strong technical aptitude, including applicable engineering tools and systems.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively within an organization.
Established project management skills.
Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems.
Documented experience of being a self-starter with a passion for problem solving and driving solutions.
Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience.
Humble: respectful, receptive, agile, eager to learn.
Transparent: shares critical information, speaks with candor, contributes constructively.
Focused: quick learner, strategically prioritizes work, committed.
Leadership ability: strong communicator, decision-maker, collaborative.
Problem solver: analytical-minded, challenges existing processes, critical thinker.
Experience working in DoD EVM projects.

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 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