Job Description Summary

　　In Preliminary Cycle Design, you will work with the Commercial Engine Project & Engineering teams to design, assess, and launch GE’s next generation of products aimed at reducing emissions. This will include modeling both novel & derivative propulsion systems, executing design space trade studies, and assessing strengths / weaknesses of each concept to influence GE strategic focus areas, customer requirements & proposal evaluation criteria, and to help prioritize GE technology investments. Opportunities exist to advance the state of the art for the open fan and hybrid electric technologies.

　　Job Description

　　Roles and Responsibilities

　　In the role of Staff Preliminary Cycle Design Engineer, you will integrate and develop propulsion concepts that meet business needs across the organization, support system level decisions for architecture designs, perform trade studies, contribute to the overall business strategy.

　　Additionally, your responsibilities will include:

　　Lead programs & projects working with internal & external customers to create propulsion solutions for the next generation of aircraft across a wide range of commercial products, including business, regional, narrow-body, and wide-body aircraft.

　　Build & execute aero-thermal models of new concept & derivative engines, aligning input from component design teams to customer requirements.

　　Partner with Preliminary Mechanical Design engineers to ensure end-to-end propulsion system feasibility.

　　Coordinate with a cross-functional team of adjacent disciplines (aero, mechanical, systems) to assess technology capability & maturity in support of business objectives.

　　Communicate with leadership to help shape the future propulsion strategy.

　　Execute the analysis and evaluation of assigned projects that meet business standards, practices and procedures, and the product or program requirements.

　　Ensure proper documentation of technical data generated for the assigned projects and tasks consistent with engineering policies and procedures.

　　Provide timely communications on significant issues or developments to program and engineering leadership.

　　Participate in organizational efforts in assigned projects and tasks including establishment of processes and best practices.

　　Participate as a presenter or reviewer in technical and program reviews across engine programs.

　　Lead the GE Aviation cultural transformation coaching and mentoring, fostering inclusive environments, and driving a systematic approach to Lean.

　　Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience. May lead small projects with moderate risks and resource requirements. Explains difficult or sensitive information; works to build consensus. Developing persuasion skills required to influence others on topics within field.

　　Required Qualifications

　　Bachelor of Science in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering from an accredited college or university.

　　7 years of experience in an aero-thermal and/or performance based engineering position.

　　Ability to work in the United States without sponsorship.

　　Desired Characteristics

　　Excited about propulsion and the aero-thermodynamic disciplines

　　Passionate about giving & receiving mentorship

　　Prior experience working with global cross-functional teams

　　Able to work both in a global team and individually

　　Master’s Degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering from an accredited college or university

　　10 years of experience in an aerospace or mechanical engineering position

　　Experience with engine cycle modeling, or component aero design

　　Experience with NPSS, Python, C++ or similar programming languages

　　Strong oral and written communication skills

　　Strong interpersonal and leadership skills

　　Ability to guide and influence others

　　Demonstrated process orientation in approach to work

　　Demonstrated ability to document, plan, market, and manage programs

　　Exposure to commercial engine design requirements

　　Problem analysis and resolution skills

　　Systems thinking

　　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 (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