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GE Aerospace Lead Mechanical Design Engineer - Generators in Dayton, Ohio
Job Description Summary
The Lead Mechanical Design Engineer - Generators will be contributing to the design, development, and validation of components and systems relating to aerospace electric power generation. Activities are linked to technical development and improvement of new and existing products including high speed rotating machinery, cooling and lubrication systems, as well as the analysis and validation of the design. This role impacts departmental operations and is responsible for planning/execution of assigned projects.
This position will be located at the EPISCenter in Dayton, OH, which is the headquarters for GE Aerospace Power. This is our new state of the art design and test facility. You truly will be part of the team that "Invents the future of Flight".
At GE Aviation in Dayton, OH the EPISCenter is the headquarters for all of Aviation Power Engineering. At this facility you have an opportunity to put your engineering training and skills to use. Our Engineers are focused and challenged on developing new technologies and delivering state of the art products such as Hybrid Electric aircraft, the latest military platforms, and SiC technology to name a few. Plus, if you like hands-on work, there is also a 155,000 sq ft lab that includes 6 high power test cells totaling 15 MW, an EMI chamber, an electronics lab, a rapid build prototype lab, and a real time simulator lab with all the latest equipment.
Job Description
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 for mechanical engineering disciplines for high speed rotating aerospace electric generators and their associated components
Develop in-depth knowledge of a technical discipline
Uses prior experience and acquired technical expertise to execute policy/strategy
In-depth understanding of key business drivers; uses this understanding to accomplish own work
In-depth understanding of how work of own team integrates with other teams and contributes to the area
Uses some level of judgment and has ability to propose different solutions outside of set parameters but with guidance
Uses prior experience and on-the-job training to solve straightforward tasks
Has access to technical skills and analytic thinking required to solve problems
May use multiple internal sources outside of own team to arrive at decisions
A job at this level is likely to be an individual contributor with proven interpersonal skills or an early people leader who can hire and develop talent
Provides informal guidance to new team members
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an accredited university or college and related experience
A minimum of 3 years of experience in an engineering role
This role requires use of technical data subject to U.S. Government contract restrictions and this posting is only for U.S. Citizens. GE will require proof of status.
Desired Characteristics
Master's degree in Engineering from an accredited university or college and related experience
Experience with the design and development of aerospace mechanical components
Strong oral and written communication skills
Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems
Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs
Established project management skills
Related experience with electric generators
Related experience in the design and development of aerospace mechanical components
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
And more!
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: No