Advanced Lead Engineer - Process Modeling - Aerospace Research

GE Aerospace • Town of Niskayuna, NY

1d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Advanced Lead Engineer-Process Modeling, you will collaborate with engineers and scientists across the enterprise to advance cutting-edge manufacturing processes, including Additive Manufacturing, Ceramic Matrix Composites (CMCs), Polymer Matrix Composites (PMCs), and Advanced Coatings. You’ll apply numerical methods and physics-based modeling to solve complex manufacturing challenges and translate models into scalable, real-world solutions in aerospace. Success in this role includes accelerating process development, optimization and qualification, improving yield and quality, and enabling new product introductions.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Material Science & Engineering, Physics, or a related discipline with at least 2 years of relevant experience; or a Master’s degree in one of these disciplines with at least 5 years of relevant experience.
• Expertise in numerical methods (e.g., Finite Element Method, FEM) applied to chemical and/or mechanical engineering problems.
• Proficiency in scientific software development using languages such as C, C++, Python, and Fortran.
• Strong foundation in simulation and modeling of Multiphysics and Multiscale manufacturing processes (e.g., additive manufacturing, CMCs, PMCs, coatings, casting, etc.).
• Demonstrated ability to independently translate complex industrial manufacturing processes into physics-based analytical models to predict performance, optimize processes, and drive improvements.
• Ability to synthesize analysis into actionable recommendations and measurable results.
• Proven cross-functional communication skills and stakeholder alignment across teams.
• US Citizenship is required.
• Must be willing to work out of an office located in Niskayuna, NY.
• This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. Therefore, employment will be contingent upon the ability to prove that you meet the status of a U.S. Person as one of the following: U.S. lawful permanent resident, U.S. Citizen, have been granted asylee or refugee status (i.e., a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)).

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of, and familiarity with, one or more established commercial software platforms such as Ansys Mechanical, Fluent / CFX, LS-DYNA, COMSOL Multiphysics, Abaqus, ProCast, FLOW-3D CAST, DEFORM, Simufact or others.
• Experience with manufacturing process development in areas such as additive, composites, coatings, casting, forging, and welding.
• Experience in material & process modeling for metallic and ceramic materials and process-microstructure-property understanding.
• Experience with modeling transport phenomena with chemical reactions
• Experienced in applying machine learning and AI tools to enhance materials and process physics-based modeling for industrial use cases.
• Proven track record of publications in peer‑reviewed journals and conference proceedings in process modeling.
• Highly innovative, self-motivated, and able to conduct research independently.
• Strong influencing skills with customers, management, and project teams.
• Excellent teamwork, communication, and flexibility.
• Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary environment and partner with other organizations to execute research projects.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research in an interdisciplinary team environment focused on the design and optimization of advanced manufacturing processes, including metal and ceramic additive manufacturing, composites, coatings, and related areas.
• Partner with business stakeholders and customers to define clear problem statements and measurable success criteria.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (design, materials, manufacturing) to establish scope, technical approach, and action plans; engage directly with stakeholders to track progress against deliverables, schedules, and budgets.
• Lead the development of physics-based models for new manufacturing technologies and translate model outputs into process parameters, controls, and monitoring strategies.
• Maintain model libraries, calibration datasets, and verification/validation plans to ensure accuracy and currency.
• Work both independently and as part of a team to execute technical plans; design experiments to validate models and expand material and process capabilities; document results to enable knowledge sharing in applicable systems.
• Build alignment and consensus with project stakeholders on multi-phase deliverables, milestones, and goals.
• Produce decision-ready analyses that support readiness, qualification, and continuous improvement.
• Communicate results and recommendations effectively through written reports and oral presentations to broader teams, including leadership, highlighting significant developments and implications.
• Foster a strong customer focus by prioritizing Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost in all activities.

Benefits

• GE Aerospace offers comprehensive benefits and programs to support your health and, along with programs like HealthAhead, your physical, emotional, financial and social wellbeing.
• Healthcare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to a Health Coach from GE Aerospace; and the Employee Assistance Program, which provides 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services.
• Retirement benefits include the GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan, a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants.
• Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and paid time-off for vacation or illness.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree