Advanced Lead Engineer – Steady-State Performance

GE Aerospace•Evendale, OH

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About The Position

Join Edison Works’ Next Generation Products (NGP) Steady-State Performance team to advance Adaptive Cycle Engine (ACE) new product introduction for applications such as the F-35 and other next-generation combat aircraft. The team works on research, development, production, and support of advanced military propulsion technologies for the U.S. Armed Forces and its allies. As a Steady-State Performance Lead Engineer, you will contribute to the definition, development, and testing of next-generation adaptive engines, including the XA102. You will collaborate with Systems, Steady-State Performance, Operability, Controls, and Transient Performance (SPOCT), Design teams, and customers to develop, predict, and validate engine performance capability. Near-term work includes maturing engine designs, preparing for engine tests, data reduction and test planning, and partnering with airframers on integrated aircraft platforms.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field from an accredited university or college.
At least 3 years of engineering experience; aerospace, mechanical, and/or test experience is identified as ideal.
Ability to maintain a U.S. Government Security Clearance; U.S. citizenship is a prerequisite for clearance.
Ability to meet the U.S. Person status requirement for access to U.S. export-controlled information. Listed qualifying statuses are U.S. lawful permanent resident, U.S. citizen, or granted asylee or refugee status.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams and operate credibly in an engineering-driven culture.

Nice To Haves

Currently holding an active U.S. government security clearance.
Advanced degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering from an accredited university or college.
At least 5 years of engineering experience, ideally including leading testing.
Experience with system-level thermodynamic modeling and/or data analysis.
Working knowledge of NPSS.
Working knowledge of data plotting or visualization tools.
Strong foundation in thermodynamics and aerodynamics.

Responsibilities

Develop thermodynamic cycle models and perform analyses using Numerical Propulsion System Simulation (NPSS), including pre-test prediction and data-reduction models.
Plan performance-related test coverage, analyze test data, compare results with predictions, and propose options to resolve performance issues identified during design and testing.
Perform trade studies to evaluate alternative design options and document recommendations.
Build and maintain working relationships with SPOCT, internal engineering partners, and external customers.
Define and conduct testing of equipment and/or systems; select testing strategies and measurement systems; and report performance against guaranteed values in accordance with industry standards.
Participate in research, design, development, and enhancement of technologies focused on performance, operability, and cost optimization.
Apply technical knowledge, analytical thinking, and engineering experience to execute strategy and serve as a resource for less-experienced colleagues.
Use sound judgment to propose solutions beyond set parameters, including for complex, interdependent manufacturing or production processes.
Explain technical information clearly and help team members reach consensus.
Lead small projects with low risk and resource requirements, convey performance expectations, and handle sensitive issues as needed.