Engineer - Climate Science

GE Aerospace • Elgin Township, IL

1d • $90,000 - $100,000 • Onsite

About The Position

GE Aerospace Research is seeking an early-career researcher to join its Enterprise Optimization Lab. The role focuses on developing technical expertise in commercial aviation emissions impact and first-principles modeling, while building organizational intelligence and leadership skills for future technical leadership.

Enterprise Optimization is a multidisciplinary team applying physical and digital modeling to improve system-level understanding, quantify uncertainty, and support decision intelligence across GE Aerospace engineering, manufacturing, and service domains. The first three years include structured development through technical work in the home lab, strategic stretch assignments, peer cohort engagement, independent research, structured projects, coursework, and mentorship. The program is designed to develop the employee from a foundational researcher into a recognized technical contributor in aerospace innovation.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, materials science or engineering, electrical engineering, chemical engineering, computer science, or a related STEM discipline.
• Willingness to work from the GE Aerospace Research office in Niskayuna, New York.
• U.S. citizenship is required due to the nature of the projects.
• Must successfully complete a background investigation and drug screen.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Must be able to meet the U.S. Person status requirements for access to U.S. export-controlled information.

Nice To Haves

• Prior internship, co-op, or research experience in a university, national laboratory, industry, or applied research setting.
• Exceptional academic performance and a strong research orientation, such as thesis-based work, publications, conference presentations, patents, or open-source technical contributions.
• Humble and inclusive approach, including seeking to learn, welcoming feedback, valuing different perspectives, and enabling others to contribute.
• Focused and rigorous approach to using data, framing hypotheses, designing experiments, iterating, and connecting research to real-world impact.
• Clear communication with varied audiences, cross-team collaboration, and ability to build evidence-based alignment.
• Initiative and commitment to community or university involvement, such as mentoring, affinity groups, teaching assistantships, outreach, lab leadership, or service.

Benefits

• Eligibility for the GE Aerospace AIR Bonus Program, with a current target of 5% of base salary; actual bonus may vary based on individual and company performance.
• Health care coverage including medical, dental, vision, and pharmacy.
• Retirement plan including Company Retirement Savings and a 401(k) with company matching.
• Life insurance options.
• Disability coverage.
• Paid time off.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Professional development.
• Relocation assistance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level