Customer Project Engineer

GE Aerospace•Norwich, CT

1d•$72,000 - $90,000

About The Position

Unison, a GE Aerospace company, is a provider of engine controls, accessories, and performance monitoring solutions for the Aerospace, Defense & Space segments, serving original equipment manufacturers and aftermarket customers. The Customer Project Engineer leads cross-functional product development efforts for the sensor products team, driving new product development from concept through production. The role coordinates the Integrated Product Development Team and partners with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Purchasing, and Marketing to deliver sensing solutions, including temperature sensors, temperature probes, and other advanced sensor technologies. The engineer leads assigned New Product Development projects, owns their milestones and technical deliverables, and serves as the primary technical point of contact for customers. The position also supports cost planning and reduction, customer requirement compliance, field issue resolution, and factory support. Travel of up to 20% domestically and internationally is required. The role requires a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, or a high school diploma/GED with at least four years of experience in Mechanical, Electrical, or Aeronautical Engineering. An advanced degree in one of these fields is a plus. The position offers an annual base pay range of $72,000 to $90,000 and eligibility for an annual discretionary bonus. Employment is contingent on demonstrating U.S. Person status because the role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, or a high school diploma/GED with a minimum of four years of experience in Mechanical, Electrical, or Aeronautical Engineering.
Ability to influence and work effectively cross-functionally in a matrix organization.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of internal and external customer organizations, including senior leadership.
Ability to analyze and resolve problems.
Ability to document, plan, communicate, and execute programs.
Established project management skills.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
Must be able to demonstrate U.S. Person status as a U.S. lawful permanent resident, U.S. citizen, or person granted asylee or refugee status.

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Aeronautical Engineering.

Responsibilities

Own and lead assigned New Product Development projects from launch through production.
Deliver project milestones on schedule, including hardware, testing, analysis, and documentation.
Prepare design and analysis reports and lead design reviews for assigned projects.
Serve as the primary technical point of contact for customers on assigned projects.
Review engineering drawings and apply a strong understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
Review design outputs to ensure completeness, accuracy, and technical integrity.
Develop and implement standard design practices based on lessons learned.
Interpret and clarify customer technical requirements and expectations.
Partner with the Development Team to meet internal unit cost targets and support cost planning.
Define and maintain technical compliance with customer requirements.
Write technical proposals and present technical information to customers.
Lead cost reduction initiatives and track progress against goals.
Support resolution of field issues.
Provide factory support as needed.
Travel up to 20%, domestically and internationally.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
Access to a Health Coach
Employee Assistance Program with 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling, and referral services
GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan, including a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions
Access to Fidelity resources and planning consultants
Tuition assistance
Adoption assistance
Paid parental leave
Disability insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off for vacation or illness
Annual discretionary bonus eligibility