Lead Engineer - Composites - Aerospace Research

GE Aerospace • Elgin Township, IL

2d • Onsite

About The Position

GE Aerospace is pioneering the use of composite materials in commercial and military applications. We are seeking a skilled Lead Engineer to operate, maintain and optimize equipment used to fabricate advanced textile architectures for composite materials. This role offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge aerospace projects, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and contribute to the future of flight. Job Description You will: Manage advanced textile fabrication equipment such as looms or braiding machines, ensuring optimal performance and reliability. Collaborate with suppliers, academia and internal teams to add new functionality to textile equipment and improve process efficiency. Collaborate with internal teams to design, develop and implement new textile architectures. Work within multidisciplinary teams to tackle complex challenges and deliver innovative solutions for aerospace applications. Effectively communicate research findings through presentations, technical reports and publications. Contribute to intellectual property development through invention disclosures and patents. Participate in government-funded programs, ensuring compliance with program requirements.

Requirements

• PhD or Masters Degree with 3 years of experience in Textile Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Proficiency in operating and maintaining textile fabrication equipment (looms, braiding machines, knitting machines).
• Skills in process control, troubleshooting, and equipment optimization.
• Familiarity with software for textile design and simulation (TexGen, Abaqus, ANSYS)
• Passion for hands-on development and laboratory work, with a commitment to advancing materials technology.
• Demonstrated ability to quickly learn and adapt to new areas of research.
• Willing to work on government funded programs.
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.
• Must be willing to work on-site at GE Aerospace’s office in Niskayuna, NY.
• Must be 18 years or older.

Nice To Haves

• Skills in testing textile properties, including knowledge of industry standards and certifications for textiles and composites.
• Experience integrating 3D woven textiles into composite materials.
• Experience with statistical analysis, data analytics, and statistical process control.
• Strong track record of tackling complex technical problems and delivering innovative solutions.
• Experience in a non-academic research environment, with a focus on applied innovation.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to convey technical concepts clearly and effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage advanced textile fabrication equipment such as looms or braiding machines, ensuring optimal performance and reliability.
• Collaborate with suppliers, academia and internal teams to add new functionality to textile equipment and improve process efficiency.
• Collaborate with internal teams to design, develop and implement new textile architectures.
• Work within multidisciplinary teams to tackle complex challenges and deliver innovative solutions for aerospace applications.
• Effectively communicate research findings through presentations, technical reports and publications.
• Contribute to intellectual property development through invention disclosures and patents.
• Participate in government-funded programs, ensuring compliance with program requirements.

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
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees