Lead Engineer - Testing
About The Position
Test Engineering is a hands-on engineering role that actively engages on the shop floor and test cell to ensure the collaboration of multiple Peebles Test Operation (PTO) teams in executing defined test requirements efficiently and in accordance with regulatory standards and GE Aerospace policies and procedures. Full-engine Development Test at PTO will span projects across many different product lines and types of tests, including Certification and Engineering-driven tests. This role works with many teams to ensure the test process meets the highest standards of safety, quality, delivery, and cost (SQDC). The Test Engineer will be responsible for test execution and project management during the Test phase, ensuring adherence to project timelines and goals.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited university or college
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in Design Engineering.
- 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
- 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
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems.
- Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs.
- Established project management skills.
- Humble: respectful, receptive, agile, eager to learn
- Transparent: shares critical information, speaks with candor, contributes constructively
- Focused: quick learner, strategically prioritizes work, committed
- Leadership ability: strong communicator, decision-maker, collaborative
- Problem solver: analytical-minded, challenges existing processes, critical thinker
Responsibilities
- Enforce and analyze operations to ensure a safe working environment
- Responsible for managing test requirements for development engines
- Responsible for cost and schedule of assigned engines.
- Daily interface with: Peebles site support teams, assembly teams, instrumentation, evaluation, systems, test, engineering design, materials/fulfillment, tooling and project personnel, as well as the hourly work force.
- Engagement in activities that will assist in the scheduling and execution of engines while focusing on: Integrity, Safety, Quality, Delivery and Over-all Cost Initiatives.
- Refine, develop, and validate all aspects of the testing process including data systems, test facilities, and procedures to prioritize safety and quality as well as efficiency
- Provide engine status briefings to senior business leadership
- Coordinate with customers and business leadership to ensure all key development milestones are complete on time, on budget, and to the highest quality
- Ensure engine test setups conform to latest quality and FAA regulations – this role will include signing test site conformities, 8130-9, for assigned engines
- Create and manage the engine test schedule through the development process
- Use a Flight Deck approach to deliver results and create solutions in a dynamic environment
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
- Access to a Health Coach from GE Aerospace
- Employee Assistance Program
- GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan, 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
