Lead Test Engineer

GE Aerospace • Lockland, OH

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Turbine Engine Test Engineer is a specialized mechanical or aerospace engineer responsible for validating the performance, durability, and safety of gas turbine engines. Works in test cells, conducting both R&D testing and production acceptance tests, using data acquisition systems to analyze performance data, and troubleshooting issues found during testing.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree accredited college or university (or a high school diploma / GED with a minimum of 4 years of manufacturing, quality, mechanical, systems or aerospace engineering experience)
• Minimum of 3 years of manufacturing, quality, mechanical, systems or aerospace engineering experience
• This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. Therefore, employment will be contingent upon the 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)).
• GE Aerospace will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening.
• Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).

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.
• Dependability: Consistently appearing for scheduled shifts and willingness to work overtime (approximately 2 weekends a quarter).

Responsibilities

• Test Planning & Execution: Develop, document, and execute engine test plans, procedures, and test cases.
• Data Acquisition & Analysis: Operate, troubleshoot, and utilize computerized data acquisition systems (DAQ) to monitor real-time performance, including pressures, temperatures, and vibrations.
• Performance Evaluation: Analyze test data using Python, MATLAB, or specialized modeling tools (e.g., NPSS) to verify engine operability, durability, and efficiency.
• Test Facility & Instrumentation: Design and integrate instrumentation (sensors) onto test rigs and engines.
• Troubleshooting & Rework: Diagnose mechanical, electrical, or software issues and coordinate with technicians to perform repairs.
• Safety & Compliance: Ensure all testing adheres to safety protocols (e.g., OSHA), environmental standards, and customer-specific quality requirements.
• Reporting: Document test results, prepare detailed reports, and present findings to engineering teams and customers.

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