Power Systems Test Engineer

GE Aerospace • Vandalia, OH

43d • Onsite

About The Position

Are you ready to see your career take flight? At GE Aerospace, we believe the world works better when it flies. We are a world-leading provider of jet engines, components, and integrated systems for commercial and military aircraft. We have a relentless dedication to the future of safe and more sustainable flight and believe in our talented people to make it happen. At GE Aerospace, we believe the world works better when it flies. We are a world-leading provider of jet engines, components, and integrated systems for commercial and military aircraft. Working at GE Aerospace means you are bringing your unique perspective, innovative spirit, drive, and curiosity to a collaborative and diverse team. It means that if you have ideas, we will listen. You will be able to be a part of our LEAN transformation so that you can work smarter and not harder. Here, you will do work that you will be proud of. Work that really matters. The Power Systems Test Engineer will be responsible for aerospace electrical power generation systems test lifecycle from system test requirements, development, design, troubleshooting, verification, and validation. This role is located onsite in Vandalia, OH. Our Vandalia facility is located 50 minutes north of the GE Aerospace headquarters and sits just north of the city of Dayton—known widely as the birthplace of aviation—where the Wright Brothers built the world’s first aircraft in their bicycle shop in the heart of downtown Dayton. This business boasts a rich history, in operation for over 100 years. At over 140,000 square feet, the Vandalia facility rests on 27 acres right off Interstate 75.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science from an accredited college or university. Plus, a minimum of 3 years of engineering, scientific or other technical experience.
• OR Master’s in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science from an accredited college or university.
• This position requires U.S. citizenship status.
• Ability and willingness to sit on-site at the GE Aerospace facility in Vandalia, OH.
• 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)).

Nice To Haves

• Minimum of 1 year of experience in an engineering position related to electrical power generation systems.
• Strong troubleshooting background to the component level.
• Experience with 480V electrical systems.
• Experience with AC and DC motors and their drives.
• Familiarity with power electronics, electric motors, and electric power conversion concepts.
• Experience with high speed / high power motor and gearbox systems.
• Prior work experience in aerospace power generation / conversion products.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skill.
• Prior project management experience.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for day-to-day support of final test operations including troubleshooting and repair of complex test systems.
• Has the ability to use oscilloscopes, meters, and other hand tools to repair and build test equipment.
• Responsible for design and construction of test facilities, instrumentation systems and the development of test software.
• Provide the technical knowledge to rapidly prototype or modify test equipment to meet new requirements and test needs.
• Responsible for managing small projects related to cost out and continuous improvement.
• Proactively look for areas of improvement within the department.
• Has technical skills and analytic thinking required to solve complex electrical problems.
• Work cross functionally within a matrixed organization to solve problems outside your area of expertise.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance that begins on the first day of employment
• Permissive time off policy for newly hired employees
• Generous 401(k) plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Life insurance and disability coverage

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees