GE Aerospace Research 2026 Edison Rotational Program

GE Aerospace • Town of Niskayuna, NY

2d • $90,000 - $100,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Launch your research career with the GE Aerospace Research Edison Program. Our early career rotational program will grow your technical & leadership skills through stimulating R&D assignments, formal training, and professional coaching & mentorship. You will collaborate with world-class researchers toward achieving our mission: to create the future of flight. In the GE Aerospace Research Edison Program you will have the opportunity to work on really cool things with smart and collaborative people. Our team brings together world-class experts in the following disciplines to innovate for the aerospace industry: Digital & Electrical Systems … including AI/Computer Vision, Power Electronics, Electric Machines, Autonomous Systems, Semiconductors, Embedded Systems & Controls, and Optimization & Risk Analytics Materials & Manufacturing … including Advanced Manufacturing, Ceramics, Composites, Metallurgy, Chemistry & Chemical Engineering, Coatings, Materials Characterization, Material Mechanics, Probabilistic Design & Materials Informatics, and Materials & Systems Modeling Aero-Thermal & Mechanical Systems ... including Aerodynamics, CFD Methods, Combustion, Component Heat Transfer, Thermal Management Systems, Mechanical Design, and Structures & Analysis As an Edison Researcher, you will… Contribute to 3 research assignments that advance the future of flight. Grow your research expertise in your chosen field and expand your skills in new areas. Collaborate with diverse teams to develop innovative technologies for the aerospace industry. Receive technical training, mentorship, and coaching from world-class technologists and experienced technical leaders. Participate in leadership development experiences that enhance your professional skills and impact.

Requirements

• Masters Degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science/Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Computer Science, or related STEM discipline.
• This role requires use of Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) or security clearance to access classified information. Therefore, employment is contingent upon your ability to prove that you meet the qualification of being a US Citizen.
• Must be willing to work from the GE Aerospace Research office in Niskayuna, NY.
• Minimum 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale.
• Rotations in the GE Aerospace Research Edison Program may require an individual to obtain active US Government Secret Clearance with ability to attain a Top-Secret Clearance; prerequisite for a security clearance is U.S. citizenship.
• Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen.
• Due to the nature of our projects, US Citizenship is required.

Nice To Haves

• Prior intern, co-op, or research experience.
• Exceptional academic performance with research orientation.
• Humble: respectful, inclusive, curious/inquisitive
• Transparent: clear communicator, collaborator, creative problem solver
• Focused: sets strategic priorities, uses data to make decisions, critical thinker
• Demonstrated initiative and commitment to community/university involvement

Responsibilities

• Contribute to 3 research assignments that advance the future of flight.
• Grow your research expertise in your chosen field and expand your skills in new areas.
• Collaborate with diverse teams to develop innovative technologies for the aerospace industry.
• Receive technical training, mentorship, and coaching from world-class technologists and experienced technical leaders.
• Participate in leadership development experiences that enhance your professional skills and impact.

Benefits

• The pay range for this position is $90,000-$100,000 USD annually.
• The specific annual rate offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s experience, their education, and the work location.
• The position includes eligibility in the GE Aerospace AIR Bonus Program. Through this program, Edison's are eligible for an annual bonus that is a percentage of base salary. Under current plan provisions, the bonus target for this role is 5%, and the actual bonus could increase or decrease depending on a variety of factors, including individual performance and company financial performance.
• GE Aerospace provides a comprehensive benefits package that provides access to plans which support the overall wellbeing of our employees and their dependents. These benefits include, but are not limited to, health care coverage (medical, dental, vision, pharmacy), a retirement plan that includes Company Retirement Savings and a 401K with Company matching, Life Insurance options, Disability coverage, paid time-off, EAP, and more.

What This Job Offers

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