Lead Engineer - Installation Aerodynamics

Job Description Summary

Job Description

Role Summary

The Lead Aerospace Engineer will work with the Installation Aerodynamics team to perform aerodynamic design and optimization of inlets, nacelles, unducted propulsors, heat exchangers, and exhaust systems, as well as related aerodynamic components. In this role you will coordinate with internal and external stakeholders including airframers, global partners, leadership staff, and the broader installation aero team to provide aerodynamic performance assessments of aerodynamic engine components and commercial aviation propulsion systems.

Essential Responsibilities

As the Lead Aerospace Engineer, you will :

Lead, with guidance from senior engineering resources, aerodynamic analysis, design, test, and integration functions required to define and support assigned components, assemblies, and systems that meet business standards and program / product requirements

Perform computational fluid dynamics (CFD) analysis including geometry modification & meshing

Prepare and present technical information to internal and external customers

Use, develop, and test in-house engineering tools to perform aerodynamic evaluations

Set up and execute test programs achieving test objectives within schedule and budget guidelines

Document and communicate aero design, analysis, and test data results

Share engineering information, lessons learned, and promote open dialogue

Assure proper documentation of technical data generated for the assigned projects and / or tasks consistent with engineering policies and procedures

Qualifications / Requirements

Master of Science degree from an accredited university or college in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering and 4 years of industry experience

PhD from an accredited university in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering with a CFD focus

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.

Desired Characteristics

Experience in engine or aircraft aerodynamic design, particularly unducted propulsion systems

Experience with CFD meshing, solving, and post-processing workflows

Demonstrated passion for the aviation industry

Ability to document, plan, and manage technical programs

Highly motivated with excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills

Proven teaming and collaboration capability

This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. Therefore, for applicants who are not U.S. lawful permanent residents, U.S. Citizens, or have been granted asylee or refugee status (i.e., not a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), otherwise known as a U.S. Person), employment will be contingent on the ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.

Additional Information

GE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer () . Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

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).

Relocation Assistance Provided : Yes

GE Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.