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GE Aerospace · 3 months ago

Advanced Lead Engineer - Preliminary Design Externals Architecture

GE Aerospace is a leading company in the aerospace industry, and they are seeking an Advanced Lead Engineer to support externals architecture development for early engine designs. This role involves conducting technical analysis, collaborating with global engineering teams, and leading cross-functional efforts to meet design and performance targets for next generation engine applications.

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Responsibilities

Work with global engineering teams to understand advanced technologies and their implications on next generation products
Conduct design studies of appropriate fidelity and project analysis with minimal guidance, meeting business standards and requirements
Lead cross-functional teams to balance financial and engineering goals, including designers, engineers, and analysts. Create plans to meet technical needs, solve problems, and report status to leadership
Utilize business and organization best practices and design practices. Ensure study outcomes are properly documented
Own the externals configuration for preliminary design architecture studies, including weight roll-ups and component sizing/locations, to support successful execution of program deliverables
Monitor and communicate project status, business issues and significant developments
Support externals architecture/configurations reviews and audits as required for customer commitments and design space studies
Support the development and integration of design tools to advance state of the art of the discipline and enables design space exploration and study optimization
Prepare invention disclosures to protect technology that gives the business a competitive advantage, as well as protecting the intellectual property rights of the company
Lead or participate in organizational efforts in assigned projects and / or tasks

Qualification

Mechanical EngineeringSystems ThinkingAerospace Design ExperienceUnigraphics NXWeight EstimationCross-Functional Team LeadershipProblem AnalysisCreative ThinkingCommunication SkillsInterpersonal Skills

Required

Bachelor's or Master's degree in engineering from an accredited University or College
Minimum of 5 years of experience in an engineering, supply chain, or manufacturing position
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
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, employment will be contingent on the ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government

Preferred

Minimum of 8 years' experience in a mechanical engineering position
Systems thinking … ability to simplify complex, uncertain problems to find solutions with positive business outcomes
Creative thinker. Willing to challenge the status quo and find outside of the box solutions utilizing sound engineering skills
Prior experience in product configuration within aerospace or related industries
Prior experience with aircraft engine external system design including fuel, air, oil, and electrical systems
Experience estimating weight, cost, and design parameters early in engine development programs
Experience with Unigraphics NX or similar CAD program
Demonstrated ability to document, plan, market and manage programs that further the knowledge, understanding and capability of the business
Prior experience leading global cross-functional teams
Problem analysis and resolution skills
Strong oral and written communication skills
Strong interpersonal and leadership skills

Benefits

Relocation Assistance Provided

Company

GE Aerospace

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GE Aerospace is a provider of jet and turboprop engines, as well as integrated systems.

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$2.01B
Key Investors
JobsOhioUS Department of EnergyAir Force Research Laboratory
2025-07-22Post Ipo Debt· $2B
2025-01-10Grant· $9M
2024-04-02IPO

Leadership Team

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Amy Gowder
President and CEO Defense and Systems
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H. Lawrence Culp
Chairman & CEO, GE Aerospace
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